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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client with heart failure who is experiencing pulmonary edema. Which intervention should be prioritized?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Oxygen therapy is prioritized to improve oxygenation in clients with pulmonary edema.

Question 2 of 5

When the body produces antibodies against its own tissue, the condition is called

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: When the body produces antibodies against its own tissue, it is called autoimmunity.

Question 3 of 5

A male patient with erectile dysfunction has asked for a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra). Before giving this medication, the nurse should assess for which of the following conditions?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Sildenafil should not be used by patients taking nitrates, as the combination can lead to severe hypotension.

Question 4 of 5

A male patient receiving androgen therapy is concerned about side effects. What is the most serious adverse effect the nurse should monitor for during this therapy?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Androgen therapy can increase the risk of cardiovascular events, including heart attack and stroke, particularly in older patients.

Question 5 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.

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