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Question 1 of 5

A client with severe hypertension is receiving Capoten (captopril). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following to the doctor?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A persistent cough is a common side effect of ACE inhibitors like captopril, potentially requiring a change in medication.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse enters the room of a client with dementia and observes the client grimacing while pulling at the indwelling urinary catheter. The nurse notes blood trickling from the urinary meatus and pink-tinged urine in the urinary drainage bag. It would be a priority for the nurse to

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Blood and grimacing suggest trauma or irritation from the catheter. Deflating the balloon allows safe removal to prevent further injury, pending provider orders.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is reviewing teaching about newly prescribed clonazepam with a client who is receiving palliative care for cancer. Which client statement shows a correct understanding of the nurse's teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Lavender essential oil in a diffuser is a safe, non-pharmacological method to reduce restlessness, compatible with clonazepam without risk of interaction.

Question 4 of 5

A 14-year old with leukemia tells the nurse, 'All I really want to eat is frozen yogurt.' The nurse should:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Providing the requested yogurt respects the client's preferences and encourages intake, which is critical in leukemia patients who may have reduced appetite.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is talking with the parent of a pediatric client who had a cast applied to the right arm 30 minutes ago. Which of the following statements by the parent would require follow-up?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Tingling or burning may indicate neurovascular compromise or pressure on nerves, requiring immediate evaluation, not dismissal as normal.

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