Question 1 of 5

Which of the following illustrates a common error when writing client outcomes?

A. Client will drink 100 mL of fluid every 2 hours from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. B. Client will demonstrate correct sequence of exercises by next office visit. C. Client will be less anxious and fearful before and after surgery. D. On discharge, client will list five symptoms of infection to report.

Question 2 of 5

A registered nurse administers pain medication to a patient suffering from fractured ribs. Which type of nursing intervention is this nurse implementing?

A. Collaborative B. Independent C. Interdependent D. Dependent

Question 3 of 5

After receiving a dose of penicillin, a client develops dyspnea and hypotension. The nurse suspects the client is experiencing anaphylactic shock. What should the nurse do first?

A. Page an anesthesiologist immediately and prepare to intubate the client B. Administer epinephrine, as prescribed, and prepare to intubate the client if necessary C. Administer the antidote for penicillin, as prescribed, and continue to monitor the client�s vital signs D. Insert an indwelling urinary catheter and begin to infuse IV fluids as ordered

Question 4 of 5

60 year-old Mrs. Torres arrived just in time for her doctor�s appointment. She complains of pain and stiffness in her back. She is suspected of having osteoporosis. Nurse Ariane will inform Mrs. Torres that the primary complication of osteoporosis is:

A. Increased trabeculae B. poor posture C. chronic pain D. fractures

Question 5 of 5

The physician prescribes glipizide (Glucotrol), an oral antidiabetic agent, for a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus who has been having trouble controlling the blood glucose level through diet and exercise. Which medication instruction should the nurse provide?

A. �Be sure to take glipizide 30 minutes before meals.� B. �Glipizide may cause a low serum sodium level, so make sure you have your sodium level checked monthly.� C. �You won�t need to check you blood glucose level after you start taking glipizide.� D. �Take glipizide after a metal to prevent heartburn.�

Nursing Process Test Questions

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN