1201 - 1300 Solved Medical Nursing MCQ Test Questions Bank

1201. Which of the following is the best way of determining the nutritional status of a child? Select one:
A. Measuring of BP of the child
B. Examining the colour of the eyes
C. Measuring the mid-upper arm circumference
D. None of the above

1202. ____ may result when patients or residents ignore the urge to defecate. Select one:
A. Diarrhea
B. Incontinence
C. Constipation
D. None of the above

1203. The nurse is preparing a client with cirrhosis for a paracentesis. How will the nurse position the client for this procedure? Select one:
A. Sitting position
B. Lying on the left side
C. Lying on the right side
D. None of the above

1204. A few hours after delivery, the baby boy began to be increasingly jaundiced. A diagnosis of rhesus(Rh) incompatibility was made. The nurse can conclude that: Select one:
A. His Mother was Rh negative
B. Both parents were Rh- negative
C. His mother was Rh positive
D. None of the above

1205. Which of the following is a clinical feature of marasmus? Select one:
A. Reddish brown hair
B. Moon shaped face due to oedema
C. Constantly crying for food
D. None of the above

1206. A client with Alzheimer’s disease has been prescribed donepezil (Aricept). Which information should the nurse include when explaining about Aricept? Select one:
A. “Take the medication with meals.”
B. “If a dose is skipped, take two the next time.”
C. “The medicine can cause dizziness, so rise slowly.”
D. None of the above

1207. Assessment findings for the client admitted with a stroke reveal an absence of the gag reflex. The nurse suspects injury to which cranial nerve? Select one:
A. IX (glossopharyngeal)
B. XII (hypoglossal)
C. X (vagus)
D. None of the above

1208. If a pregnant woman overexerts herself during exercise, it can be bad for the fetus. In what way? Select one:
A. Reduces oxygen to the fetus
B. Increases the mother's body temperature
C. Mother's lungs flooded with carbon dioxide
D. None of the above

1209. Which of the following infections can be prevented by good sanitation, proper personal hygiene and screening of food handlers? Select one:
A. Hepatitis A
B. Hepatitis B
C. Measles
D. None of the above

1210. During one of your usual home visits, you met an 80 year old man who was sick at home. Upon assessment, you realized the man’s condition did not warrant admission to the health care facility; hence you rendered care to him at home. What education will you give to the family on the nutritional needs of the old man? Increase intake of: Select one:
A. Carbohydrate, fats and oils.
B. Calcium, vitamins and roughage.
C. Fat, calcium and protein.
D. None of the above

1211. The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery on the lower abdomen. Which position would the nurse most likely place the client in for surgery on this area? Select one:
A. Prone
B. Lithotomy
C. Trendelenburg
D. None of the above

1212. A client is 4 hours post-operative left brain cerebral aneurysm clipping. Which assessment finding would cause the nurse the most concern? Select one:
A. Temperature 99.4°F, heart rate 110, respiratory rate 24
B. BP 120/60, lethargic, right-sided weakness
C. Drowsiness, urinary output of 50mL in the past hour, 1cm blood drainage noted on surgical dressing
D. None of the above

1213. Sexually active adolescent who seek contraceptive service should be; Select one:
A. Encourage to be faithful to their partners
B. Encourage for abstinence
C. Counselled and served
D. None of the above

1214. A client with a femur fracture is exhibiting shortness of breath, pain upon deep breathing, and a cough that produces blood-tinged sputum. The nurse would determine that these clinical manifestations are indicative of which of the following? Select one:
A. Congestive heart failure
B. Pulmonary embolus
C. Adult respiratory distress syndrome
D. None of the above

1215. Which arteries supply blood to the neck and arms? Select one:
A. Common carotid
B. Subclavian
C. Temporal
D. None of the above

1216. The chain of infection includes the: Select one:
A. Opportunism, weakness, immunity, and colonization
B. Germ, agent, reservoir, exit portal, mode of transmission, entry port, and susceptible host
C. Active natural, active artificial, passive natural and passive artificial
D. None of the above

