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

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

A. Administer diuretics to reduce fluid overload. B. Position the client in high-Fowler's position. C. Administer oxygen therapy to improve oxygenation. D. Restrict fluid intake to prevent further fluid overload.

Correct Answer: C

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

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A patient is starting on alendronate (Fosamax) for the treatment of osteoporosis. What instructions should the nurse provide to ensure the effectiveness of the medication?

A. Take the medication with a full glass of water and remain upright for at least 30 minutes. B. Take the medication with milk to enhance calcium absorption. C. Take the medication at bedtime to ensure absorption during sleep. D. Take the medication with food to prevent nausea.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Alendronate should be taken with a full glass of water, and patients should remain upright for at least 30 minutes to prevent esophageal irritation and ensure proper absorption.

Question 3 of 5

After studying about fungi, which information indicates a correct understanding of fungi? Fungi causing deep or systemic infections:

A. Are easily treated with penicillin B. Are extremely rare C. Never occur with other infections D. Are commonly opportunistic

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Fungi causing deep or systemic infections are commonly opportunistic, especially in immunocompromised individuals.

Question 4 of 5

A patient is being treated for active tuberculosis with ethambutol (Myambutol). The patient states to the nurse that he cannot identify the red and green on the traffic lights when he is driving. Based on this finding, what medical intervention is most appropriate?

A. Assess for photosensitivity. B. Discontinue ethambutol (Myambutol). C. Decrease the ethambutol (Myambutol) dose. D. Administer vitamin B .

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Patients on long-term hormone therapy should be monitored for bone density to prevent osteoporosis.

Question 5 of 5

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

A. Administer diuretics to reduce fluid overload. B. Position the client in high-Fowler's position. C. Administer oxygen therapy to improve oxygenation. D. Restrict fluid intake to prevent further fluid overload.

Correct Answer: C

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

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