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Question 1 of 5

A client with a panic disorder has a new prescription for Xanax (alprazolam). In teaching the client about the drug's actions and side effects, which of the following should the nurse emphasize?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Short-term relief can be expected. Xanax is a short-acting benzodiazepine useful in controlling panic symptoms quickly.

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Laboratory reference ranges
Glucose (random) – newborn < 24 hours old
40-60 mg/dL
(2.2-3.3 mmol/L)


Question 2 of 5

The nurse is monitoring a neonate 1 hour after spontaneous vaginal delivery. Which of the following are expected findings? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A, B, E

Rationale: Respirations of 56 (
A), glucose of 60 mg/dL (
B), and white papules (milia) (E) are normal in neonates. A holosystolic murmur (
C) and single transverse crease (
D) suggest congenital abnormalities.

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Question 3 of 5

A client with borderline personality disorder says to the nurse, 'You're the only one I trust around here. The others don't know what they are doing and they don't care about anyone except themselves. I only want to talk with you.' What is the priority nursing action?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Reinforcing boundaries (
D) addresses splitting behavior and maintains therapeutic relationships. Rotating staff (
A), assigning the preferred nurse (
B), or reassuring competence (
C) may reinforce manipulation.

Question 4 of 5

During the shift report, the night charge nurse tells the day charge nurse that the night unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is totally incompetent. What is the best response for the day charge nurse to give?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Suggesting discussion with the nurse manager (
D) addresses the issue professionally. Encouraging training (
A), deflecting responsibility (
B), or defending the UAP (
C) are less appropriate.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing fall-prevention teaching to the spouse of a 78-year-old client who recently experienced a stroke. What suggestion by the nurse is most effective in preventing falls?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Removing rugs and installing grab bars (
C) directly addresses environmental hazards, the most effective fall prevention strategy. Rising slowly (
A), using a walker (
B), or hiring an aide (
D) are helpful but less comprehensive.

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