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After administering pantoprazole to a client with gastroesophageal reflux disorder
(GERD), which statement by the client indicates to the practical nurse (PN) that the
medication is producing the desired effect?
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"I did not experience any heartburn after eating lunch.".
When monitoring a client's abdominal incision, the practical nurse (PN) observes a large
amount of sanguineous drainage on the dressing. Which client data collection
should the PN complete first?
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, Temperature.
A male college student brings his roommate to the clinic because the roommate has
been talking to someone who is not present. The client tells the practical nurse (PN)that
the voices are saying, "Kill, kill.". Which question should the PN ask the client next?
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"Are you planning to obey the voices?.".
A male preoperative client who has already signed the informed consent for a surgical
procedure confides to the practical nurse (PN) that he is really frightened and unsure
about undergoing the surgery. Which priority action should the PN take?
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Notify the charge nurse of the client's concerns about surgery.
An oil retention enema is prescribed for a hospitalized client. The practical nurse (PN)
should administer the enema solution at which temperature?
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The solution should approximate the client's body temperature (98°F or 36°C)
,Which information should the practical nurse (PN) collect during admission
assessment of a terminally ill client to an acute care facility?
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Contact information for client's next of kin.
The practical nurse (PN) is reinforcing dietary instructions with a client who has renal
disease regarding the need to limit salt intake. Which selections for a lunch meal indicate
to the PN that the client is following the diet plan? (Select all that apply.).
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A. Boiled brown rice, 1/2 cup.
D. Grilled chicken, 3 ounces.
E. Vegetables topped with cheddar cheese.
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting with preparation of a client for fecal diversion
surgery. While inserting an indwelling urinary catheter, the client asks if the surgical
opening will be visible. Which action should the PN implement?
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Review the client's expectations of elimination after surgery
, While caring for a client with Guillain-Barre syndrome, which finding should the practical
nurse (PN) report to the charge nurse?
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Irregular heart rate.
A community hit by a hurricane has suffered mass destruction and flooding. Sewage
facilities are non-functioning, and water is contaminated in the area. The practical nurse
(PN) is assisting with the plan of care for clients diagnosed with cholera after an
outbreak. Which intervention has the highest priority?
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Provide fluid and electrolyte replacement.
An unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is completing an orientation assignment and is
caring for a client who needs assistance with bathing. What is the best way for the
practical nurse (PN) to evaluate this UAP's performance?
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Observe the UAP's technique and communication skills during the bath
After administering pantoprazole to a client with gastroesophageal reflux disorder
(GERD), which statement by the client indicates to the practical nurse (PN) that the
medication is producing the desired effect?
Give this one a try later!
"I did not experience any heartburn after eating lunch.".
When monitoring a client's abdominal incision, the practical nurse (PN) observes a large
amount of sanguineous drainage on the dressing. Which client data collection
should the PN complete first?
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, Temperature.
A male college student brings his roommate to the clinic because the roommate has
been talking to someone who is not present. The client tells the practical nurse (PN)that
the voices are saying, "Kill, kill.". Which question should the PN ask the client next?
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"Are you planning to obey the voices?.".
A male preoperative client who has already signed the informed consent for a surgical
procedure confides to the practical nurse (PN) that he is really frightened and unsure
about undergoing the surgery. Which priority action should the PN take?
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Notify the charge nurse of the client's concerns about surgery.
An oil retention enema is prescribed for a hospitalized client. The practical nurse (PN)
should administer the enema solution at which temperature?
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The solution should approximate the client's body temperature (98°F or 36°C)
,Which information should the practical nurse (PN) collect during admission
assessment of a terminally ill client to an acute care facility?
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Contact information for client's next of kin.
The practical nurse (PN) is reinforcing dietary instructions with a client who has renal
disease regarding the need to limit salt intake. Which selections for a lunch meal indicate
to the PN that the client is following the diet plan? (Select all that apply.).
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A. Boiled brown rice, 1/2 cup.
D. Grilled chicken, 3 ounces.
E. Vegetables topped with cheddar cheese.
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting with preparation of a client for fecal diversion
surgery. While inserting an indwelling urinary catheter, the client asks if the surgical
opening will be visible. Which action should the PN implement?
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Review the client's expectations of elimination after surgery
, While caring for a client with Guillain-Barre syndrome, which finding should the practical
nurse (PN) report to the charge nurse?
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Irregular heart rate.
A community hit by a hurricane has suffered mass destruction and flooding. Sewage
facilities are non-functioning, and water is contaminated in the area. The practical nurse
(PN) is assisting with the plan of care for clients diagnosed with cholera after an
outbreak. Which intervention has the highest priority?
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Provide fluid and electrolyte replacement.
An unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is completing an orientation assignment and is
caring for a client who needs assistance with bathing. What is the best way for the
practical nurse (PN) to evaluate this UAP's performance?
Give this one a try later!
Observe the UAP's technique and communication skills during the bath
