(SU) NSG3037 Caring for Adults I - Latest Final Exam Review Q & S 2024.(SU) NSG3037 Caring for Adults I - Latest Final Exam Review Q & S 2024.(SU) NSG3037 Caring for Adults I - Latest Final Exam Review Q & S 2024.
,1. A 68-year-old male with COPD presents with increased
shortness of breath. Which of the following assessments is the
priority?
- A) Lung sounds
- B) Blood pressure
- C) Temperature
- D) Peripheral edema
Answer: A) Lung sounds
Rationale: Assessment of lung sounds can provide immediate
information regarding airway patency and the presence of
additional respiratory distress or obstruction.
2. A patient with diabetes is admitted with hyperglycemia. What is
the most appropriate initial nursing intervention?
- A) Administer scheduled insulin
- B) Educate the patient on diet
- C) Encourage fluid intake
- D) Obtain a urine sample for ketones
, 3. When administering digoxin, which lab level must be checked
prior to giving the medication?
- A) Sodium
- B) Potassium
- C) Calcium
- D) Magnesium
Answer: B) Potassium
Rationale: Hypokalemia increases the risk of digoxin toxicity;
thus, potassium levels must be monitored.
4. Which of the following is the most characteristic symptom of a
myocardial infarction?
- A) Sharp, localized chest pain
- B) Crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm
- C) Intermittent abdominal pain
- D) Generalized fatigue
Answer: B) Crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm
Rationale: This is a classic presentation of a myocardial
infarction (MI), indicating ischemic chest pain.
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