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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is reinforcing teaching to the parents of a 6-month-old child who has been given a new prescription for a liquid iron supplement. Which statements by the parents indicate a need for further teaching? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: C,E

Rationale: Giving iron with milk (
C) reduces absorption and should be avoided. Administering with meals (E) also decreases absorption; iron is best given between meals with vitamin C. Statements A, B, and D are correct regarding side effects and administration.

Question 2 of 5

A woman who had a tuberculosis test three days ago reports to the nurse to have the test read. Which finding, if present, indicates a positive result and a need for referral and follow-up?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A raised (indurated) area >10 mm indicates a positive TB skin test, requiring follow-up for potential latent or active TB.

Question 3 of 5

A client hospitalized with severe depression and suicidal ideation refuses to talk with the nurse. The nurse recognizes that the suicidal client has difficulty:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Clients with severe depression and suicidal ideation often struggle to express feelings of low self-worth , which contributes to their emotional withdrawal. Discussing remorse or dependence may be present but is less central. Expressing anger is more typical in other conditions like bipolar disorder.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is monitoring a client who had an esophagogastroduodenoscopy 2 hours ago. Which finding requires an immediate report to the registered nurse?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A temperature spike to 101.2 F (
D) suggests possible perforation or infection, requiring immediate reporting. BP drop (
A) is mild, absent gag reflex (
B) is expected, and sore throat (
C) is normal post-procedure.

Question 5 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.

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