NCLEX RN· Reduction of Risk Potential · Reduction of Risk Potential RN
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The nurse is caring for a client who is undergoing a pharmacological stress test because she cannot use the treadmill. The nurse administers the prescribed dose of adenosine. Which physiological response indicates an adverse effect of the adenosine requiring intervention by the nurse? Select all that apply.
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Correct Answer: chest pain
The nurse is educating a client newly diagnosed with gout regarding dietary choices. The nurse understands that further teaching is needed if the client orders which foods for lunch?
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Correct Answer: tuna fish sandwich with green peas
A client is admitted to the ED after complaining of acute chest pain radiating down the left arm. The client is diaphoretic and anxious, and has difficulty breathing. Which laboratory studies would the nurse anticipate?
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Correct Answer: myoglobin
The nurse is evaluating clients for risk of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT). Which client is at greatest risk for HIT, based on the nurse's assessment?
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Correct Answer: a female client receiving heparin for postsurgical thromboprophylaxis
The nurse is caring for a client who has just returned from the cardiac catheterization lab. Which complications of cardiac catheterization require immediate intervention by the nurse? Select all that apply.
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