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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is instructing a 65-year-old female client diagnosed with osteoporosis. The most important instruction regarding exercise would be to

A. Exercise doing weight-bearing activities
B. Exercise to reduce weight
C. Avoid exercise activities that increase the risk of fracture
D. Exercise to strengthen muscles and thereby protect bones

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Exercise doing weight-bearing activities

Question 2 of 5

A client with type 1 diabetes is found unconscious with a blood glucose of 40 mg/dL. What is the nurse's priority intervention?

A. Administer a 50% dextrose bolus intravenously.
B. Administer glucagon intramuscularly.
C. Provide oral glucose gel.
D. Recheck the blood glucose level in 15 minutes.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Administer a 50% dextrose bolus intravenously.

Question 3 of 5

A client has burns covering 40% of their total body surface area (TBSA). What is the nurse's priority action?

A. Monitor the client's urinary output hourly.
B. Apply cool, moist dressings to the burned areas.
C. Administer pain medication to reduce discomfort.
D. Administer IV fluids to prevent hypovolemia.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Monitor the client's urinary output hourly.

Question 4 of 5

A pregnant client complains of heartburn. What instruction should the nurse provide?

A. Eat spicy food to help digestion.
B. Eat small meals throughout the day to avoid a full stomach.
C. Drink carbonated beverages to ease digestion.
D. Avoid drinking fluids after meals.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Eat small meals throughout the day to avoid a full stomach.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is planning discharge teaching for a client with congestive heart failure (CHF). Which dietary instruction should the nurse provide?

A. Limit sodium intake to reduce fluid retention
B. Consume high-protein foods to strengthen the heart
C. Increase potassium intake to manage blood pressure
D. Increase fluid intake to promote hydration

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Limit sodium intake to reduce fluid retention

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