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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative day 1 after a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A temperature of 100.8°F suggests infection, a serious post-thyroidectomy complication. Options A, C, and D are normal or expected.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following should be included in the discharge teaching of a client with a unilateral adrenalectomy?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Unilateral adrenalectomy may impair cortisol production, requiring lifelong steroid replacement. Skin care, dietary restrictions, and hypoglycemia are not primary concerns.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client suspected to have Tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following diagnostic tests is essential for determining the presence of active TB?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Sputum culture. The sputum culture is the most accurate method for determining the presence of active TB.

Question 4 of 5

A client with MRSA is receiving Vanomycin (Vancocin) IV. If the client experiences 'red man' syndrome, the nurse should:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Red man syndrome is caused by rapid vancomycin infusion, leading to histamine release. Slowing the infusion and monitoring blood pressure manage symptoms. It's not normal, and discontinuing is unnecessary.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse performs an assessment of an 8-year-old girl diagnosed with scoliosis.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Scoliosis causes lateral spinal curvature, leading to thoracic asymmetry. Waddling gait is associated with hip issues, edema with circulatory problems, and a protruding sternum with pectus carinatum, none of which are typical of scoliosis.

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