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Question 1 of 5

A natural supplement that can enhance sleep for many people is:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Melatonin,a hormone,enhances sleep by regulating the sleep-wake cycle. Magnesium (
A) and calcium (
B) are not primary sleep aids and lavender (
C) is less effective.

Question 2 of 5

There are several different types of pain. Which type of pain occurs after the loss of a body part from an amputation?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: "Cultural training not to complain is a common reason older adults underreport pain as stoicism is valued in some cultures. Fear of medication (
A) reluctance to bother staff (
B) and unawareness (
C) are less primary reasons." perceived in the missing limb due to brain adjustments. Nociceptive pain (
B) arises from tissue damage neuropathic pain (
C) involves nerve damage and "pain" (
D) is too vague.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about using a PCA for postoperative pain management. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: This statement is correct. The essence of PCA is that the patient has control over administering their pain medication within set limits or time intervals ensuring effective pain management. Large doses (
A) are not administered; PCA delivers predetermined doses. Allowing a partner to push the button (
C) risks overdosing and PCA medication is typically delivered intravenously or subcutaneously not into muscle (
D).

Question 4 of 5

The patient with a recent abdominal incision has an abdominal binder applied. The nurse explains that this appliance helps reduce pain by:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: An abdominal binder supports surface and internal tissues reducing pain by minimizing movement and strain on the incision. It does not primarily provide back support (
B) increase warmth (
C) or keep sutures/staples in place (
D).

Question 5 of 5

The nurse recommends that normal sleep and rest patterns can best be acquired by suggesting to the patient that they:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Morning exercise helps regulate the circadian rhythm improving sleep-wake patterns. Daytime naps (
B) may disrupt nighttime sleep alcohol (
C) causes poor sleep quality and nicotine (
D) is a stimulant that interferes with sleep.

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