PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS A
COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE EXAM 2026/2027
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A client returns from surgery with a fine, reddened rash noted
around the area where providone iodine prep had been applied
prior to surgery. Nursing notation in the client's document
should include which observation?
1. Time and circumstances under which the rash was noted.
2. Explanation given to the client and family of the reason
for the rash.
3. Notation on an allergy list and notification of the health
care provider.
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,4. The need for application of corticosteroid cream to
decrease inflammation. - ✔✔✔ANSWER-Strategy:
Answers are implementation. Determine the outcome of each
answer. Is it desired?
(1) would be noted, but is not as high a priority
(2) inappropriate
(3) correct—suspected reaction to drugs should be reported to
the health care provider and noted on list of possible allergies
(4) inappropriate
A client receives a blood transfusion and experiences a
hemolytic reaction. The nurse anticipates which
assessment findings?
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,Select all that apply.
1. Hypotension.
2. Low back pain.
3. Wet breath sounds.
4. Fever.
5. Urticaria.
6. Severe shortness of breath. - ✔✔✔ANSWER-
Strategy: Think about a hemolytic reaction and the symptoms.
1) CORRECT - blood pressure drops.
2) CORRECT - classic symptom related to hemolytic reaction.
3) related to circulatory overload.
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, 4) CORRECT - fever is an expected symptom.
5) related to an allergic reaction.
6) related to circulatory overload.
The nurse develops a comprehensive care plan for the young
client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. The nurse refers the
client to assertiveness skills classes. The nurse knows that this is
an appropriate intervention because this client may exhibit
which issue?
1. Aggressive behaviors and angry feelings.
2. Self-identity and self-esteem.
3. Focusing on reality.
4. Family boundary intrusions. - ✔✔✔ANSWER- Strategy:
Think about each answer.
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