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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a post-surgical client at risk for developing deep vein thrombosis. Which intervention is an effective preventive measure?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Encourage range of motion and ambulation. Mobility reduces the risk of deep vein thrombosis in the post-surgical client and the adult at risk due to other factors.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is talking with a client with major depressive disorder who has been taking paroxetine for the past 3 weeks. Which of the following statements by the client would require immediate follow-up?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Persistent depression with increased energy (
B) may indicate rising suicide risk, requiring immediate follow-up. Appetite (
A), sleep (
C), and libido (
D) changes are common side effects.

Question 3 of 5

Which therapeutic communication skill used by the nurse is most likely to encourage a depressed client to vent feelings?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Active listening. This skill, along with silence, encourages the client to verbalize feelings.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is caring for a post-surgical client at risk for developing deep vein thrombosis. Which intervention is an effective preventive measure?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Encourage range of motion and ambulation. Mobility reduces the risk of deep vein thrombosis in the post-surgical client and the adult at risk due to other factors.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for an 87 year-old client with urinary retention. Which finding should be reported immediately?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fecal impaction. The nurse should report fecal impaction or constipation which can cause obstruction of the bladder outlet. Bladder outlet obstruction is a common cause of urine retention in the elderly.

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