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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric tube for decompression. Which action is most appropriate to ensure proper function?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Checking nasogastric tube placement (e.g., via pH or aspiration) before feedings or medications ensures the tube is in the stomach, preventing aspiration. Irrigation frequency depends on protocol, clamping may cause reflux, and supine positioning risks aspiration.

Question 2 of 5

The sputum of a client remains positive for the tubercle bacillus even though the client has been taking Laniazid (isoniazid) in combination with other antituberculars. The nurse recognizes that the client taking isoniazid should have a negative sputum culture within:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Effective antitubercular therapy, including isoniazid, typically results in a negative sputum culture within three months, indicating control of active infection.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is assigning staff to care for a number of clients with emotional disorders. Which facet of care is suitable to the skills of the nursing assistant?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Providing routine catheter care is within the scope of a nursing assistant, as it involves basic hygiene tasks, unlike the other options, which require advanced assessment or monitoring.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client following a Whipple procedure. The nurse should give priority to assessing for:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The Whipple procedure involves pancreatic resection, increasing the risk of hypoglycemia due to altered insulin production, making this a priority assessment.

Question 5 of 5

Which emergency interventions should be carried out for the patient with a venomous snake bite of the right hand?

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Correct Answer: A, E

Rationale: Snake bite management includes lying down (
A) to reduce venom spread and immobilizing the limb below heart level (E) to slow circulation. Oral antihistamines (
B) are ineffective acutely, history (
C) is secondary, and anti-venin testing (
D) is controversial and not routine.

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