1217. Which of the following age groups are at the highest risk for injury-causing falls? Select one:
A. Middle-Aged
B. Elderly
C. Children
D. None of the above

1218. The physician has prescribed a cleansing enema to a client scheduled for colon surgery. The nurse would place the client: Select one:
A. Left Sims
B. Supine
C. Prone
D. None of the above

1219. During one of your usual home visits, you met an 80 year old man who was sick at home. Upon assessment, you realized the man’s condition did not warrant admission to the health care facility, hence you rendered care to him at home. What education will you give to the family on the nutritional needs of the old man? Increase intake of: Select one:
A. Calcium, vitamins and roughage.
B. Carbohydrate, fats and oils.
C. Fat, calcium and protein.
D. None of the above

1220. The nurse recognizes which of the following types of leukemia as being more common in an older adult? Select one:
A. Acute lymphocytic leukemia
B. Acute myelocytic leukemia
C. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia
D. None of the above

1221. Middle-Aged and Young Adults are at lower risk for injury-causing falls. While children may fall frequently, these falls do not usually cause injuries. An emotional consequence of immobility is: Select one:
A. Depression
B. Dementia
C. Delirium
D. None of the above

1222. A client with ulcerative colitis requires an illeostomy. The nurse would instruct the client to do which of the following measures as an essential part of caring for the stoma? Select one:
A. Include high-fiber foods, especially nuts, in the diet
B. Limit fluid intake to prevent loose stools
C. Cleanse the peristomal skin meticulously
D. None of the above

1223. What measure should a pregnant woman undertake to protect the unborn child from tetanus? Select one:
A. Immunize with anti-tetanus serum during pregnancy
B. Immunize with tetanol toxoid during pregnancy
C. Prevent herself from nail prick during pregnancy
D. None of the above

1224. The nurse caring for a client in shock recognizes that the glomerular filtration rate of the kidneys will remain intact if the client’s mean arterial pressure remains above which minimal value? Select one:
A. 60
B. 80
C. 70
D. None of the above

1225. A client is admitted to the chemical dependency unit for evaluation of alcoholism. Which question is part of an alcoholism-assessment tool called the CAGE questionnaire? Select one:
A. Have you or someone else ever been injured as a result of your drinking?
B. How often do you have a drink containing alcohol?
C. Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?
D. None of the above

1226. The chain of infection includes the: Select one:
A. Germ, agent, reservoir, exit portal, mode of transmission, entry port, and susceptible host
B. Active natural, active artificial, passive natural and passive artificial
C. Opportunism, weakness, immunity, and colonization
D. None of the above

1227. Aku, aged 25 is a client who was discharged from the Psychiatric Hospital 3 weeks ago. She reported for review together with her mother. She revealed that her mother does not allow her to make decisions about her personal life. The Nurse entreated Aku's mother to allow her make some decisions. The Nurse’s suggestion is based on the principle of: Select one:
A. Justice.
B. Non maleficence.
C. Autonomy.
D. None of the above

1228. Which contraindication should the nurse assess for prior to giving a child immunization? Select one:
A. Allergy to eggs
B. Chronic asthma
C. Depressed immune system
D. None of the above

1229. A burn client’s care plan reveals an expected outcome of no localized or systemic infection. Which assessment by the nurse supports this outcome? Select one:
A. Cloudy, foul-smelling urine output
B. Wound culture results show minimal bacteria
C. White blood cell count of 14,000
D. None of the above

1230. The nurse is discussing staff assignments. Which client assignment should be given to the nurse’s assistant? Select one:
A. Client with a stroke scheduled for discharge to rehabilitation
B. Emergency exploratory laparotomy with a colon resection the previous shift
C. A client with terminal cancer in severe pain
D. None of the above

