NURS 327 Exam 3 Newest / NURS 327 Exam 3 Preparation
NURS 327 EXAM 3 NEWEST / NURS 327 EXAM 3 PREPARATION
/NURS 327 EXAM 3 PRACTICE EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS| BRAND NEW VERSION!
The nurse is inserting a nasoenteric tube for a patient with a paralytic ileus. How
long does the nurse anticipate the tube will be required? (Select all that apply.) -
Correct Answer-Until bowel sound is present
Until flatus is passed
Until peristalsis is resumed
A nurse is caring for a patient receiving parenteral nutrition at home. The patient
was discharged from the acute care facility 4 days ago. Which of the following
would the nurse include in the patient's plan of care? Select all that apply. -
Correct Answer-Calorie counts for oral nutrients
Daily weights
Intake and output monitoring
The client cannot tolerate oral feedings due to an intestinal obstruction and is
NPO. A central line has been inserted, and the client is being started on parenteral
nutrition (PN). The nurse performs the following actions while the client receives
PN (select all that apply): - Correct Answer-Weigh the client every day.
Check blood glucose level every 6 hours.
Document intake and output.
A nurse suspects that a patient is developing rebound hypoglycemia secondary to
parenteral nutrition being discontinued too rapidly. Which of the following would
support the nurse's suspicions? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Shakiness
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Tachycardia
Weakness
Confusion
A nurse is providing education to a client with GERD. The client asks what
measures can be taken independently to help reduce the symptoms. Which
interventions would the nurse recommend? Select all that apply. - Correct
Answer-maintaining an upright position following meals
avoiding foods that intensify symptoms
Health teaching for a patient with GERD is directed toward decreasing lower
esophageal sphincter pressure and irritation. The nurse instructs the patient to do
which of the following? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Avoid beer,
especially in the evening.
Elevate the head of the bed on 6- to 8-inch blocks.
Elevate the upper body on pillows.
A client with peptic ulcer disease wants to know nonpharmacologic ways that he
can prevent recurrence. Which of the following measures would the nurse
recommend? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Smoking cessation
Avoidance of alcohol
Following a regular schedule for rest, relaxation, and meals
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient with peptic ulcer disease.
What nursing interventions should be included in the care plan? Select all that
apply. - Correct Answer-Frequently monitoring hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
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Observing stools and vomitus for color, consistency, and volume
Checking the blood pressure and pulse rate every 15 to 20 minutes
A nurse is monitoring a client with peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following
assessment findings would most likely indicate perforation of the ulcer? Choose all
that apply. - Correct Answer-Tachycardia
Hypotension
A rigid, board-like abdomen
An examiner is performing the physical assessment of the rectum, perianal region,
and anus. While this examination can be uncomfortable for many clients, health
care providers must approach it in a prepared, confident manner. Which of the
following considerations will help this examination flow smoothly and efficiently
for both provider and client? Select all that apply.
Dim the lights to decrease the client's embarrassment. Ask the client to produce a
bowel movement after the procedure.
Ask the client to bear down for visual inspection. Position the client on the right
side with the knees up to the chest.
Cleanse gloved fingers with water to allow for easy insertion. - Correct Answer-
Position the client on the right side with the knees up to the chest.
Ask the client to bear down for visual inspection.
A client has a nasogastric tube for continuous tube feeding. The nurse does all the
following every shift to verify placement (select all options that apply):
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Compares exposed tube length with original measurement
Visually assesses the color of the aspirate
Checks the pH of the gastric contents
Confirms the tip of the tube with radiology
Inserts 30 mL of tap water through the nasogastric tube - Correct Answer-
Compares exposed tube length with original measurement
Visually assesses the color of the aspirate
Checks the pH of the gastric contents
A patient receiving tube feedings has prescriptions for several drugs. Which of the
following drugs would the nurse expect to administer to the patient without any
special preparation? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Liquid stool softener
Sublingual nitroglycerin
A nurse is assessing a patient receiving tube feedings and suspects dumping
syndrome. Which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect this? Select all
that apply. - Correct Answer-Diarrhea
Tachycardia
Diaphoresis
When assessing whether a patient is a candidate for home parenteral nutrition,
which of the following would be important to address? Select all that apply.
