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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with Crohn's disease. How should the nurse educate the client regarding nutrition and hydration?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: High-calorie, low-fiber, high-protein, and high-vitamin foods support nutrition in Crohn’s disease while minimizing irritation to the inflamed bowel.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is suspected of charting medication administration that he did not give. After talking to the nurse, the charge nurse should:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Suspected falsification of records warrants a formal reprimand and investigation, but immediate termination or legal action requires further evidence.

Question 3 of 5

Following application of a right BK prosthesis for an amputated limb, the client returns for evaluation, and the nurse notes that the client has an unstable gait and the right hip and knee are showing signs of slight flexion contractures. The client admits to infrequent use of the prosthesis. Which of the following interventions are most indicated? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B,D

Rationale: Sympathetic encouragement (
A), retraining (
B), and counseling (
D) address infrequent use and contractures constructively. Chastising (
C) is non-therapeutic and demotivating.

Question 4 of 5

A client with an inguinal hernia asks the nurse why he should have surgery when he has had a hernia for years. The nurse understands that surgery is recommended to:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Surgery is recommended for an inguinal hernia to prevent strangulation, which can lead to bowel obstruction and tissue necrosis.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who has verbalized the desire to commit suicide. He has a detailed, concrete plan in place. The nurse places the client on suicide precautions, which include assigning the client a 24-hour sitter. The client becomes angry and refuses the sitter. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A detailed suicide plan indicates high risk. Assigning a sitter despite refusal ensures safety, as patient consent is secondary to preventing harm.

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