1231. A client is admitted after a motor vehicle accident. The nurse suspects that the client is in the compensatory stage of shock due to which clinical manifestations? Select one:
A. Crackles on chest auscultation, mottled skin, lethargy
B. Blood pressure 120/70, confusion, heart rate 120
C. Skin color jaundice, urine output less than 30mL the past hour, heart rate 170
D. None of the above

1232. Which nursing order would the nurse anticipate for a client with pancreatitis? Select one:
A. Force fluids to 3,000mL/24 hours
B. Insert a nasogastric tube and connect it to low intermittent suction
C. Place the client in reverse Trendelenburg position
D. None of the above

1233. A client who had an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is having delayed healing of the wound. Which laboratory test result would most closely correlate to this problem? Select one:
A. Decreased albumin
B. Increased calcium
C. Decreased creatinine
D. None of the above

1234. Which exam is most reliable in diagnosing peptic ulcer disease? Select one:
A. Endoscopy
B. Gastric analysis
C. Barium studies
D. None of the above

1235. Which assessment data on a child with hydrocephalus would be the most objective? Select one:
A. Anorexia
B. Head measurement
C. Vomiting
D. None of the above

1236. The following are functions of the cervix EXCEPT: Select one:
A. Prevention of infection.
B. Dilates during labour.
C. Prepares bed for fertilized ovum.
D. None of the above

1237. The nurse is explaining about the drug zafirlukast (Accolate) to a client with asthma. Which comment by the client would indicate ineffective teaching? Select one:
A. “I should take this medication with meals.”
B. “My doctor might order liver tests while I’m on this drug.”
C. “I need to report flulike symptoms to my doctor.”
D. None of the above

1238. A client who has just undergone a laparoscopic tubal ligation complains of “free air pain.” What would be the nurse’s best action? Select one:
A. Ambulate the client
B. Maintain the client on bed rest with her legs elevated
C. Instruct the client to breathe deeply and cough
D. None of the above

1239. Inappropriate disposable of waste does not affect the: Select one:
A. Clients
B. Hospital
C. Community
D. None of the above

1240. A client is being discharged on warfarin (Coumadin) after hospitalization for atrial fibrillation. The nurse recognizes that which of the following foods would be restricted while the client is on this medication? Select one:
A. Potatoes
B. Apples
C. Cabbage
D. None of the above

1241. A client with a gastrointestinal bleed has an NG tube to low continuous wall suction. To assess bowel sounds, the nurse should perform which of the following procedures? Select one:
A. Insert 10mL of air in NG tube and listen over the abdomen with a stethoscope
B. Irrigate the tube with 30mL of NS while auscultating the abdomen
C. Clamp the tube while listening to the abdomen with a stethoscope
D. None of the above

1242. Which of the following would the nurse perform when giving medication via an NG tube? Select one:
A. Position the client dorsal recumbent.
B. Ascertain tube patency and placement.
C. Reconnect the tube to suction immediately after administration of the drug.
D. None of the above

1243. Nurse Bright is working at the ward with his other colleagues. While assisting another nurse with the postoperative care of neonate with an omphalocele repair, the nurse explains that it is a priority to monitor which of the following? Select One:
A. Pulse
B. Blood pressure
C. Respiration
D. None of the above

1244. A client with gallstones asks a nurse what might have caused the condition. The nurse knows the risk of developing this condition is greater in: Select One:
A. Men.
B. Drinking a lot of coffee.
C. Significant recent weight loss.
D. None of the above

1245. Mr. Abedinago, an 87year old patient client complains of colored rings around the light-bulbs in the room. The correct response by a nurse would be: Select One:
A. "I don't see any colored rings in the lightbulbs."
B. "Have you fallen recently and hit your head?"
C. "Have you had your eyes checked for glaucoma?"
D. None of the above

1246. The nurse is planning care for a 2-year-old child immediately following cardiac catheterization. Which of these activities should have the highest priority? Select One:
A. Apply direct pressure to the catheterization site for at least 15 minutes
B. Monitor the heart rate for at least 1 minute during vital signs
C. Change the dressing at the puncture site
D. None of the above

