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A client states, 'I eat a well-balanced diet. I do not smoke. I exercise regularly, and I have a yearly checkup with my physician. What else can I do to help prevent cancer?' The nurse should respond with which of the following statements?

A. Sleep at least 6-8 hours a night B. Practice monthly self-breast examination C. Reduce stress D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All listed actions contribute to cancer prevention: adequate sleep supports immune function, self-breast exams aid early detection, and stress reduction enhances overall health. These complement the client's existing healthy habits.

Question 2 of 5

Which is the best way to position a client's neck for palpation of the thyroid?

A. flexed toward the side being examined B. hyperextended directly backward C. flexed away from the side being examined D. flexed directly forward

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Flexing the neck toward the side being examined relaxes the sternocleidomastoid muscle, making the thyroid gland more accessible for palpation.

Question 3 of 5

When teaching parents how their children learn sex role identification, the nurse should include which of the following statements?

A. Sex role identification begins in infancy B. Sex role identification begins in the preschool years C. Sex role identification begins during the school-age years D. Sex role identification begins during early adolescence

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Sex role identification starts in infancy as children begin to recognize body parts and gender differences, progressing through developmental stages.

Question 4 of 5

An LPN is talking with a client scheduled to undergo a vasectomy in the next few minutes. He states, 'I know I signed the form and all, but I'm not feeling so sure of this. It can be reversed pretty easily, right?' What is the LPN's best response?

A. Yes, vasectomies can be reversed, but I'm sure once you have it you won't regret it.' B. It's normal to feel a little nervous before a procedure like this one.' C. It sounds like you have a few more questions you'd like answered. Let me grab the doctor to answer them for you.' D. It sounds like you might be a little nervous. Don't worry, this is a pretty minor procedure, and the doctor doing it is the best we have. You're in great hands.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: This is the only option that validates the client's concerns and also respects his right to informed consent.

Question 5 of 5

A client being treated for sickle cell disease has an order for pain medication. Morphine was ordered, but the nurse is having difficulty deciphering the dose. The nurse should

A. ask the attending physician to come back to the unit and to help read what the order states regarding the correct medication, dose, route, and frequency B. call the charge nurse to reach out to the attending physician to verify the order including the correct medication, dose, route, and frequency C. call the attending physician to verbally verify the order including correct medication, dose, route, and frequency D. just go with his or her gut on what the typical dose is for this medication and administer to the client so they do not have to wait on the physician

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: It is the nurse's responsibility to fully comprehend an attending physician's order prior to carrying it out. This includes verifying any confusing or indiscernible directions/orders via calling or discussing in person with the attending physician.

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