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Question 1 of 5

The client is admitted to the unit with a potassium level of $2.4 \mathrm{meq} / \mathrm{L}$. The client with a potassium level of $2.4 \mathrm{meq} / \mathrm{L}$ would exhibit symptoms of:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Hypokalemia (low potassium, 2.4 meq/L) causes symptoms like U waves on ECG, muscle weakness, and cramps. Peaked T waves occur in hyperkalemia. Muscle rigidity is not typical, and rapid respirations are more associated with acid-base imbalances.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following lifestyle modifications should the nurse recommend to the client?

Correct Answer: B,C,E

Rationale: Rest (
B), range-of-motion exercises (
C), and moist heat (E) manage rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. Ice (
A) can reduce inflammation, and a pillow under knees (
D) may worsen stiffness.

Question 3 of 5

Before giving furosemide (Lasix) to an adult, the nurse checks the laboratory report for the last serum potassium level. Which finding would be of concern to the nurse?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A potassium level of 3.2 mEq/L is low, concerning with furosemide, which can further deplete potassium, risking arrhythmias.

Question 4 of 5

The charge nurse in a long-term care facility is making assignments. When assigning personnel to care for residents, which principle is important?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Consistency with caregivers reduces anxiety and improves trust for confused clients, enhancing care quality. Daily rotation, gender restrictions, or caregiver choice are less effective.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is assessing a young child at a clinic visit for a mild respiratory infection. Koplik spots are noted on the oral mucous membranes. The nurse should then assess which area of the body?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The skin. A characteristic sign of rubeola is Koplik spots (small red spots with a bluish white center). These are found on the buccal mucosa about 2 days before and after the onset of the measles rash.

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