1247. Mr. Baah has begun therapy with theophylline (Theo-24). The nurse should plan to teach the client to limit the intake of which items while taking this medication? Select One:
A. Cottage cheese, cream cheese, and dairy creamers
B. Coffee, cola, and chocolate
C. Oysters, lobster, and shrimp
D. None of the above

1248. A client with Alzheimer's disease has superficial skin breakdown related to functional incontinence. The correct nursing intervention includes which of the following: Select One:
A. Administering a loop diuretic, such as furosemide, as ordered.
B. Limiting oral fluid intake to 250 mL/day.
C. Assisting to the toilet and protecting bed with pads.
D. None of the above

1249. An infant, who has had a cleft palate repair, is positioned side-lying or on the back. The rationale for this positioning is that it: Select One:
A. promotes drainage.
B. decreases anxiety.
C. allows observation of the suture line.
D. None of the above

1250. The nurse should ensure that Mr. Okru, a healthy 89-year-old client admitted to a skilled nursing facility has received which vaccinations? Select One:
A. Influenza.
B. Tetanus.
C. Pneumococcal.
D. None of the above

1251. Nurse Belinda is admitting a client with an abdominal aortic aneurysm who is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon). Which action by the nurse indicates cultural sensitivity to the client? Select One:
A. The nurse does not insist on administering a blood transfusion.
B. The nurse notifies the client's curandero of the admission.
C. The nurse keeps the client's undershirt on during the bath.
D. None of the above

1252. Nurse Ansong reviews a patient’s folder and saw a diagnosis of pathological jaundice. Which of the following serum bilirubin levels supports a diagnosis of pathologic jaundice? Select One:
A. Levels greater than 10 mg/dl in a full-term newborn
B. An increase of more than 1 mg/dl in 24 hours
C. An increase of 5 mg/dl or greater in 24 hours
D. None of the above

1253. The nurse is assessing a client with multiple trauma who is at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome. The nurse should assess for which earliest sign of acute respiratory distress syndrome? Select One:
A. Inspiratory crackles
B. Increased respiratory rate
C. Bilateral wheezing
D. None of the above

1254. The nurse is planning to care for the adverse reactions in a client receiving chemotherapy. Which adverse reaction should take priority in this plan of care? Select One:
A. Fatigue
B. Depression
C. Headache
D. None of the above

1255. The unit manager on the vascular unit is planning a change in the way post-mortem care is provided. Which is the first step in the change process? Select One:
A. Identify the problem
B. Collect data
C. Implement a plan
D. None of the above

1256. Which condition is most likely to cause chronic pain in an older adult? Select One:
A. An old fracture.
B. Osteoarthritis.
C. Peripheral neuropathy.
D. None of the above

1257. Based on an understanding of the drug interactions for a client taking a loop diuretic and an aminoglyceride, for which of the following should the nurse monitor the client? Select One:
A. Ototoxicity
B. Orthostatic hypotension
C. Decreased diuretic effects
D. None of the above

1258. Mrs. Taiwiah, an elderly client has a suspected medical diagnosis of cataracts. Which symptom is consistent with this finding? Select One:
A. Objects have a halo around them.
B. Single objects seem to be doubled.
C. Objects are distorted and blurry.
D. None of the above

1259. A client with age-related hearing loss is complaining to a nurse Asirifi about being frustrated with hearing difficulties. Which sound is most difficult for the client to hear? Select One:
A. Motorcycle on the street.
B. A man's voice in an elevator.
C. Young children talking.
D. None of the above

1260. The nurse evaluates which of the following four infants to have an abnormal language development? Select One:
A. A 2-month-old who begins vocalizing in the presence of familiar sounds
B. A 7-month-old who is beginning to vocalize during play and pleasure
C. A 9-month-old who uses two-syllable sounds such as "dada"
D. None of the above

