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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a radium implant for the treatment of cervical cancer. While caring for the client with a radioactive implant, the nurse should:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Standing at the foot of the bed minimizes radiation exposure by maximizing distance, adhering to radiation safety principles.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy for leukemia. The client’s latest laboratory results show a white blood cell count of 2,000/mm³. Which of the following nursing actions is the HIGHEST priority?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: a white blood cell count of 2,000/mm³ indicates neutropenia, and initiating neutropenic precautions is the priority to prevent infection

Question 3 of 5

A client with Addison's disease has been admitted with a history of nausea and vomiting for the past 3 days. The client is receiving IV glucocorticoids (Solu-Medrol). Which of the following interventions would the nurse implement?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Addison's disease causes sodium loss and potassium retention, so monitoring sodium and potassium levels is essential during glucocorticoid therapy.

Question 4 of 5

An elderly client with moderate Alzheimer's disease lives with her daughter and appears dirty and disheveled and has lost five pounds over the previous month. Which of the following does the nurse suspect?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The client's dirty, disheveled appearance and weight loss suggest caregiver neglect (
B), as the daughter may not be providing adequate care. Physical abuse (
A) would involve evidence of injury, self-neglect (
C) is unlikely given the client's Alzheimer's, and psychological abuse (
D) involves emotional harm, not physical neglect.

Question 5 of 5

A client with rheumatoid arthritis is receiving injections of Myochrysine (gold sodium thiomalate). Before administering the client's medication, the nurse should:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Checking lab work is essential to monitor for toxicity, such as renal or hematologic effects, from gold therapy.

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