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Question 1 of 5

A client with chronic bronchitis tells the home health nurse of being exhausted all day due to coughing all night and being unable to sleep. The client can feel thick mucus in the chest and throat. Which teaching can the nurse reinforce to help the client mobilize secretions and improve sleep? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B,C,D

Rationale: Fluids , humidifiers , guaifenesin , and huff coughing thin and mobilize secretions. Pursed lip breathing aids exhalation, not secretion clearance.

Question 2 of 5

Divalproex sodium (Depakote) is prescribed for a 28-year-old female. Which lab test would the nurse expect prior to administration of the medication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Divalproex is teratogenic; a pregnancy test is critical in females of childbearing age to prevent fetal harm.

Question 3 of 5

The licensed practical nurse is assisting the charge nurse in planning care for a client with a detached retina. Which of the following nursing diagnoses should receive priority?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Alteration in mobility is priority for a detached retina, as positioning and activity restrictions prevent further detachment. Comfort, skin integrity, and O2 perfusion are secondary concerns.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client recovering from a fracture. Which diet selection would be best for this client?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A diet rich in protein, calcium, and vitamins supports bone healing. Broiled chicken, Mandarin orange salad, and milk provide these nutrients. Options A, B, and C include less nutrient-dense foods like fried items or chips, making them less ideal.

Question 5 of 5

The clinic nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client about levothyroxine, which the health care provider has prescribed for newly diagnosed hypothyroidism. Which statement made by the client indicates that further teaching is needed?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Antacids reduce levothyroxine absorption, requiring further teaching. Blood monitoring , lifelong use , and morning dosing are correct.

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