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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with suspected colorectal cancer. Which of the following findings would support a diagnosis of colorectal cancer? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B,C,D

Rationale: Colorectal cancer often presents with fatigue (
A) due to anemia or systemic effects, blood in the stool (
B) from tumor bleeding, changes in bowel habits (
C) like diarrhea or constipation, and unintentional weight loss (
D) from malignancy-related cachexia. Elevated hemoglobin (E) is unlikely, as anemia is more common due to chronic blood loss.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse assists with a community teaching program for parents and caregivers of infants. Which statement by a participant indicates that teaching has been successful?

Correct Answer: B,D

Rationale: Honey (
A) is unsafe for infants under 1 year due to the risk of botulism. Waiting until 1 year to introduce egg products (
B) is correct to reduce allergy risks. Switching to low-fat milk (
C) is incorrect, as infants need whole milk or formula for adequate fat and nutrients. The ability to pick up finger foods by 12 months (
D) is a correct developmental milestone, indicating successful teaching.

Question 3 of 5

Which statements involve acceptable use of an abbreviation, symbol, or dose designation in documentation? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Metric units (
A), decimal doses (
C), and QID (E) are clear and acceptable. 'u' (
B) risks confusion with '0,' and 'pc' with 'c/o' (
D) are ambiguous, per safety standards.

Question 4 of 5

An adolescent client has been hospitalized for 2 months for an eating disorder. She asks the nurse what to tell her classmates about her long absence. The nurse can best help the client by:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Role-playing helps the client prepare for social interactions, building confidence in handling questions about her absence.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is floated from the obstetrical (OB) floor to the medical/surgical floor. Which client is the best assignment for the OB nurse?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The OB nurse’s expertise in pregnancy care makes the pregnant client with a fractured pelvis (
A) the best assignment, as it aligns with their skills in managing maternal-fetal health. Other clients (B, C,
D) require general medical-surgical care unrelated to OB.

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