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Question 1 of 5

A client is hospitalized with an acute myocardial infarction. Which nursing diagnosis reflects an understanding of the cause of acute myocardial infarction?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Impaired tissue perfusion due to coronary occlusion is the primary cause of acute myocardial infarction.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse receives an order for blood cultures and sensitivity for a client. Which statement is correct concerning this test?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Blood culture results typically take 48–72 hours for organism identification. Stopping antibiotics or culturing catheter tips is not standard practice.

Question 3 of 5

While caring for a client with cervical cancer, the nurse notes that the radioactive implant is lying in the bed. The nurse should:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Radioactive implants must be handled with tongs and placed in a lead-lined container to minimize radiation exposure, per safety protocols.

Question 4 of 5

The client returns to the recovery room following repair of an abdominal aneurysm. Which finding would require further investigation?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Low urinary output (20 mL/hour) may indicate renal impairment or hypoperfusion, requiring further investigation.

Question 5 of 5

A client with cancer who is receiving chemotherapeutic drugs has been given injections of (pegfilgastrin) Neulasta. Which laboratory value reveals that the drug is producing the desired effect?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pegfilgrastim (Neulasta) stimulates white blood cell production. A WBC count of 6,000/mm indicates the drug is effective in preventing neutropenia.

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