1261. Mr. Akoto 90-year-old male client was recently widowed after more than 60 years of marriage. The client was admitted to a long-term care facility and is refusing to eat. Which intervention is an example of the ethical principle of autonomy? Select One:
A. Place a nasogastric feeding tube and feed the client.
B. Discuss why the client does not want to eat anymore.
C. Allow the client to refuse to eat if he wants to.
D. None of the above

1262. A client asks, "Why will I lose my hair from chemotherapy?" The appropriate response by the nurse is based on which of the following? Select One:
A. Chemotherapy affects normal cells that divide often
B. It is difficult to predict
C. Special shampoos can be used to prevent alopecia
D. None of the above

1263. The nurse is admitting a client with a diagnosis of suspected schizophrenia. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse assess as a positive clinical manifestation of schizophrenia? Select One:
A. Anhedonia and blunted affect
B. Abnormal movements of the mouth
C. Hallucinations and delusional thinking
D. None of the above

1264. These conditions increase the risk of the older adult client developing a decubitus ulcer Except: Select One:
A. Incontinence.
B. Impaired circulation.
C. Osteoarthritis.
D. None of the above

1265. Which of the following is a priority for the nurse to include in the instructions for a client starting estrogen hormone replacement therapy for menopause? Select One:
A. You may have greater frequency and urgency in urination
B. Take extra safety precautions to protect yourself from injury and falls
C. Remember to do breast self-examination every month
D. None of the above

1266. When a nurse shines a penlight into an elderly client's eyes to check pupil reaction, the nurse notes that one of the eyes is very cloudy and the pupil does not react. The nurse should: Select One:
A. Check vision in the cloudy eye.
B. Keep the room lights dim.
C. Notify the MD for CT evaluation.
D. None of the above

1267. Which of the following should Nurse Cynthia include when instructing a mother to administer vitamins to a preschooler? Select One:
A. Give the vitamins with sips of milk
B. Store the vitamins in a locked cabinet that the child cannot access
C. Give preschoolers half a vitamin
D. None of the above

1268. Which of the following should the nurse include in a plan of care for a 5-year-old child admitted to the hospital with the diagnosis of epiglottitis? Select One:
A. Perform a throat culture to identify the pathogen
B. Encourage the child to assume a tripod position
C. Restrict fluids
D. None of the above

1269. A 13-year-old female has been prescribed allergy injections every 3 to 4 weeks. The nurse instructs the child that following the injection, she: Select One:
A. must remain for observation for at least 1 hour.
B. must remain for observation for at least 5 minutes.
C. must remain for observation for at least 20 minutes.
D. None of the above

1270. Mr. Adae come to your facility, the nurse performs an admission assessment on the client with a diagnosis of tuberculosis. The nurse should check the results of which diagnostic test that will confirm this diagnosis? Select One:
A. Bronchoscopy
B. Sputum culture
C. Tuberculin skin test
D. None of the above

1271. A client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) has histoplasmosis. Nurse Ansong should assess the client for which expected finding? Select One:
A. Hypothermia
B. Dyspnea
C. Headache
D. None of the above

1272. A client in sinus bradycardia, with a heart rate of 45 beats/minute, complains of dizziness and has a blood pressure of 82/60 mm Hg. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate will be prescribed? Select One:
A. Defibrillate the client.
B. Administer digoxin (Lanoxin).
C. Prepare for transcutaneous pacing.
D. None of the above

1273. Nurse Sandra is monitoring a client who is taking digoxin (Lanoxin) for adverse effects. Which findings are characteristic of digoxin toxicity? Select all that apply. Select One:
A. Blurred vision
B. Irritability
C. Diarrhea
D. None of the above

1274. A mother is concerned about her preschool-age child running into the street without looking. Which of the following instructions would be the priority for the nurse to give this mother? Select One:
A. Prevent the child from crossing the street without the parent
B. Children this age seldom run into the street without looking, unless distracted
C. Offer verbal reminders to look before crossing the street
D. None of the above

