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Question 1 of 5

To prevent unnecessary hypoxia during suctioning of a tracheostomy, the nurse must

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Suctioning for more than 10 seconds can cause hypoxia, so it should be limited to 10 seconds at most.

Question 2 of 5

A client with type 2 diabetes mellitus is admitted for frequent hyperglycemic episodes and a glycosylated hemoglobin (A1C) of 10%. Insulin glargine 10 units subcutaneously once a day at bedtime and a sliding scale of insulin aspart every 6 hours are prescribed. What actions should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Effective diabetes management involves comprehensive care, including proper foot care, insulin administration technique, and maintaining carbohydrate consistency with meals. All of these interventions are critical in reducing hyperglycemic episodes and managing diabetes.

Question 3 of 5

A client with hyperthyroidism is admitted for total thyroidectomy. What is the nurse's priority post-operative intervention?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Calcium levels should be monitored closely as hypocalcemia is a common complication after thyroid surgery.

Question 4 of 5

Where should the nurse consider starting a screening program for hypothyroidism?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: An African-American senior citizens' center is a suitable location for screening, as older adults are at increased risk of hypothyroidism, and African-Americans are more likely to be underserved in healthcare.

Question 5 of 5

A client who had a vasectomy is in the post recovery unit at an outpatient clinic. Which of these points is most important to be reinforced by the nurse?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: It is important to use contraception until sperm is confirmed absent in the ejaculate.

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