When starting on oral contraceptives, what key point should the nurse emphasize about taking the medication consistently?- Skildor

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When starting on oral contraceptives, what key point should the nurse emphasize about taking the medication consistently?

A. Oral contraceptives should be taken at the same time each day to maintain stable hormone levels and prevent pregnancy. B. Oral contraceptives can be taken at any time of day, as long as the schedule is consistent. C. Oral contraceptives should be taken in the morning to avoid nighttime side effects. D. Oral contraceptives are effective immediately upon starting, regardless of timing.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: When starting on oral contraceptives, it is crucial to take them at the same time each day to maintain stable hormone levels and ensure their effectiveness in preventing pregnancy. Choice B is incorrect because consistency in timing is essential to maximize contraceptive efficacy. Choice C is incorrect as there is no evidence that taking oral contraceptives in the morning helps avoid nighttime side effects. Choice D is incorrect because oral contraceptives do not provide immediate effectiveness and require consistent use to prevent pregnancy.

Question 2 of 5

During an acute asthma exacerbation, what is the priority nursing intervention for a client with asthma?

A. Administer corticosteroids to reduce airway inflammation. B. Position the client in high-Fowler's position. C. Administer short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs) as prescribed. D. Obtain a peak flow reading to assess the severity of the exacerbation.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The priority nursing intervention during an acute asthma exacerbation is to administer short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs) as prescribed. SABAs help in quickly relieving bronchospasm and are considered the first-line treatment for acute exacerbations. Administering corticosteroids, positioning the client, and obtaining a peak flow reading are important interventions but come after administering SABAs in the management of acute asthma exacerbation.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is educating a client with peripheral artery disease (PAD). Which statement made by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

A. I should avoid walking for long periods to prevent leg pain. B. I should inspect my feet daily for any sores or wounds. C. I should wear compression stockings to improve circulation. D. I should avoid smoking to prevent further damage to my arteries.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. Walking is crucial in improving circulation in peripheral artery disease; therefore, the client should not avoid walking for long periods. Choices B, C, and D are correct statements for a client with PAD. Inspecting feet daily helps in early detection of sores or wounds, wearing compression stockings improves circulation, and avoiding smoking helps prevent further damage to arteries in PAD.

Question 4 of 5

An older adult patient has just sheared the skin on her elbow while attempting to boost herself up in bed, an event that has precipitated acute inflammation in the region surrounding the wound. Which of the following events will occur during the vascular stage of the patient's inflammation?

A. Outpouring of exudate into interstitial spaces B. Chemotaxis C. Accumulation of leukocytes along epithelium D. Phagocytosis of cellular debris

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: During the vascular stage of inflammation, there is an outpouring of exudate into the interstitial spaces, leading to swelling and edema. Choice B, chemotaxis, occurs during the cellular stage of inflammation, where leukocytes move to the site of injury in response to chemical signals. Choice C, accumulation of leukocytes along the epithelium, is not a typical event during the vascular stage. Phagocytosis of cellular debris, as in choice D, mainly occurs during the resolution stage of inflammation.

Question 5 of 5

When starting on oral contraceptives, what key point should the nurse emphasize about taking the medication consistently?

A. Oral contraceptives should be taken at the same time each day to maintain stable hormone levels and prevent pregnancy. B. Oral contraceptives can be taken at any time of day, as long as the schedule is consistent. C. Oral contraceptives should be taken in the morning to avoid nighttime side effects. D. Oral contraceptives are effective immediately upon starting, regardless of timing.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: When starting on oral contraceptives, it is crucial to take them at the same time each day to maintain stable hormone levels and ensure their effectiveness in preventing pregnancy. Choice B is incorrect because consistency in timing is essential to maximize contraceptive efficacy. Choice C is incorrect as there is no evidence that taking oral contraceptives in the morning helps avoid nighttime side effects. Choice D is incorrect because oral contraceptives do not provide immediate effectiveness and require consistent use to prevent pregnancy.

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