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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client newly diagnosed with heart failure. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the side effects of furosemide (Lasix)?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Furosemide can cause potassium loss; eating potassium-rich foods like bananas, dates, or peaches shows understanding of managing this side effect.

Question 2 of 5

A client is being treated for cancer with linear acceleration radiation. The physician has marked the radiation site with a blue marking pen. The nurse should:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Soap or lotion can remove radiation site markings or irritate the skin, so they should be avoided to ensure accurate treatment.

Question 3 of 5

For which of the following reasons would the nurse use the Braden Scale to assess a client?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The Braden Scale assesses risk for pressure sores (
B) by evaluating factors like mobility and skin moisture. It is not used for delirium (
A), falls (
C), or substance abuse (
D).

Question 4 of 5

The client admitted with angina is given a prescription for nitroglycerine. The client should be instructed to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Nitroglycerin should be stored in its original brown bottle to protect it from light and maintain potency.

Question 5 of 5

A 4-year-old is scheduled for a routine tonsillectomy. Which of the following lab findings should be reported to the doctor?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A white blood cell count of 16,000 suggests infection or inflammation, which should be reported before surgery.

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