NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Medical Surgical Questions and Answers Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client has had hoarseness for more than 2 weeks. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Persistent hoarseness may indicate laryngeal pathology, including cancer; assessing for dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) helps evaluate severity and urgency. Antibiotics are inappropriate without a bacterial diagnosis. Gargling or analgesics may mask symptoms without addressing the cause.
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Question 5 of 5
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