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Question 1 of 5

When a couple experiencing infertility presents for a fertility workup, which of the following procedures should the nurse prepare the couple to have first?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Because semen analysis is the least invasive of the tests listed and because in 35% of the cases the infertility is related to a male factor, semen analysis should be one of the first diagnostic tests performed. Hysterosalpingography fills the uterus and fallopian tubes with a radiopaque substance that can be seen with an X ray. It demonstrates tubal patency or any distortion of the uterine cavity. Endometrial biopsy provides information about the effects of progesterone after ovulation and the endometrial receptivity. Transvaginal ultrasound is mostly used in the treatment of infertility. For diagnosis it allows the endocrinologist to evaluate the developing follicle, assess oocyte maturity, and diagnose luteal phase defects. All the tests listed in

Choices 1, 3, and 4 are more invasive, require greater expertise to evaluate and treat, and are more costly. If the semen analysis is normal, the couple can expect to progress through these tests as well.

Question 2 of 5

A patient is currently having a petit mal seizure in the clinic on the floor. Which of the following criteria has the highest priority in this situation?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Patient safety should be the top concern about this patient.

Question 3 of 5

All of the following are clinical manifestations indicating male climacteric except:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The likelihood of fathering children does decrease with aging and decreased testosterone production, but men do not lose their ability to reproduce during the climacteric. Many men do not experience any physical symptoms of climacteric but some men do report hot flashes, headaches, and heart palpitations, among other symptoms.

Question 4 of 5

When a client with a major burn experiences body image disturbance, which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention classification?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Grief work facilitation helps address body image disturbance in burn clients by supporting grief resolution related to altered appearance.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse reviewed the arterial blood gas reading of a 25 year-old male. The nurse should be able to conclude the patient is experiencing which of the following conditions?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Respiratory alkalosis is indicated by elevated pH and low carbon dioxide levels, with no compensation noted.

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