NCLEX-RN
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Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to include in the teaching plan for a client who is taking phenelzine (Nardil)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phenelzine, an MAOI, requires avoiding tyramine-rich foods to prevent hypertensive crisis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin) to a client with heart failure. The client's apical pulse is 58 bpm. What should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Digoxin is typically withheld if the apical pulse is below 60 bpm in adults, as bradycardia may indicate toxicity. The physician should be notified for further evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement about automated external defibrillators is accurate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: AEDs are designed for use by laypersons with minimal training, making them accessible for public use in emergencies.
Question 4 of 5
Which type of anemia is diagnosed with a Schilling test?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Schilling test is used to determine the cause of vitamin B12 deficiency, a potential precursor to pernicious anemia. This test involves the use of a small oral dose of radioactive B12 and a large nonradioactive intramuscular dose. A 24-hour urine specimen is then collected to measure the amount of radioactivity in the urine, and thus radioactive B12. This test is not helpful in diagnosing aplastic, megaloblastic, or iron-deficiency anemia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is visiting a client who has been prescribed topical clotrimazole. The nurse should educate the client to the fact that this medication will alleviate which condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clotrimazole is a topical antifungal used in the treatment of cutaneous fungal infections and will alleviate an associated rash. The nurse teaches the client that it is used for this purpose. It is not used for pain, sneezing, or fever.