The experienced LPN/LVN reports that a client's blood pressure and heart rate have decreased and that when the face is assessed, one side twitches. What action should you take at this time?

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The experienced LPN/LVN reports that a client's blood pressure and heart rate have decreased and that when the face is assessed, one side twitches. What action should you take at this time?

A. Reassess the client’s blood pressure and heart rate B. Review the client's morning calcium level C. Request a neurologic consult today D. Check the client's pupillary reaction to light

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

What is a long and healthy life dependent upon?

A. A diet high in animal fat, cholesterol, and calories B. Early retirement from work C. Vigorous physical activity once a week D. Interest in life

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

For Mrs. Allen's weight reduction program to be successful, what should the nurse explain?

A. An anorexiant should be used 4-6 weeks at the beginning B. An intestinal bypass is recommended if rapid weight loss is not achieved C. Personal eating habits must be assessed objectively D. Complete fasting for a week is necessary

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

Who should ideally do discharge planning?

A. Practical nurse B. Professional nurse and the patient C. Patient and his family D. Public health nurse

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

Mr. and Mrs. Smith took part in a community health screening. What does a positive reaction to the standard intermediate strength PPD mean?

A. Have active tuberculosis B. Are “carriers” of tuberculosis C. Have already transmitted tuberculosis to their children D. Have been exposed to active tuberculosis

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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