The nurse assesses a client who had a total colectomy 2 weeks ago. The client appears to be confident in the management of the new colostomy, but is having problems managing the odor. What instructions should the RN provide the client to help decrease odor in the colostomy bag? A Chew mint flavored gum. B […]

A client receives a prescription for psyllium for constipation. What instruction should the nurse provide the client about taking this supplement? A Take supplement with hot beverages to help dissolve the powder completely. B Take medication in the evening before bedtime to reduce fullness. O C Mix supplement with pudding or applesauce to help hide […]

The nurse is teaching a pregnant client about her dietary needs. What amount of protein in grams/day should the nurse instruct the client to add to her daily diet? A Dividing pregnancy weight by 2 equals protein needs. O B Dividing pre-pregnancy weight by 2 equals protein needs. C Add 50 grams/day to each meal. […]

The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus about the use of carbohydrates to treat hypoglycemia. Which statement made by the client indicates an understanding of the instruction provided? A I should eat 15 g of simple carbohydrates immediately, followed by a complex carbohydrate. O B I should […]

The nurse is caring for a group of clients who are on high protein diets. Which client’s condition is most likely to experience the most therapeutic response with this diet? A Client who is experiencing a stressful life event. B Client recovering from illness or surgery. C Client who exercises regularly after sporadic activity. D […]

Natural or man made disasters can cause very serious health issues. For example, the fires in Canada this year created so much smoke that it caused serious respiratory issues in much of the central and Northeast section of our Country. Imagine that you are a community health RN in one of these communities. What are […]

A client develps a vitamin K deficiency due to intestinal malabsorption. What intervention should the nurse implement in the plan of care A Monitor for cardiac irregularities. O B Offer orange juice with a prescribed daily iron supplement. C Monitor for signs of hematuria, melena, ecchymosis. O D Increase intake of leafy green vegetables.

34. The nurse practitioner is counseling a sexually active male about proper condom use. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT? A – Use water-based lubrication to prevent damage to the condom. B – The condom should be removed after ejaculation and the erection has resolved. C – The condom should be tight against the […]

SM is a 11-year-old Caucasian female brought in by her mother for difficulty concentrating. Her mother states that she has been having trouble concentrating for the past 12 months at home and at school. She states that SM’s teacher reports difficulty listening to instructions, is making frequent mistakes on her assignments at school, does not […]

A 48-year-old male has a suspected open-book pelvic fracture. He is conscious but restless, and his skin is pale and diaphoretic. His respirations are 22 breaths/min and his pulse rate is 120 beats/min. There is no external bleeding noted. The EMT should: Question 7 options: a) apply a compression device around his pelvis. b) assess […]