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Question 1 of 5

A 7-year-old girl has been diagnosed with juvenile arthritis and has been placed on daily aspirin. Which statement made by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Aspirin should not be given on an empty stomach because it is irritating to the mucosa. Bleeding from decreased clotting capacity may be caused by aspirin toxicity. A regular schedule of aspirin administration is important to maintain a satisfactory drug level in the body. Aspirin toxicity may affect cranial nerve VIII, leading to tinnitus (ringing in the ears).

Question 2 of 5

In healthcare settings, nurses must be familiar with primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of care. As a nurse in the community, which of the following interventions might be a primary prevention strategy?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Reducing the incidence of disease through education supports primary prevention.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is assessing a client with suspected hypoglycemia. Which finding is most consistent with this condition?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Hypoglycemia causes sympathetic activation, leading to tremors and sweating as the body attempts to raise glucose levels. Chest pain, fever, and bradycardia are not typical.

Question 4 of 5

A client returns to the cardiovascular intensive care unit following his coronary artery bypass graft. In planning his care, the most important electrolyte the nurse needs to monitor will be:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Potassium will need to be closely monitored because of its effects on the heart. Hypokalemia could result in supraventricular tachyarrhythmias.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse has been asked to present a lecture on the prevention of West Nile virus in the community setting. Which does the nurse include in the teaching plan?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: West Nile virus is transmitted by mosquitoes. Wearing protective clothing outside reduces exposure. Midday avoidance (
B) is less effective, DEET repellant (
C) is recommended, and the virus affects all ages, not just under 18 (
D).

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