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Question 1 of 5

The new nurse is working with the cognitively impaired client who has a history of violent behavior. Which statement made by the new nurse reflects an immediate need for follow-up by the mentor?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Talking during aggression (
C) adds stimuli and requires mentor follow-up. Safety focus (
A) reducing stimuli (
B) and consistent staff (
D) are appropriate.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse correctly informs the caller that most people have which physical signs after recent marijuana use? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B,C,D

Rationale: Recent marijuana use commonly causes inflamed (red) eyes due to vasodilation, rapid pulse from cardiovascular stimulation, and restlessness from its psychoactive effects.

Question 3 of 5

The 19-year-old is given a court order to enter treatment for cocaine abuse. The client threatens to leave the treatment facility AMA. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates an accurate understanding of the client’s options?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Court-ordered clients cannot leave voluntarily (
D). Age (
A) is irrelevant seclusion (
B) is illegal informing court (
C) doesn’t allow leaving.

Question 4 of 5

The client who recently emigrated from Iran is on the mental health unit and has been placed in seclusion. The nurse assesses that the client is now calm and ready to be assimilated back into the mental health milieu. Which action by the nurse demonstrates cultural insensitivity?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A thumbs-up (
A) is offensive in Iranian culture akin to a vulgar gesture. Avoiding clocks (
B) offering tea (
C) and providing the Quran (
D) are culturally appropriate.

Question 5 of 5

Which initial reaction would the nurse expect if the client is typical of others who just received news of this diagnosis?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Shock is the most common initial reaction to an HIV diagnosis, as it reflects the overwhelming and unexpected nature of the news.

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