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Question 1 of 5

The physician has ordered sublingual nitroglycerin for a client. Which of the following are contraindications for administration of sublingual or buccal medications? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: C,D

Rationale: Red, irritated mucous membranes (
C) and dehydration (
D) impair sublingual absorption. Edentulous state (
A), mild dementia (
B), and aphasia (E) do not contraindicate sublingual administration.

Question 2 of 5

An 18-month-old is admitted to the hospital with acute laryngotracheobronchitis. When assessing the respiratory status, the nurse should expect to find:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Acute laryngotracheobronchitis (croup) is characterized by inspiratory stridor and a harsh, barking cough due to upper airway inflammation and narrowing.

Question 3 of 5

A 6-month-old client is placed on strict bed rest following a hernia repair. Which toy is best suited to the client?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A colorful crib mobile is age-appropriate and safe for a 6-month-old on bed rest, providing visual stimulation.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is caring for a 28-year-old female with a long history of heroin addiction. The client tells the nurse that she started off using a small amount recreationally, but as time went on, she needed more and more heroin to feel a high. The nurse recognizes this as

Correct Answer: C

Rationale:
Tolerance is the need for increasing doses to achieve the same effect, as described in the client’s heroin use.

Question 5 of 5

A client with AIDS tells the nurse that he regularly takes echinacea to boost his immune system. The nurse should tell the client that:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Echinacea may interact with antiretroviral medications, potentially reducing their effectiveness.

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