HESI CAT

Question 1 of 5

A female client reports she has not had a bowel movement for 3 days, but now is defecating frequent small amounts of liquid stool. Which action should the nurse implement?

A. Digitally check the client for a fecal impaction B. Increase fluid intake to promote bowel regularity C. Provide a high-fiber diet to facilitate bowel movements D. Administer a stool softener

Question 2 of 5

A 10-month-old girl is admitted with a diagnosis of possible cystic fibrosis. What question should the nurse ask the parent to assist in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis (CF)?

A. When you kiss her, does she taste salty? B. Do you notice if her urine has a musty odor? C. Has she been drinking cow's milk in her daily diet? D. How often does she have a normal bowel movement?

Question 3 of 5

The client who is to avoid any weight-bearing on the left leg is using a 3-point crutch gait for ambulation. What is the best action for the nurse to initiate?

A. Encourage continued use of the 3-point crutch gait by the client B. Encourage the client to use a wheelchair for mobility C. Instruct the client in the use of a 4-point crutch gait D. Instruct the client in the use of a 2-point crutch gait

Question 4 of 5

A male client approaches the nurse with an angry expression on his face and raises his voice, saying, "My roommate is the most selfish, self-centered, angry person I have ever met. If he loses his temper one more time with me, I am going to punch him out." The nurse recognizes that the client is using which defense mechanism?

A. Denial B. Splitting C. Projection D. Rationalization

Question 5 of 5

When caring for a client with diabetes insipidus (DI), it is most important for the nurse to include frequent assessment for which conditions in the client's plan of care?

A. Dry mucous membranes, hypotension B. Decreased appetite, headache C. Nausea and vomiting, muscle weakness D. Elevated blood pressure, petechiae

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