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Question 1 of 5

The charge nurse is planning assignments on a medical unit. Which client should be assigned to the practical nurse (PN)?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The PN is a licensed provider and can perform this complex task. Irrigating and redressing a leg wound requires clinical skills appropriate for a PN, whereas the other tasks are either simpler or require an RN.

Question 2 of 5

Serum Vancomycin levels are taken to measure which of the following?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Vancomycin levels are monitored to ensure therapeutic effects by peak level.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is evaluating the performance of the UAP. The nurse should provide feedback to the UAP about which unsafe action?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Grasping the cord to unplug the pump can damage the cord, increasing the risk of electrical shock, requiring feedback to the UAP.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is assessing a client who states her last menstrual period was March 16, and she has missed one period. She reports episodes of nausea and vomiting. Pregnancy is confirmed by a urine test. What will the nurse calculate as the estimated date of delivery (EDD)?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: December 23. Naegele's rule states: Add 7 days and subtract 3 months from the first day of the last regular menstrual period to calculate the estimated date of delivery.

Question 5 of 5

A client has a nasogastric tube after colon surgery. Which one of these tasks can be safely delegated to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Skin care around a nasogastric tube is a routine task that is appropriate for UAPs. The other tasks involve assessment or advanced skills that require a licensed nurse.

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