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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is assessing for jaundice in a client who has dark skin. What is the best way to do this?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The sclera (white of the eyes) reliably shows yellowing in jaundice, even in dark skin, unlike stool color, nail beds, or fingers, which are less specific.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions with a client following a partial gastrectomy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include to prevent dumping syndrome? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,C

Rationale: High-protein foods and small, frequent meals slow gastric emptying, preventing dumping syndrome. High-carb meals and fluids with meals speed emptying, and lying down delays digestion, worsening symptoms.

Question 3 of 5

A client visiting a family planning clinic is suspected of having an STD. The most diagnostic test for all stages of treponema pallidum (syphilis) is the:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The FTA-Abs test is the most specific and diagnostic for all stages of syphilis. VDRL and RPR are non-treponemal tests that can have false positives, so A and B are incorrect. Thayer-Martin culture is used for gonorrhea, so D is incorrect.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who reported having thoughts of self-injury yesterday. Which of the following statements by the client should the nurse recognize as risk factors for suicide? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,C,D,F

Rationale: Unemployment, access to firearms, prior overdose, and hopelessness are established suicide risk factors. Marriage with children and religious activities are protective factors.

Question 5 of 5

The summer camp nurse and parent of a 9-year-old with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) are discussing appropriate physical activities for the child. Which of the following activities should be included? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: C,D,E

Rationale: Stationary bicycling, swimming, and yoga are low-impact, joint-friendly activities for JIA. Dodgeball risks joint stress, and reading, while safe, is not a physical activity.

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