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Question 1 of 5

A client with pneumonia is prescribed antibiotics. What is the most important teaching point for the nurse to provide?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Antibiotics must be taken for the entire prescribed duration to ensure that the infection is completely eradicated. Stopping antibiotics early, even if symptoms improve, can lead to a recurrence of the infection or antibiotic resistance.

Question 2 of 5

A male client with HIV on saquinavir and other antiretrovirals reports increased hunger and thirst but weight loss. Which action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Increased thirst and hunger while losing weight may indicate hyperglycemia. Blood glucose should be checked.

Question 3 of 5

An older client is admitted to the intensive care unit unconscious after several days of vomiting and diarrhea. The nurse inserts a urinary catheter and observes dark amber urine output. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A fluid bolus is the first step in stabilizing a client with hypovolemic symptoms.

Question 4 of 5

A client asks the nurse for information about reducing risk factors for BPH. Which information should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Physical activity can help reduce the risk of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) by improving overall circulation and reducing inflammation. While avoiding caffeine and alcohol may help with symptom management, increasing activity is more strongly linked to prevention.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse observes that a client's wrist restraint is secured to the side rail of the bed. What action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Restraints should always be secured to the bedframe, not the side rails, to prevent injury to the client in case the bed is adjusted.

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