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Question 1 of 5

An 80-year-old woman has been hospitalized for three days with pneumonia. She is now able to sit in a chair for the first time. How should the nurse plan care for today?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A bed bath conserves energy, and later chair transfer allows bed-making, optimizing rest and mobility for a recovering pneumonia patient.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is talking with a group of clients at a community health fair about colorectal cancer. Which of the following statements would be appropriate for the nurse to make? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B,C,D,E

Rationale: Low red meat, high fruit/vegetable intake, and healthy weight reduce colorectal cancer risk. Inflammatory bowel disease and family history increase risk, necessitating earlier screenings. Risk rises after age 50, but health status matters, making the first statement inaccurate.

Question 3 of 5

A client who is blind is admitted to the hospital for surgery tomorrow. The client is able to get out of bed and eat until midnight. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Describing surroundings aids orientation and safety for a blind client, promoting independence. Side rails, voice descriptions, or removing objects are less helpful.

Question 4 of 5

What nursing action is essential when oxygen is ordered for a client who is living at home?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Checking for frayed cords reduces fire risk, as oxygen supports combustion. Extinguishers are secondary, removing devices is impractical, and carpeting increases static sparks.

Question 5 of 5

While planning care for a toddler, the nurse teaches the parents about the expected developmental changes for this age. Which statement by the mother shows that she understands the child's developmental needs?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: I understand our child's need to use those new skills.' Erikson describes the stage of the toddler as being the time when there is normally an increase in autonomy. The child needs to use motor skills to explore the environment.

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