NUR 200 Exam 4 | Questions and Correct
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the nurse cares for a patient who has experienced a sudden cardiac arrest. Which
substance in the nurse's body will be secreted in large amounts to help the nurse
react in this situation? - ANSWERS epinephrine
what is the function of the antidiuretic hormone when released in the alarm stage
of the general adaptation syndrome/ - ANSWERS promotes fluid retention by
increasing the reabsorption of water by the kidney tubules
a patient complains of a vague, uneasy feeling of dread, and has an elevated heart
rate. which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this patient? - ANSWERS
anxiety
a client becomes verbally abusive to the nurse after having an argument with his
wife. What coping mechanism is this client exhibiting? - ANSWERS
displacement
a patient is in crisis. after assessing the situation, what should the nurse do first? -
ANSWERS ensure the safety of both the nurse and the patient
what will a person deprived of REM sleep for several nights in succession usually
experience? - ANSWERS REM rebound
,what is the impact of benzodiazepines and nonbenzodiazepines on sleep? -
ANSWERS benzodiazepines produce daytime sleepiness and alter the sleep
cycle
which factor has the greatest positive effect on sleep quality? - ANSWERS
sleeping hours in synchrony with circadian rhythm
What is a major factor regulating sleep? - ANSWERS amount of light received
through the eyes
what is the main difference between sleep and rest? - ANSWERS sleep is
characterized by an altered state of consciousness
which patient teaching would be most therapeutic for someone with sleep
disturbance? - ANSWERS do not go to bed feeling upset about a conflict
what would be an expected outcome for a client with disturbed sleep pattern? -
ANSWERS verbalize sleeping better and feeling less fatigued
a client becomes confused when aroused so the nurse can provide treatment.
what stage of sleep was this client most likely experiencing? - ANSWERS N3
North American healthcare culture typically reflects which culture? - ANSWERS
European American
, a young male client of Mexican heritage sustains injuries from a motor vehicle
crash. when assessing this client, the nurse must consider that the client may
possess which view of pain? - ANSWERS endurance of pain longer and report
it less frequently than some patients do
a patient from Italy has lived in the US for years and practices elements from both
cultures. what is this patient demonstrating? - ANSWERS acculturation
a patient of hispanic origin is frustrated because the healthcare team does not
understand the importance of hot and cold therapies. which nursing diagnosis is
most appropriate for this patient? - ANSWERS powerlessness
a patient reports experiencing gas, abdominal bloating, and diarrhea after
consuming milk or cheese. Lactose intolerance might be immediately suspected if
the patient is of which heritage? - ANSWERS african american
which is the appropriate patient outcome for an adult who has disturbed sleep
because of nocturia? - ANSWERS use of an incontinence device at night
which is the most important nursing intervention that supports a patients ability
to sleep in the hospital setting? - ANSWERS limiting unnecessary noise on the
unit
which most common cause of sleep deprivation in the hospital should the nurse
consider when planning care? - ANSWERS fragmented sleep
Detailed Answers (Verified Answers) | Latest
Update 2026/27 | Graded A+
the nurse cares for a patient who has experienced a sudden cardiac arrest. Which
substance in the nurse's body will be secreted in large amounts to help the nurse
react in this situation? - ANSWERS epinephrine
what is the function of the antidiuretic hormone when released in the alarm stage
of the general adaptation syndrome/ - ANSWERS promotes fluid retention by
increasing the reabsorption of water by the kidney tubules
a patient complains of a vague, uneasy feeling of dread, and has an elevated heart
rate. which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this patient? - ANSWERS
anxiety
a client becomes verbally abusive to the nurse after having an argument with his
wife. What coping mechanism is this client exhibiting? - ANSWERS
displacement
a patient is in crisis. after assessing the situation, what should the nurse do first? -
ANSWERS ensure the safety of both the nurse and the patient
what will a person deprived of REM sleep for several nights in succession usually
experience? - ANSWERS REM rebound
,what is the impact of benzodiazepines and nonbenzodiazepines on sleep? -
ANSWERS benzodiazepines produce daytime sleepiness and alter the sleep
cycle
which factor has the greatest positive effect on sleep quality? - ANSWERS
sleeping hours in synchrony with circadian rhythm
What is a major factor regulating sleep? - ANSWERS amount of light received
through the eyes
what is the main difference between sleep and rest? - ANSWERS sleep is
characterized by an altered state of consciousness
which patient teaching would be most therapeutic for someone with sleep
disturbance? - ANSWERS do not go to bed feeling upset about a conflict
what would be an expected outcome for a client with disturbed sleep pattern? -
ANSWERS verbalize sleeping better and feeling less fatigued
a client becomes confused when aroused so the nurse can provide treatment.
what stage of sleep was this client most likely experiencing? - ANSWERS N3
North American healthcare culture typically reflects which culture? - ANSWERS
European American
, a young male client of Mexican heritage sustains injuries from a motor vehicle
crash. when assessing this client, the nurse must consider that the client may
possess which view of pain? - ANSWERS endurance of pain longer and report
it less frequently than some patients do
a patient from Italy has lived in the US for years and practices elements from both
cultures. what is this patient demonstrating? - ANSWERS acculturation
a patient of hispanic origin is frustrated because the healthcare team does not
understand the importance of hot and cold therapies. which nursing diagnosis is
most appropriate for this patient? - ANSWERS powerlessness
a patient reports experiencing gas, abdominal bloating, and diarrhea after
consuming milk or cheese. Lactose intolerance might be immediately suspected if
the patient is of which heritage? - ANSWERS african american
which is the appropriate patient outcome for an adult who has disturbed sleep
because of nocturia? - ANSWERS use of an incontinence device at night
which is the most important nursing intervention that supports a patients ability
to sleep in the hospital setting? - ANSWERS limiting unnecessary noise on the
unit
which most common cause of sleep deprivation in the hospital should the nurse
consider when planning care? - ANSWERS fragmented sleep
