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Question 1 of 5

A client with terminal lung cancer is admitted to the unit. A family member asks the nurse, 'How much longer will it be?' Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: This response acknowledges the family's concern, provides an honest answer, and opens the conversation to address their specific worries, promoting therapeutic communication.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is part of an interdisciplinary team in a rehabilitation unit. Which of the following statements by a client is most important to be communicated to the social worker on the team?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Inability to afford help (
A) is a social issue requiring the social worker's intervention for resources. Other concerns (B, C,
D) are addressed by therapy or nursing.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a head injury who has an intracranial pressure monitor in place. Assessment reveals an ICP reading of 66. What is the nurse's best action?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: An ICP of 66 mmHg is critically high (normal <20 mmHg), indicating severe brain swelling. Notifying the physician is urgent for immediate intervention.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse performing a newborn assessment would expect what respiratory rate and heart rate as a normal finding?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Newborns have a respiratory rate of 30-60 breaths/min and heart rate of 120-160 beats/min. Option C (RR 46, HR 153) is within normal ranges.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for an infant receiving intravenous fluid. Signs of fluid overload in an infant include:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Fluid overload in infants can cause increased heart rate and blood pressure due to increased intravascular volume.

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