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Question 1 of 5

A cl ient presents at a community-based cl inic wi th complaints of shortness of breath, headache, often uses a gasol ine-powered pressure w asher to clean equipment and farm bui ldi ngs. Which type of poi so ni ng i s the most l ikel y etiology of t his cli ent's symptoms?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Carbon monoxide poisoning is associated with symptoms like shortness of breath and headache and can occur from exposure to gas-powered equipment in poorly ventilated areas.

Question 2 of 5

When assessing the health of a community, what is the most important information for the nurse to obtain?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Understanding the needs expressed by community members helps tailor health interventions to address their specific concerns.

Question 3 of 5

A client with a history of hypertension is admitted with a blood pressure of 200/120 mm Hg. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Nitroprusside (Nipride) is a vasodilator used to rapidly reduce blood pressure in hypertensive emergencies.

Question 4 of 5

A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted with pneumonia. Which finding requires immediate intervention?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: In a client with COPD admitted with pneumonia, a productive cough with green sputum indicates a potential bacterial infection. Green sputum is commonly associated with bacterial pneumonia, which requires immediate intervention with appropriate antibiotics. Monitoring oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, and heart rate are essential in COPD patients, but the presence of green sputum suggests an urgent need for targeted treatment to address the underlying infection. Oxygen saturation of 88% is concerning but may not directly indicate the need for immediate intervention in the absence of other critical symptoms. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute and a heart rate of 90 beats per minute are within normal limits and may not be indicative of an acute issue requiring immediate intervention in this context.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication to a client with dysphagia. Which action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Administering the medication with a small amount of pudding helps prevent aspiration in clients with dysphagia.

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