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Question 1 of 5

A client with Addison's disease has been receiving glucocorticoid therapy. Which finding indicates a need for dosage adjustment?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A weight gain of 6 pounds in a week suggests fluid retention, indicating possible overdosage of glucocorticoids, requiring adjustment.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is teaching the mother regarding treatment for pedicalosis capitis. Which instruction should be given regarding the medication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Washing bed linens in hot water helps eliminate lice and nits, which is a key part of treatment for pediculosis capitis.

Question 3 of 5

A priority nursing diagnosis for a child being admitted from surgery following a tonsillectomy is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Post-tonsillectomy, the risk of bleeding and aspiration is a priority due to the surgical site in the throat.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is assessing a trauma client in the emergency room when she notes a penetrating abdominal wound with exposed viscera. The nurse should:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Covering exposed viscera with sterile saline gauze keeps the tissue moist and prevents infection until surgical intervention, as replacing contents or using non-sterile dressings risks contamination.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is a characteristic of an ominous periodic change in the fetal heart rate?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A recurrent fetal heart rate of 90-100 bpm at contraction ends indicates severe distress, an ominous sign.

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The nurse working in the emergency department realizes that it would be contraindicated to induce vomiting if someone had ingested which of the following?

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