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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is making a home visit to an adult who had a cataract extraction yesterday. Which observation indicates that the client needs more instruction?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Bending over post-cataract surgery increases intraocular pressure, risking complications; this indicates a need for further instruction on activity restrictions.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a child receiving chest physiotherapy (CPT). Which of the following actions by the nurse would be appropriate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Continue the percussion to the rib cage area. Percussion should target the rib cage to mobilize secretions effectively.

Question 3 of 5

The client complains of frequent insomnia affecting her ability to rest well. Which of the following factors or lifestyle choices in her assessment history most likely contributes to her inability to sleep?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Nicotine in cigarettes is a stimulant, disrupting sleep and likely contributing to insomnia, unlike snacks, aspirin, or reading.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is reviewing new medication prescriptions for a client with an acute exacerbation of asthma. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Potassium chloride (
B) is not indicated for asthma exacerbation unless hypokalemia is documented, requiring clarification. Albuterol (
A), methylprednisolone (
D) treat asthma, and enoxaparin (
C) may prevent thrombosis in immobile patients.

Question 5 of 5

A client admitted with glaucoma is being treated with miotic (pilocarpine) eye drops. Following administration of the medication, the nurse will note:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Miotics, such as pilocarpine, are administered to the client with glaucoma to cause pupillary constriction, thereby lowering intraocular pressure. Answer A is incorrect because miotics constrict the pupil. Answer B is incorrect because miotics do not diminish redness. Answer C is incorrect because miotics do not decrease edema of the cornea.

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