Questions 6

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RN Physiological Integrity Reduction of Risk Potential Questions

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Question 1 of 5

A nurse in intensive coronary care is caring for a client with an endotracheal tube who underwent coronary bypass surgery. The client awakens and attempts to communicate. Which nursing interventions should the nurse perform? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B

Rationale: A communication board (
A) and yes/no questions (
B) facilitate communication for a client with an endotracheal tube. Open-ended questions (
C) are difficult, and an electrolarynx (
D) is for laryngeal issues.

Question 2 of 5

A college student presents at the emergency department after being thrown off a horse. Head injury with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) is suspected. The nurse understands that late signs of increased ICP include which manifestations? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,E,F

Rationale: Late signs of increased ICP include seizures (
A), severe headache (E), and nausea/vomiting (F) due to brain compression. Irritability, restlessness, and disorientation are earlier signs.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse in intensive coronary care is caring for a client with an endotracheal tube who underwent coronary bypass surgery. The client awakens and attempts to communicate. Which nursing interventions should the nurse perform? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B

Rationale: A communication board (
A) and yes/no questions (
B) facilitate communication for a client with an endotracheal tube. Open-ended questions (
C) are difficult, and an electrolarynx (
D) is for laryngeal issues.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is following the progress of a client being treated for hypothyroidism. Which findings indicate the client is experiencing side effects of the thyroid replacement therapy? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,D

Rationale: Excessive sweating (
A) and leg cramps (
D) suggest hyperthyroidism from overmedication. Constipation (
B) and cold intolerance (
C) indicate under-treatment.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is teaching a newly admitted client about fall prevention. The nurse understands that which of the following interventions can help prevent client falls? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B,E

Rationale: Keeping articles within reach (
A), explaining the call light (
B), and reminding to call for assistance (E) reduce fall risk. All side rails up (
C) can increase risk, and dim lights (
D) impair visibility.

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