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Question 1 of 5

A client with a history of a kidney transplant is being discharged. The nurse should teach the client to:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Immunosuppression post-kidney transplant increases infection risk, requiring vigilant monitoring. High-sodium diets, activity limits, and daily antibiotics are not standard.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is performing discharge teaching on a client with polycythemia vera. Which would be included in the teaching plan?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Polycythemia vera increases blood viscosity, raising thrombosis risk. Teaching to recognize thrombosis symptoms (e.g., pain, swelling) is critical. Avoiding crowds (
A) is for neutropenia, elevating the bed (
B) is for reflux, and socks/gloves (
C) are for Raynaud’s.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a closed head injury. Which finding should be reported to the doctor immediately?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Unequal pupils suggest increased intracranial pressure or neurological deterioration in a head injury, requiring immediate reporting. The other findings are within normal or less urgent ranges.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a history of Raynaud’s disease. The nurse should expect the client to have:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Raynaud’s disease causes vasospasms, leading to color changes (white, blue, red) in the fingers triggered by cold or stress.

Question 5 of 5

A postpartum client complains of rectal pressure and severe pain in her perineum; this may be indicative of:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Afterbirth pains are a common complaint in the postpartum client, but they are located in the uterus. Constipation may cause rectal pressure but is not usually associated with 'severe pain.' Cystitis may cause pain, but the location is different. Hematomas are frequently associated with severe pain and pressure. Further assessments are indicated for this client.

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