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Question 1 of 5

A client has been diagnosed with pernicious anemia. What breakfast should the nurse suggest to increase dietary B12?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pernicious anemia requires dietary B12 (found in eggs, meat, milk). Other options lack significant B12.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is suctioning the tracheostomy of an adult client. The recommended pressure setting for performing tracheostomy suctioning on the adult client is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The recommended suction pressure for adult tracheostomy is 80-120 mmHg to effectively remove secretions without causing trauma.

Question 3 of 5

While interviewing a client who abuses alcohol, the nurse learns that the client has experienced 'blackouts.' The wife asks what this means. The best response at this time is:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Blackouts in alcohol abuse refer to short-term memory amnesia, where the client cannot recall events during intoxication despite appearing conscious.

Question 4 of 5

Which set of vital signs would best indicate an increase in intracranial pressure?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Increased intracranial pressure (ICP) is indicated by Cushing's triad: widened pulse pressure (e.g., BP 180/70), bradycardia (pulse 50), and irregular respirations. Temperature elevation may occur but is less specific.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client following a transphenoidal hypophysectomy. Post-operatively, the nurse should:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The halo sign on the nasal dressing indicates cerebrospinal fluid leakage, a critical post-operative complication.

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