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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which finding supports this diagnosis?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Redness and warmth in the affected leg are classic signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which supports the diagnosis.

Question 2 of 5

A public health nurse is planning a smoking cessation program for a local community. Which component is most important to include in the program?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Providing strategies for coping with withdrawal symptoms addresses a significant barrier to quitting smoking.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse obtains a heart rate of 92 and a blood pressure of 110/76 prior to administering a scheduled dose of verapamil (Calan) for a client with atrial flutter. Which action should the nurse implement?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Verapamil slows sinoatrial nodal automaticity and delays atrioventricular nodal conduction, which slows the ventricular rate.

Question 4 of 5

access t o heal thcare Downloaded by Dawson maxwell (maxwelldawson083@gmail.com) lOMoARcPSD|38437257 The nurse worki ng i n a community health clinic that serves recent Somali immi grants notes that most mothers refuse to give permi ssion for routine immunizati ons of thei r preschool ers. Which i ndi vidu al i s l ikel y to have the most i nfl uential on these women's perceptions about their chil dren's heal thcare needs?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: In many cultures, older women, such as grandmothers or aunts, hold significant influence over health-related decisions and practices within the family.

Question 5 of 5

The healthcare provider is caring for a client with a chest tube. Which intervention is most important to include in the plan of care?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Keeping the collection chamber below the level of the chest is crucial in caring for a client with a chest tube. This positioning helps ensure proper drainage of fluids and prevents complications such as backflow of drainage into the chest cavity. Option A is incorrect as continuous suction can lead to excessive drainage and tissue damage. Option B is incorrect as clamping the chest tube during client movement can cause a buildup of pressure and compromise proper drainage. Option C is incorrect because clamping the chest tube for extended periods can impede the drainage process, leading to potential complications.

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