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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) about omeprazole (Prilosec). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Diarrhea may indicate Clostridium difficile infection, a serious omeprazole side effect. Options A, C, and D are incorrect: morning dosing is preferred, stopping the medication risks relapse, and it can be taken with meals.

Question 2 of 5

The physician has ordered insertion of a nasogastric tube to provide supplemental feedings for a client recovering from a stroke. To facilitate insertion of the nasogastric tube, the nurse should:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Flexing the neck aligns the esophagus, facilitating nasogastric tube insertion. Ice chips increase choking risk. Hyperextension misaligns the airway. Warm water is ineffective.

Question 3 of 5

A 14-year-old client is scheduled for a below-knee (BK) amputation following a motorcycle accident. The nurse knows preoperative teaching for this client should include

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: discussing his feelings and fears is important in dealing with his anxiety due to a change in body image and functioning

Question 4 of 5

An adult has the following blood gasses: pH=7.52, pCO2=50, HCO3=35, and pO2=90. What is most likely to be in the client's history of presenting signs and symptoms?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: High pH and HCO3 indicate metabolic alkalosis, commonly caused by frequent vomiting, losing gastric acid.

Question 5 of 5

An elderly client with a fractured hip is placed in Buck's traction. The primary purpose for Buck's traction for this client is:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Buck's traction immobilizes the hip to reduce muscle spasms, which can worsen pain and misalignment. It does not prevent surgery or bleeding and is not primarily for pain relief.

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