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Question 1 of 5

What is the purpose of straining urine in a client with renal calculi?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Straining urine captures stones for analysis to determine composition.

Question 2 of 5

A client with cancer verbalizes that he is afraid he won't be able to cope with all the issues that will arise. The nurse can best support the coping behaviors of a client with cancer by:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Identifying available resources empowers the client to manage challenges, enhancing their coping ability and reducing fear.

Question 3 of 5

What is the purpose of straining urine in a client with renal calculi?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Straining urine captures stones for analysis to determine composition.

Question 4 of 5

At 8 a.m., the nurse reviews the amount of T-tube drainage for a client who underwent an open cholecystectomy yesterday. After reviewing the output record (see chart), the nurse should:

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Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The T-tube should drain approximately 300 to 500 mL in the fi rst 24 hours and after 3 to 4 days the amount should decrease to less than 200 mL in 24 hours. With the sudden decrease in drainage at 8 a.m., the nurse should immediately assess the tube for obstruction of flow that can be caused by kinks in the tube or the client lying on the tube. Drainage color must also be assessed for signs of bleeding. The tube should not be irrigated or clamped without an order.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse should teach the diabetic client that which of the following is the most common symptom of hypoglycemia?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Nervousness is a common symptom of hypoglycemia due to the body's stress response to low blood glucose levels.

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