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Question 1 of 5

A 79-year-old client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of pneumococcal pneumonia. The client has dyspnea. The client's temperature is 102°F, respirations are 36, and pulse is 92. Bed rest is ordered for this client primarily to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Bed rest reduces metabolic and oxygen demands in a client with pneumonia and dyspnea, aiding recovery.

Question 2 of 5

You're teaching a group of long-term care health givers about the signs and symptoms of tuberculosis. What signs and symptoms will you include in your education?

Correct Answer: B,D,E,F,G

Rationale: Tuberculosis symptoms include night sweats , hemoptysis , chills , fever , and chest pain (G). A cough typically lasts 3 weeks or more, not necessarily 6 weeks (not
A). Weight loss, not weight gain , is common.

Question 3 of 5

A 79-year-old client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of pneumococcal pneumonia. The client has dyspnea. The client's temperature is 102°F, respirations are 36, and pulse is 92. Bed rest is ordered for this client primarily to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Bed rest reduces metabolic and oxygen demands in a client with pneumonia and dyspnea, aiding recovery.

Question 4 of 5

Which statement indicates the client diagnosed with asthma needs more teaching concerning the medication regimen?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Daily oral glucocorticoids (
C) are not typically used for asthma maintenance due to significant side effects; they are reserved for severe exacerbations or specific cases. Inhaled corticosteroids or leukotriene modifiers (like Singulair,
A) are preferred for long-term control. Using cromolyn before exercise (
B) is correct to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm. Albuterol for acute attacks (
D) is appropriate as a rescue inhaler.

Question 5 of 5

A client is admitted with a diagnosis of cancer of the larynx. Which statement made by the client is most likely related to the cause of his illness?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Cigarette smoking is the greatest risk factor for laryngeal cancer due to chronic exposure to carcinogens.

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