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Question 1 of 5

A throat culture is ordered for an adult who has a sore throat. The nurse asks the client if he has taken any medications to treat himself. Which medication, if reported by the client, would be of greatest concern to the nurse?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Antibiotics can alter throat culture results by reducing bacterial growth, potentially leading to a false negative, the greatest concern.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is reinforcing teaching of proper technique for colostomy irrigation for the home health client. Which client action indicates that further instruction is required?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Using an enema set is incorrect; a cone-tipped irrigator is required for safe colostomy irrigation. Water volume , height , and clamping are correct.

Question 3 of 5

A client with paranoid thoughts refuses to eat because of the belief that the food is poisoned. The appropriate statement at this time for the nurse to say is

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Reassurance is ineffective when a client is actively delusional. This option avoids both arguing with the client and agreeing with the delusional premise.

Question 4 of 5

A client scheduled for a femoral popliteal bypass is to be assigned to a semi-private room. Which client would be the most suitable roommate for the client with a femoral popliteal bypass graft?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The client with a pituitary tumor is the most suitable roommate as they are unlikely to have an infectious condition or mobility issues that could complicate recovery. Respiratory sarcoidosis may involve respiratory issues, increasing infection risk. A diabetic ulcer poses an infection risk due to potential open wounds. A closed femur fracture may involve similar mobility restrictions, complicating room logistics.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is observing a staff member caring for a client who had a vaginal birth 30 minutes ago. The client is having difficulty with breastfeeding and is requesting assistance. The nurse should intervene if the staff member is observed

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Supplemental formula may undermine breastfeeding efforts early on. Checking position , demonstrating expression , and teaching hunger cues support breastfeeding.

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