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Question 1 of 5

A patient who has is hospitalized with hyperkalemia. Which information will the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of the acute glomerulonephritis prescribed calcium gluconate IV?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Cardiac rhythm is the most critical aspect to monitor after administering calcium gluconate for hyperkalemia. Hyperkalemia can cause life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias, and calcium gluconate stabilizes the cardiac membrane.

Question 2 of 5

A 42-year-old patient is newly diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The patient asks, 'Can this be cured?' Which of the following treatment goals are appropriate for a patient with IBD?

Correct Answer: B,C

Rationale: Controlling inflammation and correcting malnutrition are key goals in managing IBD symptoms and improving quality of life.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is planning care for a client who has atrial fibrillation and reports heart palpitations, lightheadedness, and shortness of breath. Which of the following procedures should the nurse anticipate for this client?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Synchronized electrical cardioversion is a common treatment for atrial fibrillation to restore normal rhythm, especially with significant symptoms.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is providing teaching on common symptoms of glomerulonephritis. What assessment findings are consistent with this diagnosis?

Correct Answer: A,B,C,E

Rationale: Proteinuria, hypertension, periorbital edema, and hematuria are hallmark symptoms of glomerulonephritis due to glomerular damage.

Question 5 of 5

Which clinical manifestation of inflammatory bowel disease is common to both patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn's disease?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Diarrhea is a common symptom in both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, often presenting with urgency and frequency.

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