MED SURG III | QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS| 100% CORRECT| A GRADE- HERZING
QUESTION
The nurse is conducting a wellness class for a group of African American clients. When
addressing the topic of health screenings, the nurse informs the group about which
recommendation by the American Cancer Societv for early detection of prostate cancer
Answer:
Digital rectal exam by age 45
QUESTION
The nurse is preparing to administer the cytotoxic agent, cabazitaxel, to a client with prostate
cancer. The drug is to be given through the client's port and the dosage is ordered at 25 mg/m2.
After reconstitution, the resultant solution contains 10 mg/mL of cabazitaxel.What amount
would the client receive if the BSA was 1.65m2. _ml
Answer:
4.125 ml rounds to 4
QUESTION
Pt w chest tube for management of pnuemothorax which observation would require contacting
the physician following assessment
Answer:
Continuous bubbling in water seal compartment
QUESTION
, Which of the following interventions would be included in plan or care for w patient on
ventilator with tracheostomy
Answer:
Maintain tracheotomy cuff pressure between 20-25
QUESTION
Nurse is caring for pt on mechanical vent . Vent alarm goes off and nurse enters room. Pt does
not seem in distress what to do next
Answer:
Check ventilator to determine cause
QUESTION
Caring for pt after thoracotomy for lung cancer which assessment finding would prompt nurse
to notify HCP
Answer:
Pt is coughing up pink frothy sputum
QUESTION
Education for pt diagnosed with esophageal varices. Which of the following does the nurse tell
pt to avoid ? SATA
Answer:
-acidic or irritating drinks
-lifting heavy objects
-alcohol
-straining with stools
-aspirin