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Question 1 of 5

Which type of laxative agent is usually the safest for most people?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Bulk laxatives (
A), like fiber, are safest, promoting natural bowel movements with minimal side effects. Other types (B, C,
D) may cause dependency or electrolyte imbalances.

Question 2 of 5

A newborn with narcotic abstinence syndrome is admitted to the nursery. Nursing care of the newborn should include:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Swaddling helps reduce irritability and overstimulation in newborns with narcotic abstinence syndrome.

Question 3 of 5

A client has an open draining wound infected with MRSA and is on contact precautions. If the nurse is entering the room to care for the client, when are gloving and gowning necessary?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Contact precautions for MRSA require gloving and gowning upon entering the room (
C) for any patient or environmental contact to prevent transmission. Limited contact (A,
B) or uncontained drainage (
D) does not override the need for full precautions.

Question 4 of 5

A child weighing 20 kg is to receive 45 mg/kg of amoxicillin per day in a divided dose every 12 hours. The oral suspension contains 250 mg/5 mL. How many milliliters should the child receive in each dose? Record your answer using a whole number.

Correct Answer: 9

Rationale: Daily dose = 45 mg/kg X 20 kg = 900 mg/day. Divided every 12 hours = 450 mg/dose. Suspension is 250 mg/5 mL, so 450 mg X (5 mL/250 mg) = 9 mL/dose.

Question 5 of 5

A 56-year-old male with a long history of alcohol abuse is brought to the detox center per terms of his probation. He had his last drink 6 hours ago and seems confused and agitated. The nurse expects the physician to order

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Chlordiazepoxide (Librium), a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms like confusion and agitation, preventing seizures.

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