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Question 1 of 5

Administer heparin 1000 units per hour IV. The pharmacy supplies the heparin infusion as 25.000 units in 500 mL DSW. What will the IV pump be set to? (Include unit of measure with answer).

Correct Answer: 20

Rationale:
To calculate the IV pump rate, first determine the number of units needed per mL: 25,000 units / 500 mL = 50 units per mL.
Then, divide the prescribed rate of 1000 units per hour by the units per mL to get the pump setting: 1000 units / 50 units per mL = 20 mL per hour.
Therefore, the correct answer is 20 mL/hour.
Incorrect choices:
A: Incorrect, doesn't follow the correct calculation method.
B: Incorrect, doesn't consider the units per mL.
C: Incorrect, doesn't involve the prescribed rate.
D: Incorrect, doesn't calculate the infusion rate.
E: Incorrect, lacks the necessary calculation steps.
F: Incorrect, doesn't relate to the given information.
G: Incorrect, doesn't follow the correct calculation process.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is planning care for a client who has hyperthyroidism and is receiving radioactive iodine (radioiodine). Which of the following statements by the nurse regarding special precautions is appropriate?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale:
Rationale:
Choice A is correct because radioiodine is excreted through bodily fluids including urine. Using a separate bathroom prevents exposure to others.
Choice B is incorrect as hospitalization isn't always required.
Choice C is irrelevant to radioiodine therapy.
Choice D is incorrect as immunizations are not directly related to radioiodine precautions.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is teaching a client about cellular hypertrophy. Which statement should be included in the teaching?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because cellular hypertrophy refers to the increase in the size of cells leading to the enlargement of an organ or tissue. This is a normal physiological response to increased demand or stress.
Choice A is incorrect as uncontrolled proliferative cell growth leading to cancer is known as neoplasia, not hypertrophy.
Choice C is incorrect as wasting away of tissue is termed as atrophy, not hypertrophy.
Choice D is incorrect as abnormal cell growth or development is more indicative of dysplasia or metaplasia, not hypertrophy.

Question 4 of 5

What treatment is commonly used for aggressive behavior disorder?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT is effective for aggressive behavior disorder as it helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to aggression. It teaches coping skills and problem-solving techniques to manage anger and impulses. Hypnosis (
A) is not typically used for aggressive behavior. Medication (
C) may be prescribed in some cases, but it is often used in conjunction with therapy. Physical restraint (
D) is a last resort and not a primary treatment for aggressive behavior.

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: The correct answer is B. The nurse should explain how grief support groups could increase coping and social support. Grief support groups provide a safe space for individuals to share their experiences, receive empathy, and learn coping strategies. This is particularly important for the adolescent client who has experienced significant loss and lacks a strong social support system. By participating in a grief support group, the client can connect with others who have had similar experiences, feel understood, and build new supportive relationships. This intervention addresses the client's need for social support and coping mechanisms.



Choices A, C, and D are incorrect. A: Being in foster care may provide some support, but it does not address the client's specific need for coping with grief and building a social support system. C: Encouraging the client to ask for medication is not appropriate without first exploring non-pharmacological interventions. D: Suggesting the internet as a source for finding friends does not address the client's need for emotional support and may not

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