1275. The nurse is instructing the parents of a toddler on the development of depth perception. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the parents to watch for? Select One:
A. An increased fall risk when the toddler is learning to walk, run, and climb stairs
B. An unusual sense of dizziness that is experienced at times
C. An increased fear of heights and of falling out of bed at night
D. None of the above

1276. The nurse is instructing a hospitalized client with a diagnosis of emphysema about measures that will enhance the effectiveness of breathing during dyspneic periods. Which position should the nurse instruct the client to assume? Select One:
A. Sitting on the side of the bed and leaning on an overbed table
B. Sitting in a recliner chair
C. Sitting up in bed
D. None of the above

1277. Bernard, a child has been scheduled for surgery. Which of the following should the nurse include in the preoperative teaching for the parents of a child scheduled for cardiac surgery? Select One:
A. A warning that siblings should not visit
B. Concepts of pain management
C. A warning to avoid bringing toys from home to the hospital
D. None of the above

1278. The nurse is giving discharge instructions to a client with pulmonary sarcoidosis. The nurse concludes that the client understands the information if the client indicates to report which early sign of exacerbation? Select One:
A. Shortness of breath
B. Fatigue
C. Fever
D. None of the above

1279. Bismark, a nurse, is monitoring a client who is taking propranolol (Inderal LA). Which assessment data indicates a potential serious complication associated with this medication? Select One:
A. A baseline blood pressure of 150/80 mm Hg followed by a blood pressure of 138/72 mm Hg after two doses of the medication
B. The development of audible expiratory wheezes
C. The development of complaints of insomnia
D. None of the above

1280. A client with angina complains that the anginal pain is prolonged and severe and occurs at the same time each day, most often at rest in the absence of precipitating factors. How would the nurse best describe this type of anginal pain? Select One:
A. Stable angina
B. Variant angina
C. Unstable angina
D. None of the above

1281. Mrs. Dontey, a client admitted at the female’s ward has developed atrial fibrillation, with a ventricular rate of 150 beats/minute upon assessment. The nurse should assess the client for which associated signs/symptoms? Select One:
A. Hypotension and dizziness
B. Hypertension and headache
C. Nausea and vomiting
D. None of the above

1282. Belinda, a client who is very weak was assessed and found out that, there was an aphasia. Which intervention will be most helpful to a client with aphasia? Select One:
A. Use many adjectives and adverbs when describing desired activity.
B. Encourage use of gestures in communication.
C. Chew food thoroughly before swallowing.
D. None of the above

1283. Mr. Asomani, 65years has a condition relating to his urinary bladder. Which sign/symptom in an older adult is most indicative of a urinary tract infection? Select One:
A. Confusion.
B. Painful urination.
C. Urinary frequency.
D. None of the above

1284. A client is to begin a 6-month course of therapy with isoniazid. The nurse should plan to teach the client to take which action? Select One:
A. Increase intake of Swiss or aged cheeses.
B. Report yellow eyes or skin immediately.
C. Use alcohol in small amounts only.
D. None of the above

1285. Mr. Abedinago, an 87year old patient, As a nurse you know all are normal changes associated with aging Except: Select One:
A. Decreased salivation.
B. Impaired healing of tissues.
C. Decreased ability to hear low-frequency sounds.
D. None of the above

1286. A 6-year-old child is scheduled for a tonsillectomy. The nurse is obtaining the preoperative history. Because of risks associated with this surgery, the nurse should report which of the following to the surgeon? Select One:
A. There is a family history of bleeding tendencies
B. Current upper respiratory infection is denied
C. The child does not have cleft palate
D. None of the above

1287. The nurse instructs the perimenopausal client that it is a priority to stop taking the prescribed estrogen if which of the following occurs? Select One:
A. Nausea and vomiting
B. Painful intercourse
C. Spotting between menstrual periods
D. None of the above

