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Question 1 of 5

A client is scheduled for a spiral computed topography (CT) scan with contrast to evaluate for pulmonary embolism. Which information in the client’s history requires follow-up by the nurse?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Metformin risks lactic acidosis with contrast dye due to renal effects. Follow-up (
B) ensures temporary discontinuation. Prior CT (
A), prosthesis (
C), and sobriety (
D) are less critical.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse administers risedronate to a client with osteoporosis at 07:00. The client asks for a glass of milk to drink with the medication. Which action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Risedronate requires an empty stomach and plain water (
D) for absorption. Milk (
B) contains calcium, reducing efficacy. Delaying for food (A,
C) is unnecessary.

Question 3 of 5

A client with muscle spasticity receives a prescription for baclofen. Which information provided by the client requires additional instruction by the nurse?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Baclofen manages chronic spasticity; discontinuing when spasms cease (
C) risks withdrawal and recurrence, needing teaching. Stool softeners (
A), alcohol avoidance (
B), and meal timing (
D) are correct.

Question 4 of 5

A client with psychosis who is receiving an antipsychotic medication is continuously rubbing the back of the neck. Which nursing intervention is best for the nurse to implement?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Neck rubbing suggests acute dystonia, an antipsychotic side effect. Benztropine (
C), an anticholinergic, relieves dystonia. Pillows (
A), heating pads (
B), and therapy (
D) don’t address the cause.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is providing instructions about a client’s new medication. How should the nurse explain the purpose of probenecid, a uricosuric drug?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Probenecid promotes uric acid excretion (
C), treating gout/hyperuricemia. It doesn’t reduce urination pain (
A), strengthen urinary system (
B), or directly prevent kidney stones (
D).

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