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Question 1 of 5

A client who had a vasectomy is in the post recovery unit at an outpatient clinic. Which of these points is most important to be reinforced by the nurse?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: It is important to use contraception until sperm is confirmed absent in the ejaculate.

Question 2 of 5

The mother of a 2-day-old infant girl expresses concern about a 'flea bite' type rash on her daughter's body. The nurse identifies a pink papular rash with vesicles superimposed over the thorax, back, buttocks, and abdomen. Which explanation should the nurse offer?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The rash described is typical of erythema toxicum neonatorum, a common and benign newborn rash that resolves on its own within a few days. No treatment is necessary, and the nurse should reassure the mother.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse assesses a client one hour after starting a transfusion of packed red blood cells and determines that there are no indications of a transfusion reaction. What instruction should the nurse provide the UAP who is working with the nurse?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Monitoring vital signs throughout a transfusion is critical, as reactions can occur later in the process. The UAP should continue to check vital signs regularly to ensure that any delayed reaction is promptly detected.

Question 4 of 5

As the nurse is speaking with a group of teens which of these side effects of chemotherapy for cancer would the nurse expect this group to be more interested in during the discussion?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Teens are more likely to be concerned with hair loss, as it is a visible and emotional side effect.

Question 5 of 5

A client with hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine. What assessment finding suggests the medication dosage is too high?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Increased heart rate and palpitations may indicate that the dosage of levothyroxine is too high, leading to hyperthyroidism.

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