A student is assessing a postoperative patient who has developed pneumonia. The plan of care includes positioning the patient in the Fowlers or semi-Fowlers position. What is the rationale for this position?

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Question 1 of 5

A student is assessing a postoperative patient who has developed pneumonia. The plan of care includes positioning the patient in the Fowlers or semi-Fowlers position. What is the rationale for this position?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Fowler's position aids lung expansion, improving oxygenation in pneumonia.

Question 2 of 5

A patient at a community health center is discussing a planned exercise program. The patient is being treated for cardiovascular disease. What would the nurse recommend?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Cardiovascular patients need medical clearance before exercising.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse has instructed a clinic patient about collecting a specimen for a routine urinalysis. The patient makes the following statements. Which one indicates a need for more teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Toilet paper contaminates the specimen; this needs correction.

Question 4 of 5

A young woman comes to the Emergency Department with severe abdominal cramping and frequent bloody stools. Food poisoning is suspected. What diagnostic test would be used to confirm this diagnosis?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Stool testing identifies pathogens causing food poisoning.

Question 5 of 5

Who is responsible for the management of fires in the workplace?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Employees trained in fire safety can identify and use appropriate extinguishers effectively.

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