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, Question 1
A client is scheduled to have a graded exercise test. The nurse explains to
the client that the test will determine how: Page | 2
You Selected:
well the body reacts to controlled exercise stress.
Correct response:
well the body reacts to controlled exercise stress.
Explanation:
Graded exercise testing is a diagnostic and prognostic tool used to
determine the physiologic responses to controlled exercise stress.
Information gained from a graded exercise test can achieve diagnostic,
functional, and therapeutic objectives for the client. Graded exercise
tests involve the use of a treadmill, stationary bicycle, or arm
ergometry. The information obtained from this test is not used to set
the incline on the treadmill, and measuring the distance walked and the
duration of the walk are not the purpose of a graded exercise test.
Remediation:
Electrocardiography, exercise
Question 2
A nurse should include which discharge instruction for clients receiving
tricyclic antidepressants?
You Selected:
Restrict fluid and sodium intake while using this medication.
Correct response:
Don't consume alcohol while using this medication.
Explanation:
Drinking alcohol can potentiate the sedating action of tricyclic
antidepressants. Dry mouth and blurred vision are normal adverse effects
of tricyclic antidepressants.
BSC 2085 NCSBN NCLEX Test Bank (2025–2026) | 200+
Questions & Rationales | NCLEX-RN & PN Prep |
GRADED A+
, Question 1
A client is scheduled to have a graded exercise test. The nurse explains to
the client that the test will determine how: Page | 2
You Selected:
well the body reacts to controlled exercise stress.
Correct response:
well the body reacts to controlled exercise stress.
Explanation:
Graded exercise testing is a diagnostic and prognostic tool used to
determine the physiologic responses to controlled exercise stress.
Information gained from a graded exercise test can achieve diagnostic,
functional, and therapeutic objectives for the client. Graded exercise
tests involve the use of a treadmill, stationary bicycle, or arm
ergometry. The information obtained from this test is not used to set
the incline on the treadmill, and measuring the distance walked and the
duration of the walk are not the purpose of a graded exercise test.
Remediation:
Electrocardiography, exercise
Question 2
A nurse should include which discharge instruction for clients receiving
tricyclic antidepressants?
You Selected:
Restrict fluid and sodium intake while using this medication.
Correct response:
Don't consume alcohol while using this medication.
Explanation:
Drinking alcohol can potentiate the sedating action of tricyclic
antidepressants. Dry mouth and blurred vision are normal adverse effects
of tricyclic antidepressants.
