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Question 1 of 5

The home health nurse is planning for the day's visits. Which client should be seen first?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The 5-month-old with recent pneumonia is at high risk for complications, prioritizing their assessment.

Question 2 of 5

A client admitted for treatment of a deep venous thrombosis of the calf complains of dyspnea and chest pain. What is the best response by the nurse?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Dyspnea and chest pain suggest a possible pulmonary embolism, a complication of DVT, requiring immediate preparation for diagnostic tests to confirm and treat.

Question 3 of 5

The client is being evaluated for possible acute leukemia. Which inquiry by the nurse is most important?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Unexplained weight loss is a common symptom of leukemia due to increased metabolic demand and systemic effects of the disease.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse recognizes which of the following as the priority nursing diagnosis for the client in thyroid crisis?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Thyroid crisis (thyroid storm) causes hyperthermia, making imbalanced body temperature the priority due to the risk of life-threatening hypermetabolic complications.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for an elderly female client in an extended care facility who has dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Which nursing intervention would be the most appropriate?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Standing in front of the client maximizes her ability to see the nurse, as dry AMD affects central vision, making clear visual communication essential.

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