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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following manifestations observed by the school nurse confirms the presence of pediculosis capitis in students?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Diagnosis of pediculosis capitis is made by observation of the white eggs (nits) firmly attached to the hair shafts. Treatment can include application of a medicated shampoo with lindane for children over 2 years of age, and meticulous combing and removal of all nits.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is admitting a client at 42 weeks gestation to the labor and delivery unit for induction of labor. What is a predictor of a successful induction?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A Bishop score of 10 indicates a favorable cervix (soft, dilated, effaced, anterior), predicting a higher likelihood of successful induction.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is screening clients with major depressive disorder for those at risk for suicide. The nurse should recognize the client at highest risk for suicide is the client with

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Recent unemployment and divorce are significant stressors that increase suicide risk, especially in a client with a chronic condition like Parkinson disease, which can exacerbate depressive symptoms.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is planning care for a client who has a hearing impairment. Which action will likely help the most with communication?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Speaking slowly and clearly enhances comprehension for hearing-impaired clients. Repeating, shouting, or gestures may confuse or overwhelm.

Question 5 of 5

The practical nurse collaborates with the registered nurse to perform an admission assessment on a client with Alzheimer disease. Which of the following techniques are appropriate when speaking with this client? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: C,D,E

Rationale: Reducing background noise (
C) minimizes distractions.
Touching the shoulder (
D) gains attention non-verbally. Using clear, simple sentences (E) accommodates cognitive impairments in Alzheimer disease.

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