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Question 1 of 5

A client diagnosed with endometrial cancer is receiving brachytherapy. Which interventions should the nurse anticipate for this client? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,C,D,E

Rationale: Brachytherapy involves internal radiation, requiring precautions to minimize exposure. Clustering care (
A) reduces staff exposure time. Limiting visitor contact (
C) protects others from radiation. Protective shielding (
D) and radiation badges (E) ensure safety and monitor exposure. Ambulation (
B) is restricted to prevent dislodging the radiation source.

Question 2 of 5

Which client is most at risk for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The 80-year-old with a hemodialysis catheter in a long-term care facility (
D) is at highest risk for MRSA due to invasive devices, frequent healthcare exposure, and communal living. Others (A, B,
C) have lower risk profiles.

Question 3 of 5

Which situations require that the nurse report to an appropriate authority? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B,C,D,E

Rationale: Gonorrhea (
B) and syphilis (E) are reportable diseases, regardless of HIPAA. Suspected abuse in a teenager (
C) or elderly client (
D) mandates reporting, despite provider or client denial. Cupping (
A) is a cultural practice, not abuse.

Question 4 of 5

The hospice nurse is providing end-of-life care to a client who is experiencing anorexia and cachexia. Which interventions are appropriate? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B,D,E

Rationale: Allowing food refusal (
A) respects autonomy, assessing pain/nausea (
B) addresses barriers to eating, shared mealtimes (
D) provide comfort, and oral care (E) improves appetite. Meal planning (
C) may overwhelm a cachectic client.

Question 5 of 5

A young adult is admitted to the psychiatric unit because she has become very withdrawn and has stopped attending college classes. She sits for hours rocking back and forth and appears to be talking to someone at intervals. She does not eat or bathe or relate to others. How should the nurse approach this client upon admission?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A withdrawn client may be overwhelmed by detailed explanations. Brief information and quiet presence build trust and reduce anxiety.

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