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An infant who weighs 22 lb receives a prescription for amoxicillin 20 mg/kg/day PO in divided doses every 8 hours. The bottle is labeled, "Amoxicillin for Oral Suspension, USP 250 mg per 5 mL." How ma
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The nurse is providing education to a client who experiences recurrent levels of moderate anxiety to situations and perceived stress. In addition to information about prescribed medication and adminis
A. Find outlets for more social interaction.B. Think about reasons the episodes occur.C. Practice using muscle relaxation techniques.D. Center attention on positive upbeat music.
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An older client is being admitted to a rehabilitation unit from a medical-surgical unit following a left hip replacement. When reviewing the client's prescribed medications, which intervention should
A. Reconcile prescribed medication dosages with the pB. Compare admission prescriptions with the list of mC. Determine which medications may be given in generiD. Provide client teaching regarding the desired effe
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106 A client with a fracture of the right femur has had skeletal traction applied. Which intervention should the nurse include in the client's nursing care plan?
A. Assess the pin sites for signs of infection.B. Administer pain medication at designated intervalsC. Assess the pulses proximal to the fracture site.D. Remove traction every shift and provide skin care.
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A client reports to the clinic nurse of recently experiencing symptoms of frequent urination, hunger, and great thirst. What finding (s) would the nurse consider as most significant to report to the h
A. Serum potassium of 4.2 mEq/L. (4.2 mmol/L)B. Hemoglobin A1C 7%.C. Total cholesterol 180 mg/dL (4.7 mmol/L).D. Hematocrit 45% (0.45 volume fraction).
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After falling down the basement steps, a client is brought to the emergency department. X-ray results confirm that the client's right leg is fractured. Following application of a leg cast, which asses
A. Right foot pale with sluggish capillary refill.B. Circumferential edema of right foot.C. Reports throbbing right leg pain.D. Increased temperature to lower extremity.
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Patient Data Exhibits What order(s) should the nurse anticipate being prescribed after an update is reported to the healthcare providers? Select all that apply.
A. Increase IV fluids to 150 mL/hrB. Monitor for adverse reaction to antibioticsC. Repeat CD4+ T-cell count STATD. Initiate airborne isolation
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A client who is experiencing a severe level of anxiety reports a racing heartbeat, dizziness, and expresses a sense that something dreadful will happen. The nurse observes the client pacing and waving
A. Help the client identify thoughts that may be trigB. Explore past behaviors that have provided relief.C. Attempt to distract to another focus or activity.D. Speak calmly to the client stating assurance of sa
Hesi RN Exit Proctored Exam84
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has constipation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A. Promote active range-of-motion activities.B. Request that the provider prescribe a stool softenC. Avoid gas-producing foods.D. Add fluid and fiber to the diet.
Hesi RN Exit Proctored Exam85
The nurse wants to teach the client about the long-term phase symptoms of rape-trauma syndrome. What symptoms are consistent with long-term rape trauma? Select all that apply.
A. Social withdrawalB. Exaggerated startle responseC. Intrusive thoughtsD. Avoidance of places associated with the assault
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A client is admitted to the mental health unit and sits in the corner of the day room. When the nurse begins the admission assessment interview, the client is guarded, suspicious, and resists talking.
A. Ask another nurse to talk with the client.B. Document the client's paranoid behavior.C. Postpone the client interview until the next day.D. Attempt to ask the client simple questions.
Hesi RN Exit Proctored Exam87
A nurse is teaching a client how to self-administer daily low-dose heparin injections. Which of the following factors is most likely to increase the client's motivation to learn?
A. The nurse explaining the need for education to theB. The client's belief that his needs will be met thrC. The nurse's empathy about the client having to selD. The client seeking family approval by agreeing to
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The practical nurse (PN) believes that a prescription for a child is incorrect because the dosage prescribed is the usual adult dosage. Which action should the PN take?
A. Call the healthcare provider and clarify the prescB. Request verification of the prescription by the chC. Tell the pharmacy to send an accurate child's dosaD. Ask another nurse if adult dosages are ever given
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A nurse is planning care for a 10-year-old child who will be hospitalized for an extended period of time. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care to meet the client
A. Discourage visits from the client's friends.B. Provide a daily session with a play therapist.C. Vary the child's schedule each day.D. Encourage the client to complete school work.
Hesi RN Exit Proctored Exam90
A nurse is assisting with a routine physical examination of an adolescent. The provider observes a lateral curvature of the spine. The nurse should expect the provider to document which of the followi
A. ScoliosisB. LordosisC. TorticollisD. Kyphosis
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A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who is resistant to taking medication. Which of the following strategies should the nurse use to elicit the child's cooperation?
A. Tell the child he will have to have a shot insteadB. Hide the medication in a large dish of ice cream.C. Tell the child it is candy.D. Offer the child a choice of taking the medication
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The client is a 49-year old who reports flu-like symptoms including fever and chest congestion for 4 days. He came to the emergency department (ED last night when he was having more difficulty breathi
A. ChestyB. Start oxygen 3 L via nasal cannulaC. Acetaminophen 350 mg PO q4h for temperature greateD. Normal saline 150 mi/hour
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The client is a 49-year old who reports flu-like symptoms including fever and chest congestion for 4 days. He came to the emergency department (ED last night when he was having more difficulty breathi
A. ChestyB. Start oxygen 3 L via nasal cannulaC. Acetaminophen 350 mg PO q4h for temperature greateD. Normal saline 150 mi/hour
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The nurse is teaching an older client about the prevention of osteoporosis. Which foods should the nurse recommend to the client to increase in the diet?
A. Low-fat dairy products.B. Fresh fruits and vegetables.C. Iron-rich meals.D. Water and herbal teas.
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A client with arthritis has been receiving treatment with naproxen and now reports ongoing stomach pain, increasing weakness, and fatigue. Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor?
A. OsmolalityB. Serum calciumC. Erythrocyte sedimentation rateD. Hemoglobin
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Exhibits Click to select the 5 most important nursing interventions for postoperative client care.
A. Encourage sitting up and ambulationB. Monitor for bleeding once dailyC. Use incentive spirometer every 1 hourD. Promote adequate hydration
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A client with unilateral hearing loss is admitted for a scheduled surgery. Which technique should the nurse use to provide education about pain relief options?
A. Talk loudly into the affected ear.B. Repeat information to the client.C. Speak directly facing the client.D. Write information on a whiteboard.
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The nurse has completed the diet teaching of a client who is being discharged following treatment of a leg wound. A high protein diet is encouraged to promote wound healing. Which lunch choice by the
A. A peanut butter sandwich with soda and cookies.B. A salad with three kinds of lettuce and fruit.C. A tuna fish sandwich with chips and ice cream. D.
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A client receives a prescription for acetaminophen 1,000 mg PO every 8 hours PRN for pain. The bottle is labeled "Acetaminophen for Oral Suspension, USP 500 mg per 15 mL." How many tablespoons should
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The nurse is providing teaching to a client admitted with a blood glucose level of 580 mg/dL (32.2 mmol/L) about preventing complications related to diabetes mellitus. Which statement by the client in
A. Do not take diabetes medication when feeling sick.B. Have some form of rapid acting glucose easily acceC. Obtain an A1C blood test every year to monitor gluD. Using salt, herbs, and spices will improve the fla
Hesi RN Exit Proctored Exam