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Question 1 of 5

A male patient is being treated with testosterone gel for hypogonadism. What important instruction should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Testosterone gel should be applied to the chest or upper arms and allowed to dry completely before dressing to avoid transfer to others.

Question 2 of 5

A 5-month-old child is admitted to the hospital with recurring respiratory infections. A possible cause of this condition is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Immune insufficiency is a possible cause of recurring respiratory infections in a 5-month-old child.

Question 3 of 5

A 74-year-old woman states that many of her peers underwent hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in years past. The woman asks the nurse why her primary care provider has not yet proposed this treatment for her. What fact should underlie the nurse's response to the woman?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because the main reason HRT is not recommended for all women is due to the increased risks of stroke and breast cancer associated with its use. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not address the primary concerns regarding HRT use. HRT can indeed cause mood disturbances and may have effects on bone health, but the main concerns regarding its use revolve around the risks of stroke and breast cancer.

Question 4 of 5

A patient is starting on alendronate (Fosamax) for osteoporosis. What specific instructions should the nurse provide to ensure proper administration?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Alendronate should be taken with a full glass of water, and patients should remain upright for at least 30 minutes to prevent esophageal irritation and ensure proper absorption.

Question 5 of 5

A toddler is displaying signs/symptoms of weakness and muscle atrophy. The pediatric neurologist suspects it may be a lower motor neuron disease called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The client's family asks how he got this. The nurse will respond:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is an inherited disorder, often autosomal recessive, that affects lower motor neurons.

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