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Question 1 of 5

A client with abdominal surgery is admitted to the recovery room with an NG tube to low suction. Which of the following lab values indicates a complication of NG suction?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: NG suction can lead to loss of gastric fluid, causing hypernatremia (elevated sodium, as seen with Na 150 mEq/L) due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.

Question 2 of 5

A 28-year-old client is being treated with acute pelvic inflammatory disease. Which of the following positions will afford the most comfort for this client?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position reduces pelvic pressure and promotes comfort in clients with pelvic inflammatory disease.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who is receiving oxygen therapy. Which of the following flow rates is MOST appropriate?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Low-flow oxygen (1–2 L/min via nasal cannula) is appropriate for COPD to maintain oxygenation without suppressing the hypoxic drive. Higher flows (B, C,
D) risk CO2 retention in COPD patients.

Extract:

A nurse picks up an order for an asthmatic child. The order reads: Propranolol (Inderal) 80 mg. PO QD.


Question 4 of 5

The nurse reads this order as

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, is contraindicated in asthma due to risk of bronchoconstriction.

Extract:

Glucocorticoids:


Question 5 of 5

Glucocorticoids:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Cortisol is the primary glucocorticoid, regulating metabolism and stress response.

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