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Question 1 of 5

The charge nurse is making assignments. Which client should be assigned to the new graduate nurse?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Aseptic meningitis with headache and photophobia (
A) is a stable condition suitable for a new graduate, requiring basic symptom management. Parkinson’s with a fall (
B) needs fall risk assessment, CVA with high BP (
C) requires experienced intervention, and brain tumor with visual changes (
D) suggests progression needing expertise.

Question 2 of 5

Which activity should the nurse encourage for a client with early Parkinson's disease to improve mobility?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Stretching and balance exercises improve mobility and reduce fall risk in early Parkinson's disease.

Question 3 of 5

For a client with Guillain-Barré syndrome, which complication should the nurse monitor most closely?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Deep vein thrombosis is a significant risk in Guillain-Barré syndrome due to immobility from muscle weakness.

Question 4 of 5

The male client is admitted to the emergency department following a motorcycle accident. The client was not wearing a helmet and struck his head on the pavement. The nurse identifies the concept as impaired intracranial regulation. Which interventions should the emergency department nurse implement in the first five (5) minutes? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,D,E

Rationale: Stabilizing the cervical spine (
A) prevents spinal injury, Glasgow Coma Scale (
D) assesses neurological status, and IV access (E) prepares for interventions. Organ procurement (
B) is premature, high HOB (
C) risks perfusion, and checking for blood acceptance (F) is secondary.

Question 5 of 5

The client is in the terminal stage of ALS. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: In terminal ALS, passive ROM every 2 hours (
A) prevents contractures and maintains comfort. Negative nitrogen balance (
B) is undesirable, low-protein diets (
C) are not indicated, and coughing/deep breathing (
D) may be infeasible.

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