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NUR 163 Exam 2 Questions And Correct Answers 2024-2025The nurse is caring for four patents today. Which finding should the nurse immediately
report to the RN? - Answer - Patient with positive Chvostek's signs
Which patient finding should cause the nurse to encourage oral (PO) fluid intake?
- - Answer Diarrhea
The home health nurse is visiting a patient and notices the unpaid caregiver is exhibiting
caregiver strain. The nurse recognizes that when working with a patient's unpaid
caregiver, one of the best ways to improve caregiver strain is through praise. Which of
the following is the best response to the caregiver? - Answer I have noticed all your time
and effort with the patient. You are so vital to the healthcare team"
Which of the following clients will the nurse recognize as being at risk for
hypernatremia? Answer The client who uses a lot of table salt
The LPN is going to discuss a care plan with a 72-year-old client that has partial loss of
hearing. When communicating with the client, What is the best to do? Answer Speak in a
low pitch tone and face level with client
patient is admitted to the ED with a diagnosis of hyperkalemia. The nurse would monitor
the patient for what possible complication of hyperkalemia? - ANS Cardiac arrhythmias
For the next question, choose the patient that would not be at risk of experiencing an
imbalance of fluids and electrolytes. - ANS A 23-year-old client diagnosed with an upper
extremity bone fracture
The older adult who is waiting for test results from his or her doctor develops nausea
and excessive gas. Which is the likely cause of these symptoms? - Answer Slowing of
peristalsis
, Which nursing intervention would be inappropriate for a patient with fluid volume
excess? - Answer Increase in sodium intake
The nurse is completing a health history from a new resident at the assisted living
facility. The nurse realizes it is important to ask which question related to fluids and
electrolytes? - Answer What medications, including dietary supplements, do you take?"
Which is true of an older adult who used coping skills effectively during his younger
years? - Answer They will continue to use similar coping behaviors throughout
The LPN is providing teaching on the use of complimentary and alternative therapies.
Which statement made by the geriatric patient indicates that the patient understands
the teaching? - Answer - I am looking forward to starting the medication classes, and all
the benefits it can have on my health
Which of the following is associated with an age-related complication, and could
contribute to the geriatric patient's pain? Answer Bone demineralization and
contractures
The patient is scheduled to have a cardiac catherization this morning. Which of the
following is in response to stress? AnswER Decreased production of digestive enzymes
Which comment about stress is true? AnswER Interventions that reduce stress are
beneficial
The nurse is evaluating the patient's use of a cane for left-sided weakness. The nurse
would need to intervene if the patient is noted to perform which action? Answer Shifting
the cane when the right leg is moved
Which of the following would best minimize the stress of an older adult patient? Answer
Discussing the patient's feelings
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