Question 1 of 5

The nurse did an admission procedure. The best position to be assumed by Roy is _____.

A. left lateral position with the affected side inferior. B. semi-fowler position at least 30 degrees. C. dorsal position with pillows under the chest. D. lying on his side, the affected side of the lungs should be superior.

Question 2 of 5

Ms. C is at risk for refeeding syndrome that is caused by rapid feeding. What should be the priority action of the health care team to prevent complications associated with this syndrome?

A. Assess for signs of pallor of the extremities and sluggish capillary refill B. Monitor for decreased bowel sounds, nausea, bloating, and abdominal distention C. Observe for signs of secret purging and ingestion of water to increase weight D. Monitor for peripheral edema, crackles in the lungs, and jugular vein distention

Question 3 of 5

When the nurse interacts with patients face-to-face such as in getting information during the assessment phase of the nursing process, the level of communication is which of the following?

A. Intrapersonal B. Public communication C. Interpersonal D. Verbal

Question 4 of 5

A patient expresses fear of needles before a scheduled blood draw. What is the nurse's best approach to address this fear?

A. Dismiss the patient's fear and proceed with the blood draw. B. Provide the patient with information about relaxation techniques and distraction methods. C. Ignore the patient's fear and proceed with the blood draw quickly. D. Tell the patient that fear of needles is irrational and unfounded.

Question 5 of 5

A patient presents with a painless, slowly enlarging mass in the right neck, just above the clavicle. Fine-needle aspiration cytology reveals clusters of polygonal cells with clear cytoplasm and centrally located nuclei. Which of the following conditions is most likely responsible for this presentation?

A. Parathyroid adenoma B. Thyroglossal duct cyst C. Lymphadenopathy D. Thyroid carcinoma

Adult Health Nursing Answer Key

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ATI RN

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