N201 Quiz Questions

What type of carcinogen is viral? A. Benzene B. radon C. UV rays D. Hep B

D

Clinical staging in which the tumor is limited to tissue of origin A. stage 1 B. stage 0 C. stage 3 D. Stage 4

A

What cognitive function declines with aging A. Crystallized intelligence B. Mental performance C. Short-term memory call D. Long-term memory call

C

Which characteristics describe unstable angina? Select all that apply: a. Usually precipitated by exertion b. New-onset angina with minimal exertion c. Occurs only when the person is recumbent d. Characterized by increased duration or severity e. Usually occurs in response to coronary artery spasm

b. New-onset angina with minimal exertion d. Characterized by increased duration or severity

A nurse is caring for a client who is undergoing chemotherapy and reports severe nausea. Whichof the following statements should the nurse make? A. "your nausea will lessen with each course of chemotherapy." B. "Hot food is better tolerated due to the aroma." C."Try eating several small meals throughout the day." D."Increase your intake of red meat as tolerated."

c

A nurse is planning care for a client who has a platelet count of 10,000/mm3. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? A. Apply prolonged pressure to the puncture site after blood sampling. B. Administer epoetin alfa as prescribed. C. Place the client in a private room. D. Have the client use an oral topical anesthetic before meals.

A

the nurse is planning care for a client who is experiencing anxiety after a myocardial infarction. Which priority nursing intervention should be included in the plan of care? A.Answer questions with factual information. B. Provide detailed explanations of all procedures. C. Encourage family involvement during the acute phase. D.Administer an antianxiety medication to promote relaxation.

A

A client with a history of cardiac disease is due for a morning dose of furosemide (Lasix). Which serum potassium level, if noted in the client's laboratory report, should be reported before administering the dose of furosemide? A. 3.2 mEq/L B. 3.8 mEq/L C. 4.2 mEq/L D. 4.8 mEq/L

A normal level is 3.5-5.1

What are the risk factors for the mistreatment of older patients? Select all that apply. A. Inadequate income B. Psychiatric disorders C. Lack of social support D. Adequate staff training

ABC

A nurse in a provider's clinic is assessing a client who has cancer and a prescription for methotrexate PO. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when the client reports bleeding gums? a. Explain to the client that this is an expected adverse effect b. Check the value of the client's current platelet count c. Instruct the client to use an electric toothbrush d. Have the client make an appointment to see the dentist

B

Barriers to health care including transportation, social isolation and financial limitations apply to: A. Old-old adults B. Rural older adults C. Frail older adults D. young old adults

B

A nurse is caring for a client who has atrial fibrillation and is receiving heparin. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority? a. ECG tracing shows irregular heart rate without P waves b. The client has an aPTT of 80sec c. The client experiences sudden weakness of one arm and leg d. the urine's output is cloudy and odorous

C Sudden weakness or numbness of the face and one arm or leg and can indicate that the client is at greatest risk for stroke; therefore, this is the nurse's priority finding. In addition to thesefindings, the client may appear confused, have slurred speech, loss of balance, dizziness, or sudden severe headache

A patient is receiving a continuous intravenous infusion of heparin sodium to treat deep vein thrombosis. the client's activated partial thromboplastin (aPTT) time is 65 seconds. the licensed practical nurse reviews the laboratory results with the registered nurse, anticipating which action is needed? A. discounting the heparin infusion B. increasing the rate of the heparin infusion C. decreasing the rate of D. leaving the rate of the heparin infusion as is

D

A nurse in an emergency department is assessing a client who is having a suspected acute myocardial infarction (MI). Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find for a client experiencing an acute MI? (Select all that apply.) Orthopnea Headache Nausea Tachycardia Diaphoresis

Nausea Tachycardia Diaphoresis