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A client taking prednisone to prevent transplant rejection needs which instruction most?

A. Stop only if sick B. Avoid large crowds C. Check OTC meds for acetaminophen D. Higher cancer risk

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Prednisone increases infection risk; avoiding crowds (B) is critical.

A client with ischemic stroke received rtPA. Which meds are avoided for 24 hr?EXCEPT (SATA)

A. Sodium nitroprusside B. Enoxaparin C. Warfarin D. Labetalol

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Anticoagulants (B, C) and antiplatelets (E) increase bleeding risk post-tPA.

A nurse in NICU gets furosemide 2 mg/kg PO for a 2.5 kg neonate (10 mg/mL). Dose in mL?

A. 1.1 B. 0.5 C. 2 D. 1

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: 2 mg/kg × 2.5 kg = 5 mg. 5 mg / 10 mg/mL = 0.5 mL (B).

For right homonymous hemianopia, what’s an important nursing activity?

A. Approach from right B. Maximize auditory stimulation C. Place objects in left field D. Minimize visual stimulation

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Left field placement (C) aids visibility.

Findings indicating hemorrhagic vs ischemic stroke? (SATA)

A. Seizures B. History of TIAs C. Absence of deepening lethargy D.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Seizures (A) suggest hemorrhagic stroke.

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