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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has peptic ulcer disease. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following findings as an indication of gastrointestinal perforation?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Sudden abdominal pain, especially in the upper abdomen, can be a sign of gastrointestinal perforation, often severe and accompanied by signs of peritonitis.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Which of the following complications is the priority for the nurse to monitor?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Hemorrhage is a significant risk after TURP and can be life-threatening. It is considered a priority because active bleeding can lead to shock and requires immediate intervention.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has peptic ulcer disease. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following findings as an indication of gastrointestinal perforation?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Sudden abdominal pain, especially in the upper abdomen, can be a sign of gastrointestinal perforation, often severe and accompanied by signs of peritonitis.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is discussing laboratory values associated with the renal system with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the renal system?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A GFR below 60 mL/min/1.73 m for three months or more is a criterion for diagnosing chronic kidney disease.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has Addison's disease and is at risk for Addisonian crisis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Clients with Addison's disease require corticosteroids to replace the hormones that their adrenal glands are not producing.

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