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PNR 408 Test 2 Questions With Complete SolutionsNursing theory IV Test 2 - Ch 36, 38, 40, 45-46, 48-49 Cardiac
Dysrhythmias/CAD/ACS and aneurysms; Liver, pancreas and
biliary tract problems (cirrhosis, hepatitis, pancreatitis); Lower
GI problems (obstruction, cancer, peritonitis, IBDs);
Renal/urological problems & CKD/AKI
_____________________ is the most life-threatening of the
fluid and electrolyte changes that occur in patients with renal
disturbances. Correct Answers Hypokalemia
_______________bacteria is responsible for 54.7% of UTIs.
Correct Answers E coli
(From prev question) Ms. Sawchuk's condition deteriorates, and
she requires an ileostomy. What would her postoperative care
include?
a)Removing rectal packing 4 hours after surgery
b)Continuous, slow feedings via nasogastric tube
c)Monitoring intake and output accurately
d)Removing the nasogastric tube on arrival at the unit Correct
Answers C
(From prev question) The practical nurse teaches Ms. Sawchuk
about nutrition related to her ileostomy. Which of the following
foods may cause an obstruction and should be avoided by Ms.
Sawchuk?
a)Raw fruits and vegetables
,b)Beans and legumes
c)Eggs
d)Cheese Correct Answers A
(From prev question) What is the likely initial treatment for this
patient?
a)diet low in potassium
b)rest
c)antibiotics
d)antihypertensives Correct Answers B
A 2-year-old is hospitalized with suspected intussusception.
Which finding is associated with intussusception?
a. "Currant jelly" stools
b. Projectile vomiting
c. "Ribbonlike" stools
d. Palpable mass over the flank Correct Answers A
The child with intussusception has stools that contain blood and
mucus, which are described as "currant jelly" stools.
A cleansing enema is ordered for a 55-year-old client before
intestinal surgery. What is the maximum amount of fluid used?
a. 150 to 200 mL
b. 200 to 400 mL
c. 400 to 750 mL
d. 750 to 1000 mL Correct Answers D
, A client was admitted to the emergency department 24 hours
earlier with symptoms of chest pain that were subsequently
attributed to ST-segment-elevation myocardial infarction
(STEMI). Which of the following complications of MI should
the nurse anticipate?
a)Unstable angina
b)Cardiac tamponade
c)Sudden cardiac death
d)Cardiac dysrhythmias Correct Answers D
A client who had abdominal surgery 2 days ago has orders for
IV morphine sulphate 4 mg every 2 hours and a clear liquid diet.
If the client feels distended and has sharp, cramping gas pains,
which following intervention is the most appropriate?
a. Obtain an order for a laxative.
b. Withhold all oral fluid and food.
c. Assist the client to ambulate in the hall.
d. Administer the prescribed morphine sulphate. Correct
Answers C
A client with a bowel resection and anastamosis returns to his
room with an NG tube attached to intermittent suction. Which of
the following observations indicates that the nasogastric suction
is working properly?
a. The client's abdomen is soft.
b. The client is able to swallow.
c. The client has active bowel sounds.
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