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Question 1 of 5

Which diet is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A diet high in fat and refined carbohydrates increases the risk of colorectal cancer due to prolonged intestinal transit time and exposure to carcinogenic metabolites.

Question 2 of 5

A client is transferred to the intensive care unit following a conornary artery bypass graft. Which one of the post-surgical assessments should be reported to the physician?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A central venous pressure of 15 mmHâ‚‚O is elevated, indicating potential fluid overload or cardiac issues, requiring reporting.

Question 3 of 5

The client delivered a 9-pound infant two days ago. An effective means of managing discomfort from an episiotomy is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Sitz baths relieve episiotomy pain by promoting circulation and healing.

Question 4 of 5

Prior to drawing blood for blood gas analysis, the nurse conducts the modified Allen test to ensure there is adequate collateral circulation. The nurse asks the client to extend the wrist over a rolled towel and make a fist. Place the following steps (Roman numerals) in order from first to last.

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Ask the client to open and close the hand until the skin blanches.
Palpate the ulnar and radial pulses and apply pressure to both arteries.
Observe the hand for color.
Release the ulnar artery while maintaining pressure on the radial artery.

Correct Answer: A,B,D,C

Rationale: Modified Allen test sequence: Blanch hand (I), compress arteries (II), release ulnar artery (IV), observe color return (III) to confirm collateral circulation.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a female client following the removal of the parathyroid glands. The client complains of a 'pins and needles' sensation and difficulty swallowing lunch. The nurse would expect which laboratory value to be abnormal?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Parathyroidectomy can cause hypocalcemia, leading to paresthesia ('pins and needles') and dysphagia due to muscle dysfunction.

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