NCLEX-RN
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of heart failure about sodium restriction. Which of the following foods should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: canned soups are high in sodium, which should be limited in heart failure to prevent fluid retention
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a homeless client diagnosed with right-sided heart failure. The nurse anticipates that upon discharge the client will need assistance regarding medications, locating a shelter, and follow-up to ensure that the client can obtain transportation to the next appointment with the cardiologist. The nurse understands that this is an example of which content area of care management?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Arranging post-discharge support for medications, shelter, and follow-up ensures continuity of care for a vulnerable client.
Question 3 of 5
The client with cirrhosis of the liver is receiving Lactulose. The nurse is aware that the rationale for the order for Lactulose is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lactulose reduces ammonia levels to prevent hepatic encephalopathy.
Question 4 of 5
A client had a total thyroidectomy yesterday. The client is complaining of tingling around the mouth and in the fingers and toes. What would the nurses' next action be?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tingling around the mouth and extremities suggests hypocalcemia, a common complication post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid gland disturbance, so checking the calcium level is the next action.
Question 5 of 5
A client has been receiving cyanocobalamine (B12) injections for the past six weeks. Which laboratory finding indicates that the medication is having the desired effect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased reticulocyte count indicates effective B12 therapy for anemia.