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, 1. A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD) develops a sudden onset of shortness of breath, anxiety,
and tachycardia. Which complication should the nurse suspect?
A. Pneumonia
B. Myocardial Infarction
C. Acute Respiratory Failure
D. Pulmonary Embolism
Correct Answer: D. Pulmonary Embolism
Rationale: Sudden onset of symptoms such as shortness of
breath, anxiety, and tachycardia in a COPD patient is highly
indicative of a pulmonary embolism.
2. A patient with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) has a potassium
level of 5.8 mEq/L. What is the most appropriate initial nursing
action?
Correct Answer: B. Initiate an insulin drip
Rationale: Insulin will help move potassium back into cells,
thereby lowering the serum potassium level; this should be
carefully monitored to avoid hypokalemia as treatment continues.
Reduction of Risk Potential
3. A 65-year-old male presents with a history of prostate cancer
receiving androgen deprivation therapy. Which is a potential risk
associated with this treatment?
A. Hypercalcemia
B. Osteoporosis
C. Hyperlipidemia
D. Diabetes Mellitus
Correct Answer: B. Osteoporosis
Rationale: Androgen deprivation therapy can lead to decreased
bone density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis.
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