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Question 1 of 5

The nurse has finished suctioning the tracheostomy of a client. Which parameter should the nurse monitor to determine the effectiveness of the procedure?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: After suctioning a client either with or without an artificial airway, the breath sounds are auscultated to determine the extent to which the airways have been cleared of respiratory secretions. The other assessment items are not as precise as breath sounds for this purpose.

Question 2 of 5

A client with a history of chronic kidney disease is prescribed sevelamer (Renagel). The nurse should explain that this medication works by:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Sevelamer binds phosphate in the gut, reducing serum phosphate levels in chronic kidney disease.

Question 3 of 5

A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease is admitted to the hospital. Initial assessment reveals that his blood pressure is 96/60 mm Hg, his pulse rate is 120 bpm, and he has vomited coffee-ground material. Based on this assessment, what is the nurse's priority action?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The symptoms suggest gastrointestinal bleeding, and the modified Trendelenburg position helps maintain cerebral perfusion in hypovolemic shock.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about medication management. Which of the following medications should the client expect to take for long-term management?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Allopurinol reduces uric acid production for long-term gout management.

Question 5 of 5

When giving a change of shift report, which of the following statements by the nurse is not appropriate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Subjective statements like 'contrary' are inappropriate in a professional report, as they lack objectivity and clinical relevance.

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