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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has sickle cell anemia. The client asks,Why do I feel so tired and fatigued all of the time? Which of the following information should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Sickle cell anemia causes hemolysis reducing red blood cells and leading to fatigue from decreased oxygen delivery.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is educating a 28-year-old female client about the impacts of hypothyroidism on overall health. Which of the following statements would the nurse include in the teaching?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Hypothyroidism during pregnancy can impair fetal neurodevelopment making this a critical teaching point.

Question 3 of 5

What is the definition of substance misuse?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Substance misuse involves harmful use of psychoactive substances impacting health or safety.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following factors may contribute to an increased risk of suicide?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Trauma or abuse history increases suicide risk by contributing to psychological distress and hopelessness.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a newly admitted adolescent client. When asked to describe their social support system,the client responds My mom died last year, and I have been in foster care ever since. I don't have many friends. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Grief support groups provide peer support aiding coping and social connection for the client’s loss.

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