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Question 1 of 5

A 30-year-old male client reports difficulty sleeping due to anxiety about his upcoming surgery. What intervention would be most appropriate for the nurse to suggest?

A. Suggest taking a mild sedative before bed.

B. Encourage physical activity before bedtime.

C. Advise listening to calming music before bed.

D. Recommend reading a book before bed.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Suggest taking a mild sedative before bed.

Question 2 of 5

A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). What should the nurse monitor for?

A. Monitor for signs of liver toxicity.

B. Assess for gastrointestinal side effects, such as nausea or diarrhea.

C. Monitor for signs of infection, such as fever or sore throat.

D. Administer DMARDs with meals to prevent gastrointestinal upset.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Monitor for signs of infection, such as fever or sore throat.

Question 3 of 5

A client receiving heparin therapy develops sudden chest pain and dyspnea. What should the nurse do first?

A. Administer oxygen and elevate the head of the bed.

B. Administer sublingual nitroglycerin as prescribed.

C. Assess for signs of bleeding at the injection site.

D. Administer a PRN dose of albuterol.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Administer oxygen and elevate the head of the bed.

Question 4 of 5

A client with a urinary tract infection (UTI) is prescribed antibiotics. What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give the client?

A. Take the antibiotics with food

B. Complete the full course of antibiotics

C. Increase fluid intake to at least 2 liters per day

D. Take over-the-counter pain relievers for discomfort

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Complete the full course of antibiotics

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following statements reflects appropriate teaching to prevent injury in a client with rheumatoid arthritis?

A. Use heat applications to relieve swelling and stiffness.

B. Take warm showers before activity.

C. Use cold packs to relieve joint pain.

D. Take prescribed anti-inflammatory medications with meals.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Use cold packs to relieve joint pain.

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