NNMCB COMBINED 3 LATEST VERSIONS GRADED A UPDATED APRIL 2023

NNMCB COMBINED 3 LATEST VERSIONS GRADED A UPDATED APRIL 2023 1. Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension? A. 45-year-old African American attorney B. 60-year-old Asian American shop owner C. 40-year-old Caucasian nurse D. 55-year-old Hispanic teacher 1. Answer: A: 45-year-old African American attorney The incidence of hypertension is greater among African Americans than other groups in the US. The incidence among the Hispanic population is rising. 2. A child who ingested 15 maximum strength acetaminophen tablets 45 minutes ago is seen in the emergency department. Which of these orders should the nurse do first? A. Gastric lavage PRN B. Acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) for age per pharmacy C. Start an IV Dextrose 5% with 0.33% normal saline to keep vein open D. Activated charcoal per pharmacy 2. Answer: A: Gastric lavage PRN Removing as much of the drug as possible is the first step in treatment for this drug overdose. This is best done by gastric lavage. The next drug to give would be activated charcoal, then mucomyst and lastly the IV fluids. 3. Which complication of cardiac catheterization should the nurse monitor for in the initial 24 hours after the procedure? A. angina at rest B. thrombus formation C. dizziness D. falling blood pressure 3. Answer: B: thrombus formation Thrombus formation in the coronary arteries is a potential problem in the initial 24 hours after a cardiac catheterization. A falling BP occurs along with hemorrhage of the insertion site which is associated with the first 12 hours after the procedure. 4. A client is admitted to the emergency room with renal calculi and is complaining of moderate to severe flank pain and nausea. The client’s temperature is 100.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The priority nursing goal for this client is: A. Maintain fluid and electrolyte balance B. Control nausea C. Manage pain D. Prevent urinary tract infection 4. Answer: C: Manage pain The immediate goal of therapy is to alleviate the client’s pain. 5. What would the nurse expect to see while assessing the growth of children during their school age years? A. Decreasing amounts of body fat and muscle mass B. Little change in body appearance from year to year C. Progressive height increase of 4 inches each year D. Yearly weight gain of about 5.5 pounds per year 5. Answer: D: Yearly weight gain of about 5.5 pounds per year School age children gain about 5.5 pounds each year and increase about 2 inches in height. 6. At a community health fair, the blood pressure of a 62-year-old client is 160/96 mmHg. The client states “My blood pressure is usually much lower.” The nurse should tell the client to A. go get a blood pressure check within the next 48 to 72 hours B. check blood pressure again in two (2) months C. see the health care provider immediately D. visit the health care provider within one (1) week for a BP check 6. Answer: A: go get a blood pressure check within the next 48 to 72 hours The blood pressure reading is moderately high with the need to have it rechecked in a few days. The client states it is ‘usually much lower.’ Thus a concern exists for complications such as stroke. However, immediate check by the provider of care is not warranted. Waiting 2 months or a week for follow-up is too long. 7. The hospital has sounded the call for a disaster drill on the evening shift. Which of these clients would the nurse put first on the list to be discharged in order to make a room available for a new admission? A. A middle-aged client with a history of being ventilator dependent for over seven (7) years and nmjadmitted with bacterial pneumonia five days ago. B. A young adult with diabetes mellitus Type 2 for over ten (10) years and admitted with antibiotic-induced diarrhea 24 hours ago. C. An elderly client with a history of hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and lupus, and was admitted with Stevens-Johnson syndrome that morning. D. An adolescent with a positive HIV test and admitted for acute cellulitis of the lower leg 48 hours ago. 7. Answer: A: A middle-aged client with a history of being ventilator dependent for over 7 years and admitted with bacterial pneumonia five days ago The best candidate for discharge is one who has had a chronic condition and is most familiar with their care. This client in option A is most likely stable and could continue medication therapy at home. 8. A client has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism and will take levothyroxine (Synthroid) 50 mcg/day by mouth. As part of the teaching plan, the nurse emphasizes that this medication: A. Should be taken in the morning