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Question 1 of 5

A 50-year-old woman has had a relapse of her multiple sclerosis (MS) after several years of being symptom-free. Which of the following factors is most likely to have contributed to her relapse?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Physical overexertion can contribute to an MS relapse, triggering symptoms to reappear.

Question 2 of 5

A patient is starting on oral contraceptives. What important point should the nurse emphasize about taking the medication consistently?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Oral contraceptives must be taken at the same time each day to maintain consistent hormone levels and ensure effectiveness in preventing pregnancy.

Question 3 of 5

A 74-year-old woman states that many of her peers underwent hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in years past. The woman asks the nurse why her primary care provider has not yet proposed this treatment for her. What fact should underlie the nurse's response to the woman?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because the main reason HRT is not recommended for all women is due to the increased risks of stroke and breast cancer associated with its use. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not address the primary concerns regarding HRT use. HRT can indeed cause mood disturbances and may have effects on bone health, but the main concerns regarding its use revolve around the risks of stroke and breast cancer.

Question 4 of 5

A 5-month-old child is admitted to the hospital with recurring respiratory infections. A possible cause of this condition is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Immune insufficiency is a possible cause of recurring respiratory infections in a 5-month-old child.

Question 5 of 5

A patient is prescribed estradiol (Estrace) for hormone replacement therapy (HRT). What should the nurse monitor during this therapy?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Liver function tests should be monitored during estradiol therapy due to the potential for liver dysfunction.

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