1288. An elderly client has a non-cemented total hip joint placed. Postoperative activity for this client should include: Select One:
A. Hip immobilization for 3 to 4 weeks with no weight-bearing.
B. Touch-down weight-bearing starting first postoperative day.
C. Bedrest for 6 weeks with continuous passive motion.
D. None of the above

1289. The nurse should include which of the following in the pre-procedure instructions given to the parents of a child scheduled for a thyroid function test? Select One:
A. NPO after midnight
B. It is important that the child remain still during the procedure
C. A concentrated glucose will be given just prior to the test
D. None of the above

1290. Which of the following should the nurse consider before preparing to administer chemotherapy to a client? Select One:
A. Wear disposable gown, mask, and gloves
B. Wait for the chemotherapy agent to be prepared by the physician
C. Do not assign a nurse who is pregnant to this client
D. None of the above

1291. If a client has a Parkinson’s disease, what is the most appropriate footwear that a nurse should recommend to a client with Parkinson's disease? Select One:
A. Open-toed sandals.
B. Slip-on rubber soles.
C. Double-knotted leather wing tips.
D. None of the above

1292. The client in the day surgical unit is scheduled to have vein ligation on the right leg. The client states, "I am having surgery on my left leg." Which intervention should the nurse implement first? Select One:
A. Ask when the client last took a drink of water or ate anything.
B. Call a time out until clarifying which leg is having the vein ligation.
C. Have the client sign the surgical operative permit.
D. None of the above

1293. Nurse Esirifi is preparing to administer the third unit of packed red blood cells (PRBCs) to a client with a ruptured aortic aneurysm. Which interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply. Select One:
A. Hang a bag of D5NS to keep open (TKO).
B. Change the blood administration set.
C. Check the client's current vital signs.
D. None of the above

1294. A client with myocardial infarction is developing cardiogenic shock. Because of the risk of myocardial ischemia, what condition should the nurse carefully assess the client for? Select One:
A. Falling central venous pressure
B. Rising diastolic blood pressure
C. Ventricular dysrhythmias
D. None of the above

1295. The nurse is creating a medication schedule for erythromycin prescribed for a client with pelvic inflammatory disease. Which of the following times for administration should Akosua, the nurse include in the schedule? Administer with: Select One:
A. A full glass of water between meals.
B. None of the above
C. Fruit juice prior to each meal.
D. None of the above

1296. The community health nurse, Esther is conducting an educational session with community members regarding the symptoms associated with tuberculosis. Which is one of the first manifestations associated with tuberculosis? Select One:
A. Chest pain
B. A bloody, productive cough
C. A cough with the expectoration of mucoid sputum
D. None of the above

1297. The nurse is teaching a class of adolescents to improve their diets. Which of the following approaches would be most helpful in achieving this goal? Select One:
A. Show a film on dietary needs and what happens to the body if those needs are not met
B. Send dietary information to the parents of the adolescents
C. Have the adolescents get involved in meal planning after receiving information on dietary needs
D. None of the above

1298. The nurse is taking the history of a client with occupational lung disease (silicosis). The nurse should assess whether the client wears which item during periods of exposure to silica particles? Select One:
A. Gloves
B. Gown
C. Mask
D. None of the above

1299. A 2-month-old breast-fed infant has oral thrush. Which of the following is the most appropriate intervention to be included in the nurse's plan of care? Select One:
A. Administer oral nystatin before feedings as prescribed
B. The oral lesions should be treated with an over-the-counter topical anesthetic such as Anbesol
C. Instruct the mother on treatment of her nipples if she continues breastfeeding
D. None of the above

1300. A client complains of chest pain on deep inspiration. Which intervention should nurse Aboagye implement first? Select One:
A. Place the client on oxygen.
B. Notify the respiratory therapist.
C. Assess the client's pulse oximeter reading.
D. None of the above