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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a vascular access for hemodialysis. Which of these findings necessitates immediate action by the nurse?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: It is a priority to report this finding since clients on hemodialysis are prone to infection, and the first sign is an elevated temperature.

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Laboratory reference ranges
Glucose (fasting)
70-110 mg/dL
(3.9-6.1 mmol/L)


Question 2 of 5

The nurse is assisting with the care of four clients with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the health care provider?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: NPH insulin is not administered IV, as it is a suspension and can cause embolism or erratic absorption. This prescription requires clarification.

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Question 3 of 5

A triage nurse has these 4 clients arrive in the emergency department within a 15 minute period. Which client should the triage nurse send back to be seen first?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A teenager who got a singed beard while camping. This client is in the greatest danger with a potential of respiratory distress, Any client with singed facial hair has been exposed to heat or fire in close range that could have caused damage to the interior of the lung. Note that the interior lining of the lung has no nerve fibers so the client will not be aware of swelling.

Question 4 of 5

A client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome has a T cell count of 180 . The medication frequently used for the client with T cell counts less than 200 is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Pentamidine is used for Pneumocystis prophylaxis in AIDS patients with T-cell counts <200. Gentamicin is an antibiotic, acyclovir treats herpes, and immune globulin is not specific.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is suctioning the tracheostomy of an adult client. The recommended pressure setting is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Suction pressure of 80-120 mm Hg is recommended for adult tracheostomy suctioning to effectively remove secretions without causing trauma.

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