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Question 1 of 5

The physician has ordered cultures for cytomegalovirus (CMV). Which statement is true of the collection of cultures for cytomegalovirus?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Fresh specimens are critical for accurate CMV culture results, as the virus is labile and degrades quickly.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who fractured her leg in a motor vehicle accident. A cast is applied. The nurse will assess which of the following? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A, B, C, E

Rationale: Assessing pulses, capillary refill, skin temperature, and neurovascular symptoms (pain, numbness, tingling, movement) ensures circulation and nerve function are intact; squeezing the cast is inappropriate.

Question 3 of 5

Which assessment finding in a client with COPD indicates to the nurse that the respiratory problem is chronic?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Clubbing of fingers is a sign of chronic hypoxia, indicative of long-standing COPD, unlike wheezing or cough, which can occur in acute or chronic stages.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is assessing a client with suspected pneumothorax. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: decreased breath sounds on the affected side are a hallmark of pneumothorax due to lung collapse

Question 5 of 5

The nurse has just administered an IM injection to a client. In which of the following ways should the nurse dispose of the needle?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Needles should be disposed of immediately in a puncture-resistant container in the client’s room to minimize sharps injury risk.

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