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Question 1 of 5

In the ICU setting, a client transported from surgery following open heart bypass grafting will likely have his or her core temperature measured by:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: An esophageal thermometer is commonly used in ICU settings to accurately measure core body temperature, especially in post-surgical patients.

Question 2 of 5

On the advice of his brother, a 53-year-old man has made an appointment to request a prescription for Viagra. The nurse who works at the clinic is reviewing the man's medical history and would recognize what health problem as being prohibitive to this treatment?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Nitroglycerin is contraindicated with Viagra due to their combined effects on lowering blood pressure, which can result in a severe drop and potentially life-threatening complications. Using both medications together can lead to hypotension, putting the patient at risk. Therefore, the presence of angina treated with nitroglycerin would make prescribing Viagra unsafe. Choices A, B, and D are not directly contraindicated with Viagra and can be managed concurrently with this treatment.

Question 3 of 5

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

Correct Answer: D

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

Question 4 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 5 of 5

A primiparous woman tells the nurse that she and her partner are highly reluctant to have their infant vaccinated, stating, "We've read that vaccines can potentially cause a lot of harm, so we're not sure we want to take that risk." How should the nurse respond to this family's concerns?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Monitoring liver enzymes is important for patients on long-term hormone therapy to avoid complications from impaired metabolism.

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