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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client receiving treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Which client statement requires further investigation?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Burning on urination (
A) suggests a urinary tract infection, requiring investigation. Dribbling (
B), nocturia (
D), and missing doses (
C) are common with BPH or medication non-adherence but less urgent.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse caring for a terminally ill client asks if the client has an advance directive. The client states, 'I already have a power of attorney.' What is the best response by the nurse?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Clarifying if the POA includes healthcare decisions (
D) ensures proper advance directive planning. Vague affirmations (A,
B) or suggesting a lawyer (
C) do not address the need for a healthcare-specific POA.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse observes a client who is walking with a cane. Which observation indicates that the client is walking appropriately?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Holding the cane on the unaffected side and moving it with the affected leg provides optimal support and balance, coordinating strength with the weaker side.

Question 4 of 5

A client scheduled for a computerized axial tomography (CAT) using a contrast medium scan of the brain should be assessed for:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Contrast medium often contains iodine, so assessing for iodine sensitivity prevents allergic reactions. Claustrophobia, liver function, and implants are secondary concerns.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a newborn who has a large myelomeningocele. It would be a priority for the nurse to

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A myelomeningocele requires a sterile, moist dressing (
B) to prevent infection and drying. Checking anus tone (
A), measuring head circumference (
C), and supine positioning (
D) are secondary or contraindicated.

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