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NURS 504 Exam 4 Questions And Answers Latest Update
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NURS 504 Exam 4 Questions And Answers
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Hyperuricemia causes crystals to precipitate in the synovial fluid. ANS✔✔ An
older adult male patient has begun treatment for gout after an extensive
diagnostic workup. The nurse who is contributing to the patient's care
should understand that gout is a result of what pathophysiological process?
Excess purine intake initiates an autoimmune process that impairs joint
function. Hyperuricemia causes crystals to precipitate in the synovial fluid.
Lack of joint mobility causes impaired uric acid metabolism. Mechanical
damage to the joints results in increased release of uric acid.
Pain intensity, respiratory rate, and level of consciousness ANS✔✔ A nurse
is caring for a patient who is in severe pain and is receiving an opioid
analgesic. Which of the following would be the nurse's priority assessments?
Respiratory rate, seizure activity, and electrolytes Pain intensity,
respiratory rate, and level of consciousness Liver function studies, pain
intensity, and blood glucose level Respiratory rate, pain intensity, and
mental status
The client may begin to demonstrate symptoms of withdrawal. ANS✔✔ The
nurse is caring for a postoperative client with a history of opioid abuse who
has been ordered to receive a dose of an opioid antagonist medication.
Which issues should the nurse be prepared to address?
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During pain assessment, the client may report less pain. The client may
begin to demonstrate symptoms of withdrawal. Double the standard dosage
of the medication may be needed. Multiple doses may be needed to be
therapeutic.
The medication is given for a short time to help the client complete the
withdrawal process ANS✔✔ A family expresses concern when a family
member withdrawing from alcohol is given lorazepam (Ativan). What
information should be given to the family about the medication?
The medication promotes a sense of wellbeing during the client's difficult
withdrawal period The medication is given for a short time to help the client
complete the withdrawal process The medication will help the client forget
about the physical sensations that accompany alcohol withdrawal The
medication helps in the treatment of coexisting diseases, such as cardiac
problems and hypertension
Maintain a patent airway. ANS✔✔ The nurse is admitting a patient with
acute alcohol intoxication. What is the priority intervention for this patient?
Administer benzodiazepines to prevent withdrawal. Observe for signs and
symptoms of gastrointestinal (GI). Plan the discharge to a rehabilitation
facility. Maintain a patent airway.
Administer a subcutaneous triptan. ANS✔✔ A client reports nausea with a
severe headache. On assessment, the nurse learns the client has vomited
several times this hour. What is the best way to treat the client's migraine?
Administer a subcutaneous triptan. Administer an antacid. Administer the
oral medications, then assess to make certain the client retains the
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