Extract:

Question 1 of 5

Older adults with known cardiovascular disease must balance which of the following measures for optimum health?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Diet, exercise, and medication are critical for managing cardiovascular disease, as they address risk factors like cholesterol, physical fitness, and blood pressure control, directly impacting heart health.

Question 2 of 5

A client with a diagnosis of gout is prescribed febuxostat (Uloric). The nurse should instruct the client to:

A. Take the medication with food to reduce stomach upset. B. Avoid drinking alcohol. C. Limit fluid intake. D. Take the medication at bedtime only.

Correct Answer: A,B

Rationale: Taking febuxostat with food reduces gastrointestinal upset, and avoiding alcohol prevents uric acid buildup.

Question 3 of 5

The first thing that you should do immediately after a client accident is to:

A. Notify the doctor. B. Render care. C. Assess the client. D. Notify the nurse manager.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The first action after a client accident is to assess the client to determine the extent of injury and immediate needs, following the nursing process.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of hypertension about medication adherence. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

A. I'll take my medication every morning.' B. I'll check my blood pressure regularly.' C. I'll stop my medication if I feel fine.' D. I'll avoid high-sodium foods.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Stopping medication when feeling fine indicates a misunderstanding, as hypertension requires ongoing treatment.

Question 5 of 5

Assessment of a nulligravid client in active labor reveals the following: complaints of moderate discomfort; cervix dilated $3 \mathrm{~cm}, 0$ station and completely effaced; fetal heart rate of $136 \mathrm{bpm}$. Which of the following should the nurse plan to do next?

A. Assist the client with comfort measures and breathing techniques. B. Turn the client from the left side-lying position to the right side-lying position. C. Prepare the client for epidural anesthesia to relieve pain. D. Instruct the client that internal fetal monitoring is necessary.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Moderate discomfort in early labor is managed with non-pharmacologic comfort measures and breathing techniques to promote coping.