NURS 4506 Test 2 (H&H IV) Questions With Complete
Solutions
A patient was admitted to the emergency department (ED) 24
hours earlier with complaints of chest pain that were
subsequently attributed to ST-segment-elevation myocardial
infarction (STEMI). What complication of MI should the nurse
anticipate?
A Unstable angina
B Cardiac tamponade
C Sudden cardiac death
D Cardiac dysrhythmias Correct Answers D Cardiac
dysrhythmias
A patient with a hx of end-stage renal disease secondary to DM
has presented to the outpatient dialysis unit for scheduled
hemodialysis. Which of the following assessments should the
nurse prioritize before, during, & after treatment?
A. LOC.
B. BP and fluid balance.
C. Temperature, HR, & BP.
D. Assessment for S&S of infection. Correct Answers B. BP
and fluid balance.
A pt admitted with HF appears very anxious and complains of
SOB. Which of the following nursing actions would be
appropriate to alleviate this pt's anxiety? (select all that apply)
A. Position patient in a semi-fowlers position.
B. Administer morphine sulphate.
C. Position pt on left side with head of bed flat.
D. Instruct pt on the use of relaxation techniques.
,E. Use a calm, reassuring approach while talking to pt. Correct
Answers A. Position patient in a semi-fowlers position.
B. Administer morphine sulphate.
D. Instruct pt on the use of relaxation techniques.
E. Use calm, reassuring approach while talking to pt.
a pt with a diagnosis of HF has been started on nitroglycerin
patch by the PCP. Which of the following should the nurse teach
the patient to avoid?
A. High-potassium foods.
B. Drugs to treat erectile dysfunction.
C. OTC H2-receptor blockers.
D. NSAIDS. Correct Answers B. Drugs to treat erectile
dysfunction.
A pt with a recent diagnosis of HF has been prescribed
Furosemide in an effort to accomplish which of the following
outcomes?
A. Reduced preload.
B. Decreased after load.
C. Increased contractility.
D. Promote vasodilation. Correct Answers A. Reduced preload.
Eight months after the delivery of her first child, a pt has sought
care because of occasional incontinence that is experienced
when sneezing or laughing. which of the following measures
should the nurse first recommend in an attempt to resolve the
women's incontinence?
A. Kegel exercises.
B. use of adult incontinence pads.
C. Intermittent self-catheterization.
, D. Dietary changes including fluid restriction. Correct Answers
A. Kegel exercises.
For which of the following conditions is Percutaneous Coronary
Intervention (PCI) most clearly indicated?
A. Chronic stable angina.
B. Left-sided HF.
C. Coronary artery disease (CAD).
D. Acute myocardial infarction. Correct Answers D. Acute
myocardial infarction.
Previous administrations of chemotherapy agents to a patient
with cancer have resulted in diarrhea. Which dietary
modification should the nurse recommend?
A. A low-residue (bland), low-fiber diet.
B. A high-protein, high-calorie diet.
C. A diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables.
D. A diet emphasizing whole and organic foods. Correct
Answers A. A low-residue (bland), low-fiber diet.
The community health nurse is planning health promotion
targeted teaching at presenting CAD. Which of the following
individuals would the nurse select as the highest priority for this
intervention?
A. White male.
B. South Asian female.
C. Black male.
D. Indigenous female. Correct Answers A. White male.
Solutions
A patient was admitted to the emergency department (ED) 24
hours earlier with complaints of chest pain that were
subsequently attributed to ST-segment-elevation myocardial
infarction (STEMI). What complication of MI should the nurse
anticipate?
A Unstable angina
B Cardiac tamponade
C Sudden cardiac death
D Cardiac dysrhythmias Correct Answers D Cardiac
dysrhythmias
A patient with a hx of end-stage renal disease secondary to DM
has presented to the outpatient dialysis unit for scheduled
hemodialysis. Which of the following assessments should the
nurse prioritize before, during, & after treatment?
A. LOC.
B. BP and fluid balance.
C. Temperature, HR, & BP.
D. Assessment for S&S of infection. Correct Answers B. BP
and fluid balance.
A pt admitted with HF appears very anxious and complains of
SOB. Which of the following nursing actions would be
appropriate to alleviate this pt's anxiety? (select all that apply)
A. Position patient in a semi-fowlers position.
B. Administer morphine sulphate.
C. Position pt on left side with head of bed flat.
D. Instruct pt on the use of relaxation techniques.
,E. Use a calm, reassuring approach while talking to pt. Correct
Answers A. Position patient in a semi-fowlers position.
B. Administer morphine sulphate.
D. Instruct pt on the use of relaxation techniques.
E. Use calm, reassuring approach while talking to pt.
a pt with a diagnosis of HF has been started on nitroglycerin
patch by the PCP. Which of the following should the nurse teach
the patient to avoid?
A. High-potassium foods.
B. Drugs to treat erectile dysfunction.
C. OTC H2-receptor blockers.
D. NSAIDS. Correct Answers B. Drugs to treat erectile
dysfunction.
A pt with a recent diagnosis of HF has been prescribed
Furosemide in an effort to accomplish which of the following
outcomes?
A. Reduced preload.
B. Decreased after load.
C. Increased contractility.
D. Promote vasodilation. Correct Answers A. Reduced preload.
Eight months after the delivery of her first child, a pt has sought
care because of occasional incontinence that is experienced
when sneezing or laughing. which of the following measures
should the nurse first recommend in an attempt to resolve the
women's incontinence?
A. Kegel exercises.
B. use of adult incontinence pads.
C. Intermittent self-catheterization.
, D. Dietary changes including fluid restriction. Correct Answers
A. Kegel exercises.
For which of the following conditions is Percutaneous Coronary
Intervention (PCI) most clearly indicated?
A. Chronic stable angina.
B. Left-sided HF.
C. Coronary artery disease (CAD).
D. Acute myocardial infarction. Correct Answers D. Acute
myocardial infarction.
Previous administrations of chemotherapy agents to a patient
with cancer have resulted in diarrhea. Which dietary
modification should the nurse recommend?
A. A low-residue (bland), low-fiber diet.
B. A high-protein, high-calorie diet.
C. A diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables.
D. A diet emphasizing whole and organic foods. Correct
Answers A. A low-residue (bland), low-fiber diet.
The community health nurse is planning health promotion
targeted teaching at presenting CAD. Which of the following
individuals would the nurse select as the highest priority for this
intervention?
A. White male.
B. South Asian female.
C. Black male.
D. Indigenous female. Correct Answers A. White male.
