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Question 1 of 5

An infant is born with facial abnormalities, growth retardation, mental retardation, and vision abnormalities. These abnormalities are probably caused by maternal:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: These symptoms are characteristic of fetal alcohol syndrome, caused by maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy, which affects fetal development.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is instructing an unlicensed assistive personnel on the prevention of postoperative pulmonary complications. Which of the following statements indicates that the assistant has understood the nurse's instructions?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Deep breathing exercises hourly prevent atelectasis and promote lung expansion, key to preventing pulmonary complications.

Question 3 of 5

Select the opioid classification that is accurately coupled with an example of it AND a side effect or adverse reaction to it.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Dilaudid (hydromorphone) is an opioid agonist, and constipation is a common side effect due to opioid effects on the gastrointestinal tract.

Question 4 of 5

A client diagnosed with multiple sclerosis is prescribed baclofen. Which assessment finding would indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing a therapeutic response from the medication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Baclofen is a skeletal muscle relaxant and acts at the spinal cord level to decrease the frequency and amplitude of muscle spasms in clients with spinal cord injuries or diseases, or multiple sclerosis. None of the other options are related to the effects of this medication.

Question 5 of 5

A 56-year-old woman is admitted for a modified radical mastectomy. The client appears anxious and asks many questions. The nurse's best course of action is to:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Addressing the client's questions thoroughly and at her level of understanding reduces anxiety and supports informed consent.

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A 10-year-old child is admitted with a brain tumor. Which assessment made by the nurse is most critical to report to the child's physician?
A client has just been admitted with acute delirium of unknown etiology. The client's daughter states that she is worried about her mom because she has never acted this way before. The nurse's best response is:

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