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Question 1 of 5

The labor and delivery nurse notes that the health care provider has rated a newborn's Apgar score as 9. The nurse understands which to be true regarding Apgar scores?

A. The optimum score is 10.
B. A baby with poor activity would rate a 1 in that area.
C. The highest score that each factor may receive is 3.
D. Scores are obtained 5 minutes after birth and repeated 5 minutes later.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The optimum score is 10.

Question 2 of 5

A client weighs 165 pounds (75 kg) at admission. During hospitalization, the nurse determines that the client is maintaining adequate nutritional status if the client's weight is how many pounds?

A. 153 pounds (69.5 kg)
B. 155 pounds (70.4 kg)
C. 157 pounds (71.3 kg)
D. 160 pounds (72.7 kg)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 160 pounds (72.7 kg)

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is reviewing the assessment data of a client. Which finding is most important for the client to modify to lessen the risk for coronary artery disease (CAD)?

A. Elevated triglyceride levels
B. Elevated serum lipase levels
C. Elevated serum testosterone level
D. Elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels

Question 4 of 5

A client is diagnosed with thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger's disease). The nurse places priority on teaching the client about modifications of which risk factor related to this disorder?

A. Exposure to heat
B. Cigarette smoking
C. Diet low in vitamin C
D. Excessive water intake

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Cigarette smoking

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client who is preparing for discharge from the hospital after a total hip arthroplasty. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?

A. I need to avoid twisting my body when I am standing.'
B. I need to check my incision every day for signs of infection.'
C. I should not sit in one position for a prolonged period of time.'
D. I can cross my legs if it is more comfortable for me when I sit.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I can cross my legs if it is more comfortable for me when I sit.'

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