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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following statements describes Piaget's stage of concrete operations?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Piaget's concrete operations stage (ages 7-11) involves logical, coherent thinking about concrete events, not abstract concepts. Perspective-taking improves but is secondary to logical thought.

Question 2 of 5

After the RN is finished the initial assessment of a newborn baby and after the initial bonding between the newborn and the mother has taken place in the delivery room, the RN will bring the newborn to the well-baby nursery. Before the newborn is taken from the delivery room and brought to the well-baby nursery, the RN makes sure that which of the following interventions was completed?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Tagging the mother and infant with identical bands ensures proper identification, preventing mix-ups and ensuring safety.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with a head injury who has an intracranial pressure monitor in place. Assessment reveals an ICP reading of 66. What is the nurse's best action?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: An ICP of 66 mmHg is dangerously high (normal <20 mmHg), requiring immediate physician notification for intervention. Recording only (
B), turning (
C), or supine positioning (
D) delays critical action.

Question 4 of 5

The physician has prescribed Oxycontin (oxycodone) for a client following an exploratory laparotomy. Which of the following is an adverse effect associated with the medication?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Oxycontin, an opioid, can cause nervousness or restlessness as a central nervous system side effect, alongside more common effects like sedation or respiratory depression. Pulmonary edema, increased blood pressure, and rapid pulse are not typical.

Question 5 of 5

A client with sickle cell disease is admitted in active labor. Which nursing intervention would be most helpful in preventing a sickling crisis?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: IV fluids at 200 mL/hr prevent dehydration, a trigger for sickling crises, by maintaining hydration and blood flow. BP monitoring (
A), pain medication (
B), and ABGs (
C) are supportive but less directly preventive.

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