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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who will begin a prolonged course of prednisone to treat a multiple sclerosis flare. What information should the nurse include in the education about this medication?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Prednisone can cause sodium retention, leading to fluid retention and hypertension.

Question 2 of 5

A client with a cold sore on the lip has been diagnosed with herpes simplex virus. Which neurological disorder may the client be at risk for in the future?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: HSV can cause Bell's palsy by leading to inflammation of the facial nerve.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is collecting a stool specimen from a client. What stool characteristic indicates to the nurse that the client may have an upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleed?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Black, tarry stool indicates digested blood from an upper GI bleed.

Question 4 of 5

A client with type 1 diabetes mellitus is admitted to the hospital with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse expect?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Positive urine ketones are expected in DKA due to fat breakdown and ketone production.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is discussing the importance of following a low-sodium diet with a client who has heart failure. Which of the following food items would be appropriate for this patient to choose?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Baked turkey breast and spinach salad with olive oil are low-sodium options suitable for heart failure patients.

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