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Question 1 of 5

A female client is admitted with a tentative diagnosis of Guillain-Barre syndrome. Which finding is most important for the nurse to report to the healthcare provider?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: In Guillain-Barre syndrome, decreased deep tendon reflexes are a critical finding that may indicate impending respiratory failure. This is due to the involvement of the peripheral nervous system affecting the muscles, including those involved in breathing. Reporting decreased deep tendon reflexes promptly is essential to prevent respiratory compromise. Facial weakness, difficulty speaking, and inability to move the eyes are common manifestations of Guillain-Barre syndrome but are not as immediately concerning as respiratory distress and impending respiratory failure.

Question 2 of 5

During a follow-up visit, a client with diabetes reports difficulty maintaining a healthy diet. What should the nurse do first?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Exploring the client's dietary habits and challenges helps the nurse understand the barriers to maintaining a healthy diet and tailor the intervention accordingly.

Question 3 of 5

A public health nurse is evaluating a program designed to reduce the incidence of diabetes in the community. Which outcome indicates that the program is successful?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A reduction in diabetes-related complications indicates that individuals are effectively managing their condition and the program is successful.

Question 4 of 5

A community health nurse is helping a group of nursing students plan a tertiary prevention program for a local community clinic that serves a majority Hispanic population. Which service project meets the requirement of a tertiary prevention program and would best serve this population?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Tertiary prevention focuses on managing and improving health outcomes for existing conditions, such as diabetes.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client with a new colostomy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Changing the colostomy bag every week is not sufficient; it should be changed more frequently to prevent leakage and skin irritation.

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The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client with a new colostomy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
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During a home health visit the nurse notices that an older male client with type 2 diabetes mellitus is wearing loose cloth slippers. The client reports that he cannot comfortably wear other shoes because his toenails get in the way. The nurse inspects the clients feet and finds long thick nails that curl down under some of the toes. Which action should the nurse take?
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