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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is reinforcing education about home care to the parent of a 10-year-old with cystic fibrosis. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates that teaching has been effective? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B,C,D

Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes with meals (
B), increased salt in hot weather (
C), and a high-calorie, high-protein diet (
D) are correct for cystic fibrosis management. Chest physiotherapy (
A) is routine, not symptom-based, and limiting sports (E) is unnecessary unless advised.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is reinforcing teaching about infant safety to a class of expectant parents. Which statement by a participant indicates a need for further instruction?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Placing a teddy bear in the crib (
D) increases suffocation risk, requiring further teaching. Pacifiers (
A), sleep sacks (
B), and firm mattresses (
C) are safe.

Question 3 of 5

The LPN is caring for a woman who delivered a healthy 7-lb baby boy 24 hours ago. Baseline vital signs were blood pressure (BP)=90/64, temperature (T)=97.6°F, pulse (P)=72, and respirations (R)=14. Which finding is of greatest concern?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The significant rise in BP to 129/82 from 90/64 may indicate postpartum complications like preeclampsia, requiring immediate assessment. Red drainage, cramping, and increased water intake are normal postpartum findings.

Question 4 of 5

A parent tells the nurse that their 6 year-old child who normally enjoys school, has not been doing well since the grandmother died 2 months ago. Which statement most accurately describes thoughts on death and dying at this age?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Death is personified as the bogeyman or devil. Personification of death is typical of this developmental level.

Question 5 of 5

An adult is scheduled for a paracentesis. What should the nurse plan to do immediately before the procedure is started?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Emptying the bladder before paracentesis prevents accidental puncture of the bladder during needle insertion into the abdominal cavity. Water intake, bowel emptying, or sedation are not immediate pre-procedure priorities.

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