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Question 1 of 5

A partner is concerned because the client frequently daydreams about moving to Arizona to get away from the pollution and crowding in southern California. The nurse explains that

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: such fantasies can gratify unconscious wishes or prepare for anticipated future events. Fantasy is imagined events (daydreaming) to express unconscious conflicts or gratify unconscious wishes.

Question 2 of 5

The charge nurse is planning hospital bed placements for the five male clients identified in the exhibit. Two double rooms and one private room are available. Which room assignments should be made by the charge nurse?

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Correct Answer: B

Rationale: B: Client C requires airborne precautions and a private room. A and D share the same organism and contact precautions. B and E require standard precautions and can share a room.

Question 3 of 5

The client with an infected leg wound receives treatment and a prescription for antibiotics during a clinic visit. Which information should the nurse emphasize when completing discharge teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: C: Chills and fever over 101°F indicate possible antibiotic failure, requiring prompt reporting. A: Tetanus shots are not repeated weekly. B: Dressings need frequent changes for infected wounds. D: Cold medicines are generally safe unless contraindicated.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is preparing to care for the client diagnosed with tuberculosis who has been coughing up blood. Which illustration best shows the PPE that the nurse should plan to wear?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: D: N95 respirator for airborne precautions and a face shield for blood exposure are appropriate. Other options lack adequate respiratory or splash protection.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is teaching the client to select foods rich in potassium to help prevent digitalis toxicity. Which choice indicates the client understands dietary needs?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: baked potato. A baked potato contains 610 milligrams of potassium.

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