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Question 1 of 5

Ibuprofen 400 mg orally four times daily has been prescribed for an older client with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. The client asks the nurse about the amount of medication prescribed. The nurse responds based on understanding what about this prescribed dosage?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: For acute or chronic rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, the normal oral adult dose for an older client is 200 to 800 mg 3 to 4 times a day.
Therefore, the remaining options are incorrect.

Question 2 of 5

One of the roles of the registered nurse in terms of informed consent is to:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The nurse's role in informed consent includes serving as a witness to the client's signature , confirming that the client signed voluntarily after being informed. The nurse does not obtain the consent or involve the durable power of attorney in signing .

Question 3 of 5

A client with a history of schizophrenia is prescribed paliperidone (Invega). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Paliperidone can cause hyperprolactinemia, leading to symptoms like galactorrhea.

Question 4 of 5

A client is being discharged from the hospital after removal of chest tubes that were inserted following thoracic surgery. When providing home care instructions to the client, which client statement indicates a need for further teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Upon removal of a chest tube, a dressing is usually placed over the chest tube site. This is maintained in place until the primary health care provider says it may be removed. The client should avoid heavy lifting for the first 4 to 6 weeks after discharge to facilitate continued wound healing. The client is taught to monitor and report any respiratory difficulty or increased temperature.

Question 5 of 5

Ibuprofen 400 mg orally four times daily has been prescribed for an older client with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. The client asks the nurse about the amount of medication prescribed. The nurse responds based on understanding what about this prescribed dosage?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: For acute or chronic rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, the normal oral adult dose for an older client is 200 to 800 mg 3 to 4 times a day.
Therefore, the remaining options are incorrect.

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