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Question 1 of 5

A 60-year-old client has undergone a nerve-sparing prostatectomy and has been advised by his physician that he may not recover normal sexual functioning. The client is very concerned about this and asks the nurse for more information. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B,D,E

Rationale: Post-prostatectomy, retrograde ejaculation (
A), variable recovery time (
B), avoiding intercourse for 1 month (
D), and anxiety's impact (E) are relevant. Recovery within a month (
C) is incorrect, and prioritizing other intimacy (F) is subjective.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse caring for a client after a suspected CVA recognizes which nursing diagnosis as the priority?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Alteration in cerebral tissue perfusion is the priority after a CVA, as it directly affects brain oxygenation and function, impacting all other functions.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is performing a breast exam on a client when she discovers a mass. Which characteristic of the mass would most indicate a reason for concern?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A firm, immobile mass is more likely to be malignant. Tender, regular, or mobile masses are often benign, but firmness warrants further evaluation.

Question 4 of 5

A client with a history of depression is treated with Parnate (tranylcypromine), an MAO inhibitor. Ingestion of foods containing tyramine while taking an MAO inhibitor can result in:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Tyramine-rich foods can cause a hypertensive crisis in clients on MAO inhibitors due to the inability to metabolize tyramine, leading to norepinephrine release.

Question 5 of 5

A client with cancer is experiencing a common side effect of chemotherapy administration. Which laboratory assessment finding would cause the most concern?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A platelet count of 100,000/mm^3 indicates thrombocytopenia, a common chemotherapy side effect, increasing bleeding risk and requiring close monitoring.

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