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Question 1 of 5

To be effective, a nurse manager needs both managerial and leadership skills. Interpersonal activities have many concerns that overlap both leaders and managers. However, some interpersonal activities are needed by nurse managers, but are not specific duties of leaders. Which of the following is an interpersonal activity of nurse managers, but not necessarily all nurse leaders?

A. Coaching
B. Resource allocation
C. Planning for the future
D. Monitoring

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Resource allocation

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is assigned to care for a group of clients. On review of the clients' medical records, the nurse determines that which client is at risk for excess fluid volume?

A. The client taking diuretics
B. The client with renal failure
C. The client with an ileostomy
D. The client who requires gastrointestinal suctioning

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The client with renal failure

Question 3 of 5

When assessing a male client with pheochromocytoma, a tumor of the adrenal medulla that secretes excessive catecholamines, Nurse April is most likely to detect:

A. A blood pressure of 130/70 mm Hg
B. A blood glucose level of 130 mg/dl
C. Bradycardia
D. A blood pressure of 176/88 mm Hg

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A blood pressure of 176/88 mm Hg

Question 4 of 5

A client with Addison's disease is being educated about managing the condition during times of stress. The nurse should instruct the client to:

A. Double the dose of corticosteroids during periods of stress.
B. Skip the dose of corticosteroids if you feel well.
C. Decrease fluid intake to prevent hypertension.
D. Avoid physical activity during stressful times.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Double the dose of corticosteroids during periods of stress.

Question 5 of 5

The client with DM is being taught by the nurse about the importance of monitoring blood glucose levels. The nurse should instruct the client to:

A. Check blood glucose only when feeling unwell.
B. Check blood glucose before meals and at bedtime.
C. Check blood glucose only after meals.
D. Check blood glucose only in the morning.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Check blood glucose before meals and at bedtime.

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