Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a patient who is post-operative following a hip replacement. The nurse should educate the patient to avoid which of the following to prevent hip dislocation?

A. Crossing the legs at the knees. B. Sitting with the feet flat on the floor. C. Sleeping on the affected side. D. Using assistive devices for ambulation.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is caring for a patient with diabetes who is experiencing symptoms of diabetic neuropathy. The nurse should educate the patient to prioritize which of the following?

A. Inspecting feet daily for signs of injury. B. Exercising to improve circulation. C. Eating more protein-rich foods. D. Using tight-fitting shoes to prevent blisters.

Question 3 of 5

A 16-year-old boy has just been admitted for overnight observation after being in an automobile accident. What is the nurse's best approach to communicating with him?

A. Use periods of silence to communicate respect for him. B. Be totally honest with him, even if the information is unpleasant. C. Tell him that everything that is discussed will be kept totally confidential. D. Use slang language when possible to help him open up.

Question 4 of 5

A patient describes an unreasonable, irrational fear of snakes. The feeling is so persistent that he can no longer even look at pictures of snakes without feeling uncomfortable. He has tried to identify all the places where he might encounter snakes and avoids them. The nurse recognizes that:

A. He has a snake phobia. B. He is a hypochondriac. Snakes are usually harmless. C. He has an obsession. In this case, it is about snakes. D. He has a delusion that snakes are harmful. It must stem from an early traumatic incident involving snakes.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is assessing a patient's hydration status. Which of the following findings would suggest dehydration?

A. Increased urine output B. Decreased heart rate C. Dry mucous membranes D. Increased blood pressure

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