One of the following is microcytic hypochromic anemia:

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One of the following is microcytic hypochromic anemia:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Iron deficiency anemia is the most common cause of microcytic hypochromic anemia, characterized by small, pale red blood cells due to insufficient hemoglobin production.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with type I diabetes mellitus who exhibits confusion, light-headedness, and aberrant behavior. The client is still conscious. The nurse should first administer:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: In this scenario where the client with type I diabetes mellitus is exhibiting confusion, light-headedness, and aberrant behavior, indicating hypoglycemia, the first-line treatment would be administering I.M. or subcutaneous glucagon. Glucagon helps to rapidly increase blood sugar levels by stimulating the liver to release stored glucose. This is crucial in situations where the client is conscious but unable to take oral carbohydrates, such as in cases of severe hypoglycemia with altered mental status. Administration of glucagon helps to quickly raise blood sugar levels and prevent further deterioration in the client's condition. Options B, C, and D are not the initial interventions in this situation and may not be as effective in rapidly correcting hypoglycemia in a client who is exhibiting signs of confusion and aberrant behavior.

Question 3 of 5

A 3-month-old, former 29-week-premature infant has been scheduled for repair of bilateral inguinal hernias. The infant had received mechanical ventilation for the first 6 days of life and had apnea of prematurity that resolved 5 weeks ago. The infant is feeding well and gaining weight and has no requirement for supplemental oxygen. The hematocrit is 28. The HMO clerk approves the surgery on an outpatient basis. All of the following are true EXCEPT

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Even after spinal anesthesia, premature infants are at risk for apnea and require monitoring, making outpatient discharge unsafe.

Question 4 of 5

Night terrors are associated with

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Night terrors typically occur during non-REM sleep and are more common in young children. They may be associated with sleepwalking (somnambulism) and usually begin in early childhood.

Question 5 of 5

Which is recommended as helpful in minimizing allergy to house dust mites?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Keeping humidity below 50% reduces dust mite populations, as they thrive in humid environments.

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