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Question 1 of 5

While receiving a preoperative enema, a client starts to cry and says, 'I'm sorry you have to do this messy thing for me.' Which is the nurse's best response?

A. I don't mind it.'
B. You seem upset.'
C. This is part of my job.'
D. Nurses get used to this.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: You seem upset.'

Question 2 of 5

Which type of toy would be most suitable for enhancing the development of a toddler-age client?

A. Clay
B. Rattle
C. Video games
D. Musical mobile

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Clay

Question 3 of 5

A staff nurse expresses frustration that a Native American patient always has several family members at the bedside. Which action by the charge nurse is most appropriate?

A. Remind the nurse that family support is important to this family and patient.
B. Have the nurse explain to the family that too many visitors will tire the patient.
C. Suggest that the nurse ask family members to leave the room during patient care.
D. Ask about the nurse's personal beliefs about family support during hospitalization.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ask about the nurse's personal beliefs about family support during hospitalization.

Question 4 of 5

A 16-month-old child has just been admitted to the hospital. As the nurse assigned to this child enters the hospital room for the first time, the toddler runs to the mother, clings to her, and begins to cry. What would be the initial action by the nurse?

A. Arrange to change client care assignments.
B. Explain that this behavior is expected.
C. Discuss the appropriate use of 'time-out'.
D. Explain that the child needs extra attention.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Explain that this behavior is expected.

Question 5 of 5

A client says, 'The doctors lied about me. They said I murdered my mother. You killed her. She died before I was born.' Which psychotic feature is the client experiencing?

A. Ideas of grandeur
B. Confusing illusions
C. Persecutory delusions
D. Auditory hallucinations

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Persecutory delusions