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Question 1 of 5

Which client statement indicates a correct understanding of corticosteroid therapy for Addison's disease?

A. I can stop the medication if I feel better.

B. I need to take this medication daily.

C. I should take it only during stress.

D. I can double the dose if I'm sick.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I need to take this medication daily.

Question 2 of 5

The male client diagnosed with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secondary to cancer of the lung tells the nurse he wants to discontinue the fluid restriction and does not care if he dies. Which action by the nurse is an example of the ethical principle of autonomy?

A. Discuss the information the client told the nurse with the health-care provider and significant other.

B. Explain it is possible the client could have a seizure if he drank fluid beyond the restrictions.

C. Notify the health-care provider of the client's wishes and give the client fluids as desired.

D. Allow the client an extra drink of water and explain the nurse could get into trouble if the client tells the health-care provider.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Notify the health-care provider of the client's wishes and give the client fluids as desired.

Question 3 of 5

The diabetic client tells the nurse that breakfast is always skipped. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A. If you drink a glass of milk and eat a breakfast bar, that will be sufficient for breakfast.

B. You should eat each meal and snack at the same time each day.

C. If you skip breakfast, eat a high-calorie snack at midmorning.

D. Wait to take your medication until you eat your first meal of the day.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: You should eat each meal and snack at the same time each day.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is assessing a client with complaints of vague upper abdominal pain worse at night but relieved by sitting up and leaning forward. Which assessment question should the nurse ask next?

A. Have you noticed a yellow haze when you look at things?

B. Does the pain get worse when you eat a meal or snack?

C. Have you had your amylase and lipase checked recently?

D. How much weight have you gained since you saw an HCP?

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Have you noticed a yellow haze when you look at things?

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is discussing discharge plans with a client who had a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for more teaching?

A. I won't brush my teeth until the doctor removes the stitches.'

B. I will wear loafers instead of tie shoes.'

C. Where can I get a Medic-Alert bracelet?'

D. I will take all these new medicines until I feel better.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I will take all these new medicines until I feel better.'

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