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Question 1 of 5

A client complains of sharp, stabbing pain in the right lower quadrant that is graded as level 8 on a scale of 10. The nurse knows that pain of this severity can best be managed using:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Morphine sulfate is the most effective for severe, acute pain due to its strong opioid properties.

Question 2 of 5

Upon arrival in the nursery, erythomycin eyedrops are applied to the newborn's eyes. The nurse understands that the medication will:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Erythromycin eyedrops are used to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis, which can lead to blindness, particularly from gonorrhea or chlamydia exposure.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is administering afternoon medications, which include an antihypertensive med and aspirin for pain relief. Which of the following should the nurse do first before administering the medications?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Verifying the client’s identity using two identifiers (name and date of birth on wristband) ensures medication safety per protocol.

Question 4 of 5

After attending a company picnic, several clients are admitted to the emergency room with E. coli food poisoning. The most likely source of infection is:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Undercooked hamburger is a common source of E. coli, particularly strains like O157:H7, which can contaminate ground beef.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old boy with hemophilia. The nurse suspects the child has developed hemarthrosis when she observes

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Hemarthrosis (joint bleeding) in hemophilia presents with redness, swelling, and warmth over the joint due to blood accumulation.

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