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The LPN is collecting data for the initial assessment of a patient upon admission to a Long-term care facility before giving the patient’s prescribed drugs. Which action should the LPNconsider to be the highest priority? a. Obtain anyspecial equipment that will be needed to give the patient’s drug. b. Monitorthe patient for a response to the drug given. c. Collect data aboutthe patient and the patient’s health condition. d. Review the nursing care plan to verifythat it is accurate.AN...

1. At nucleus , which is essential for function and survival of at cell. A) is at site of protein synatsis B) contains at genetic code C) transforms cellular energy D) initiates aerobic metabolism1. At nucleus , which is essential for function and survival of at cell. A) is at site of protein synatsis B) contains at genetic code C) transforms cellular energy D) initiates aerobic metabolism

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a possible cataract. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to report? 1) Decreased color perception 2) Loss of peripheral vision 3) Bright flashes of light 4) Eyestrain

A nurse is assessing a client who experiences occasional feelings of sadness because of the recentdeath of a beloved pet. The client’s appetite, sleep patterns, and daily routine have not changed. How would the nurse interpret the client’sbehaviors? 1. The client’s behaviors demonstrate mental illness in the formof depression. 2. The client’s behaviors are inappropriate, which indicatesthe presence of mentalillness. 3. The client’s behaviors are not congruent with cultural no...

Which of the following would be the most likely cause of an iatrogenic disease? a. An inherited disorder b. A combination ofspecific etiological factors c. An unwanted effect of a prescribed drug d. Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals in the environment ANS: C

What is a nursing program considered when certified by a state agency? a. Accredited b. Approved c. Provisional d. Exemplified ANS: B Approved means certified by a state agency for having met minimum standards; accredited means certified by the NLN for having met more complex standards. Provisional and exemplified are not terms used in regard to nursing program certification.

A male client has right-sided hemiplegia following a left cerebrovascular accident (CVA). His sitting balance has improved, and he is now able to sit In a wheelchair. Toassist the client in transferring from the bed to a wheelchair, what action should the nurse take? A) Have the client put both arms around the nurse’s neck for support. B) Place the wheelchair on the client’s left side. C) Instruct the client to look at his feet. D) Instruct the client total slow, deep breaths while tr...

The nurse is caring for a group of patients on a medical– surgical unit. The licensed practical nurse/licensed vocationalnurse (LPN/LVN) assesses the patient experiencing a low blood glucosefirst. Which process was needed to make this decision? 1. Application of clinical judgment 2. Recommendation of the registered nurse (RN) 3. Understanding of what regulates blood glucose levels 4. Knowing the patient’s past medical history ANS: 1 Chapter: Chapter 1. Critical Thinking, Clinical...

All of the following would be considered subjective data, EXCEPT: a. Patient-reported health history b. Patient-reported signs and symptoms of their illness c. Financial barriers reported by the patient’s caregiver. d. Vital signs obtained from the medical record. ANS: D. Subjective data is based on what patients or family members communicate to the nurse. Patient-reported health history, signs and symptoms, and caregiver reportedfinancial barriers would be considered subjective data...

Pretest 1. A die is rolled once. What is the probability of getting the number 5? A. ⅙ B. ⅖ C. ⅕ D. ⅚ 2. Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence. The veterinary technician gave the dog a cursory examination. A. Rigorous B. Thorough C. Concentrated D. Quick