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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for hydrocortisone cream. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A. Apply the cream to wet skin.B. Cover the area with an occlusive dressing.C. Use the cream for up to 2 months.D. Expect immediate relief after application.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: An occlusive dressing enhances hydrocortisone absorption for better efficacy.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is planning to obtain a 12-lead ECG for a client who has a history of cardiac dysrhythmias. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A. Assist the client to the orthopneic position.B. Instruct the client to remain as still as possible during the recording.C. Attach a blood pressure cuff to the client's upper arm.D. Tell the client to expect a mild stinging sensation during the test.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Remaining still ensures accurate ECG recordings, avoiding motion artifacts.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is preparing to complete a sterile dressing change for a client's wound. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A. Open the outermost flap of the sterile kit away from the nurse's body.B. Open the flap on the sterile kit nearest to the nurse and place the flap on the work surface.C. Open the side flap of the sterile kit, allowing it to lie flat on the work surface.D. Apply sterile gloves.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Opening the outermost flap first prevents contamination of the sterile field by keeping hands away from the contents.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report on four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?

A. A client who had a renal biopsy 3 hr ago and has pink-tinged urineB. A client who has a femur fracture and reports numbness of the toesC. A client who has cirrhosis and severe pruritusD. A client who had a laparoscopic appendectomy 8 hr ago and is awaiting discharge

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Numbness in a femur fracture suggests neurovascular issues, requiring urgent assessment.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching about preventing dental caries with the parent of a 12-month-old toddler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?

A. Floss between your child's teeth before brushing.B. Position the bristles of your child's toothbrush against the teeth at a 90-degree angle.C. Clean the teeth with a small, soft-bristled toothbrush.D. Use a 5-inch strip of toothpaste on the toothbrush.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A small, soft-bristled toothbrush is gentle and effective for a toddler's teeth, preventing caries without causing discomfort.

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