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Question 1 of 5

The client is immediate postprocedure endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatogram (ERCP). Which intervention should the nurse implement?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: ERCP involves throat anesthesia; assessing the gag reflex ensures safe swallowing post-procedure. Rectal bleeding, fluids, and supine positioning are irrelevant.

Question 2 of 5

Before administering this medication, what is essential for the nurse to ask the client?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Propylthiouracil is contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential teratogenic effects.

Question 3 of 5

The charge nurse is making client assignments in the intensive care unit. Which client should be assigned to the most experienced nurse?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: DKA with PVCs indicates cardiac instability, requiring an experienced nurse for complex monitoring and intervention. High glucose, hypoglycemia, and normal osmolarity are less critical.

Question 4 of 5

During the physical assessment of this client, which finding the nurse's blood, the observer?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Acromegaly, caused by excess growth hormone, leads to enlarged hands due to soft tissue and bone overgrowth.

Question 5 of 5

Which sign/symptom should the nurse expect in the client diagnosed with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: SIADH causes excessive ADH, leading to water retention, hyponatremia, and concentrated urine output due to reduced urine volume. Excessive thirst is typical of diabetes insipidus, orthopnea relates to heart failure, and ascites is linked to liver disease.

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