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Question 1 of 5

Which intervention should be performed when assessing a client with an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) for hemodialysis?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Correct Answer: C - Administer IV fluids Rationale: 1. Assess patient's fluid status and hydration level. 2. IV fluids help maintain adequate hydration during hemodialysis. 3. Prevents hypotension and ensures stable blood pressure during the procedure. 4. Improves overall hemodialysis efficiency and patient safety. Summary: A: Checking patency is important, but not the primary intervention for hemodialysis. B: Monitoring for bleeding is crucial but not specific to AVF assessment. D: Applying an airtight dressing is not necessary for AVF assessment.

Question 2 of 5

What should be done for a client who is post-op and develops a fever within the first 48 hours?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Monitor for signs of infection. Within the first 48 hours post-op, fever is often indicative of an infection. Monitoring for signs such as increased pain, redness, swelling, warmth at the surgical site, elevated white blood cell count, and changes in vital signs helps in early detection and prompt treatment of infections. Administering antipyretics (choice A) may help reduce fever but does not address the underlying cause. Administering fluids (choice C) is important for hydration but does not directly address the fever's cause. Performing an abdominal assessment (choice D) is not specific to addressing fever in a post-op client.

Question 3 of 5

What is the most appropriate action when a parent crosses their arms and legs during an interview?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because crossing arms and legs can indicate defensiveness or discomfort, which may suggest the parent is uneasy discussing their son's treatment. This nonverbal cue could signal a need for empathy and sensitivity in communication. Choice A is incorrect as it overlooks the significance of body language. Choice B assumes comfort without considering the context. Choice C assumes tiredness without considering other possibilities. Understanding body language cues can help in building rapport and addressing concerns effectively.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is conducting a physical assessment. The data the nurse would collect vary depending on what?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Step 1: The nurse should prioritize collecting data based on the client's acuity to address immediate needs and ensure patient safety. Step 2: Acuity determines the urgency and intensity of care required, guiding the assessment focus. Step 3: Time available or client cooperation may influence the depth of assessment but do not dictate the data collected. Step 4: The onset of symptoms is important for history-taking but not the primary factor in determining assessment data.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is teaching a patient with chronic hypertension about lifestyle changes. Which of the following is the most appropriate teaching for this patient?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because increasing physical activity and reducing stress are important lifestyle changes for managing chronic hypertension. Exercise helps lower blood pressure and stress reduction techniques can help control hypertension. Option A is incorrect as reducing sodium intake, not increasing it, is recommended. Option C is incorrect as medications for hypertension should be taken as prescribed, not only when blood pressure increases. Option D is incorrect as monitoring blood pressure should be done regularly, but not necessarily every week.

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