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Question 1 of 5

The client with a history of diabetes insipidus is admitted with polyuria, polydipsia, and mental confusion. The priority intervention for this client is:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Mental confusion in diabetes insipidus may indicate severe dehydration or electrolyte imbalance, so checking vital signs is the priority to assess stability.

Question 2 of 5

A client with advanced Alzheimer's disease has been prescribed haloperidol (Haldol). What clinical manifestation suggests that the client is experiencing side effects from this medication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Haloperidol, an antipsychotic, can cause extrapyramidal side effects like tremors, which are common and indicate a neurological side effect.

Question 3 of 5

Which finding is the best indication that a client with ineffective airway clearance needs suctioning?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Adventitious breath sounds (e.g., rhonchi or gurgling) indicate mucus obstruction, making suctioning necessary to clear the airway.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse on oncology is caring for a client with a white blood count of 600. During evening visitation, a visitor brings a potted plant. What action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A low WBC (neutropenia) increases infection risk, so the plant, which may harbor bacteria or fungi, should be removed.

Question 5 of 5

A 22-year-old pregnant client is diagnosed with autoimmune hemolytic anemia. The nurse anticipates immediate treatment with

Correct Answer: E

Rationale: Autoimmune hemolytic anemia in pregnancy is typically treated with corticosteroids or IVIG (containing IgG), but IgG alone isn’t administered. None of the options are correct.

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