Answers 2023/2026
.A good diet plan for HIV positive patient - ANSWER-High everything! Hi protein,
potassium, calories.
.Aching sharp cramping pain brought on by exercise and elevated rest is what? -
ANSWER-Arterial disorder.
.Caring for a 64 year old patient who has undergone cardiac catheterization. To
predict and manage potential complications, the nurse will implement this for
safety. - ANSWER-Check the vital signs and the puncture site for bleeding
.Caring for patient after angiogram. What intervention should the nurse
implement? - ANSWER-Increase fluids to flush the contrast
.Caring for patient scheduled for endoscopic procedure. Which statement by pt.
indicates need for further teaching? - ANSWER-I won't eat before the procedure
but I can have fluids to drink immediately after it is done.
.Caring for patient who is recovering from a routine colonoscopy. Abnormal
distention and bleeding. What is a potential complication? - ANSWER-
Perforation
.Caring for patient who reports cool feet, shiny shins, and pain in lower legs
when walking. What assessment data should the LPN collect? (SATA) - ANSWER-
,Do you monitor your BP, do you have diabetes, does the pain go away when
you sit down, and are you a smoker?
.Caring for patient with diabetes, hypertension, that is asking of ways to prevent
peripheral vascular disease. What interventions would the LPN include in the
education? (SATA) - ANSWER-Attaining an A1C of 9%, Smoking cessation, eat a
heart healthy diet
.Caring for patient with DIC. Which statement needs addressed immediately? -
ANSWER-Pulmonary edema
.Caring for patient with Lupus, what teaching should be included (SATA) -
ANSWER-Avoid direct sunlight, wear protective clothing, balance rest and
activity, and eat foods low in sodium
.Caring for patient with pneumocystis pneumonia and Kaposi sarcoma. Which
test would the nurse expect to be ordered for this patient? - ANSWER-CB4
(Tcell) and Viral load.
.Caring for patient with severe anemia. Which lab could help find the cause of
the anemia? - ANSWER-Hemoccult
.Caring for patient with sickle cell anemia. Which statement indicates need for
further teaching? - ANSWER-I will need to take B12 injections for the rest of my
life.
.CHF- what labs and/or diagnostic tests would you expect to see? - ANSWER-
BNP, chest x-ray, jvd (jugular vein distention), crackles in the lungs
, .Client is showing signs of dementia. The nurse will practice which guidelines for
reality orientation? (SATA) - ANSWER-Set routine and be consistent, be truthful
in your responses, and engage them in simple tasks that have a purpose.
.Diabetic patient with MRSA. Which statement demonstrates understanding of
insulin administration? - ANSWER-I will administer my Novolog 2 units as
prescribed.
.Diabetic Type II in the ER lethargic and responding only to pain. What should
the nurse do next? - ANSWER-Give glucagon gel between cheeks and gums.
.Discharge instructions for a patient taking Lovenox. What side effect will he
report to Dr. immediately? - ANSWER-Dark, loose stools
.During education of RA, what is important to note - ANSWER-This condition can
affect many body organs at once
.Ferrous sulfate has what types of side effects? - ANSWER-black stool, staining
of teeth, constipation
.Head lice - ANSWER-olive oil and vasoline to smother
.HIV + mother states "I am so glad by child does not have it". What do you say? -
ANSWER-Your child looks great for now, but it can take up to 18 months for
some children to show symptoms.