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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a history of a hysterectomy. The client complains of hot flashes. The nurse should:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hot flashes post-hysterectomy are due to hormonal changes. Discussing hormone replacement therapy with the physician is appropriate. Heating pads, fluid restriction, and acetaminophen are ineffective.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following is an adverse effect associated with the use of Adriamycin (doxorubicin)?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Alopecia (hair loss) is a common adverse effect of doxorubicin, a chemotherapeutic agent, due to its impact on rapidly dividing cells, including hair follicles.

Question 3 of 5

A client has viral encephalitis and has been prescribed IV acyclovir (Zovirax). What nursing interventions should be used when administering the drug?

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Correct Answer: A, B, C, E

Rationale: Acyclovir requires slow infusion (
A) to prevent phlebitis, adequate hydration (
B) to reduce nephrotoxicity, monitoring for neurotoxicity (
C), and caution in renal insufficiency (E). Heart rate (
D) is unrelated.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse discovers that a 78-year-old client who received hydralazine (Apresoline) 20 mg 45 minutes ago has a blood pressure of 70/40 mm Hg. The client has been on this dose of the medication for 3 years. Which of the following data is most likely significant in relation to the cause of the low blood pressure?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: (A,
D) Decreased pulse volume and increased pulse rate are signs of an acute hypotensive episode. Inadequate fluid volume when taking vasodilators can result in a drop in blood pressure when vasodilation starts to physiologically occur as an action of the drug. A potassium level of 3.3 would not be associated with a significant drop in blood pressure.

Question 5 of 5

A client with a deep decubitus ulcer is receiving therapy in the hyperbaric oxygen chamber. Before therapy, the nurse should:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Clean, dry skin is required before hyperbaric oxygen therapy to prevent infection and ensure effective oxygen delivery. Lotions, petroleum, or dressings can interfere or pose fire risks.

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