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Question 1 of 5

A client has just been admitted with acute delirium of unknown etiology. The client's daughter states that she is worried about her mom because she has never acted this way before. The nurse's best response is:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Discussing specific changes encourages the daughter to provide details, aiding in identifying the delirium's cause and tailoring care.

Question 2 of 5

A client with a history of schizophrenia is prescribed olanzapine (Zyprexa). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Olanzapine commonly causes weight gain, requiring monitoring.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse monitors a client diagnosed with silicosis for emotional reactions related to the chronic respiratory disease. Which emotional reaction, when expressed by the client, indicates a need for immediate intervention?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Suicidal ideation is not a normal emotional reaction with this condition. If it is expressed, it warrants immediate intervention. Common emotional reactions to a disease such as massive pulmonary fibrosis may be the same as for chronic airflow limitation and include anxiety, ineffective coping, and depression.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of atrial fibrillation about dabigatran (Pradaxa). Which of the following instructions is most important?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Dabigatran, an anticoagulant, increases bleeding risk, so reporting signs of bleeding is critical for safety.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is assessing a neonate at 5 minutes after birth. The nurse records the Apgar score based on the findings in the chart below. The nurse compares these findings to the Apgar score obtained at birth, as determined by the findings in the chart below. What should the nurse do next?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Without specific Apgar score data, the standard action is to continue assessing the neonate, as Apgar scores at 5 minutes guide ongoing monitoring unless critical findings are present.

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