Marital status, Motivation for learning, Health status, Telephone access, Family
support - Correct Answer-Family support
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NURS 327 EXAM 3 NEWEST / NURS 327 EXAM 3 PREPARATION
/NURS 327 EXAM 3 PRACTICE EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS| BRAND NEW VERSION!
The nurse is inserting a nasoenteric tube for a patient with a paralytic ileus. How
long does the nurse anticipate the tube will be required? (Select all that apply.) -
Correct Answer-Until bowel sound is present
Until flatus is passed
Until peristalsis is resumed
A nurse is caring for a patient receiving parenteral nutrition at home. The patient
was discharged from the acute care facility 4 days ago. Which of the following
would the nurse include in the patient's plan of care? Select all that apply. -
Correct Answer-Calorie counts for oral nutrients
Daily weights
Intake and output monitoring
The client cannot tolerate oral feedings due to an intestinal obstruction and is
NPO. A central line has been inserted, and the client is being started on parenteral
nutrition (PN). The nurse performs the following actions while the client receives
PN (select all that apply): - Correct Answer-Weigh the client every day.
Check blood glucose level every 6 hours.
Document intake and output.
A nurse suspects that a patient is developing rebound hypoglycemia secondary to
parenteral nutrition being discontinued too rapidly. Which of the following would
support the nurse's suspicions? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Shakiness
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, NURS 327 Exam 3 Newest / NURS 327 Exam 3 Preparation
Tachycardia
Weakness
Confusion
A nurse is providing education to a client with GERD. The client asks what
measures can be taken independently to help reduce the symptoms. Which
interventions would the nurse recommend? Select all that apply. - Correct
Answer-maintaining an upright position following meals
avoiding foods that intensify symptoms
Health teaching for a patient with GERD is directed toward decreasing lower
esophageal sphincter pressure and irritation. The nurse instructs the patient to do
which of the following? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Avoid beer,
especially in the evening.
Elevate the head of the bed on 6- to 8-inch blocks.
Elevate the upper body on pillows.
A client with peptic ulcer disease wants to know nonpharmacologic ways that he
can prevent recurrence. Which of the following measures would the nurse
recommend? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Smoking cessation
Avoidance of alcohol
Following a regular schedule for rest, relaxation, and meals
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient with peptic ulcer disease.
What nursing interventions should be included in the care plan? Select all that
apply. - Correct Answer-Frequently monitoring hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
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, NURS 327 Exam 3 Newest / NURS 327 Exam 3 Preparation
Observing stools and vomitus for color, consistency, and volume
Checking the blood pressure and pulse rate every 15 to 20 minutes
A nurse is monitoring a client with peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following
assessment findings would most likely indicate perforation of the ulcer? Choose all
that apply. - Correct Answer-Tachycardia
Hypotension
A rigid, board-like abdomen
An examiner is performing the physical assessment of the rectum, perianal region,
and anus. While this examination can be uncomfortable for many clients, health
care providers must approach it in a prepared, confident manner. Which of the
following considerations will help this examination flow smoothly and efficiently
for both provider and client? Select all that apply.
Dim the lights to decrease the client's embarrassment. Ask the client to produce a
bowel movement after the procedure.
Ask the client to bear down for visual inspection. Position the client on the right
side with the knees up to the chest.
Cleanse gloved fingers with water to allow for easy insertion. - Correct Answer-
Position the client on the right side with the knees up to the chest.
Ask the client to bear down for visual inspection.
A client has a nasogastric tube for continuous tube feeding. The nurse does all the
following every shift to verify placement (select all options that apply):
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, NURS 327 Exam 3 Newest / NURS 327 Exam 3 Preparation
Compares exposed tube length with original measurement
Visually assesses the color of the aspirate
Checks the pH of the gastric contents
Confirms the tip of the tube with radiology
Inserts 30 mL of tap water through the nasogastric tube - Correct Answer-
Compares exposed tube length with original measurement
Visually assesses the color of the aspirate
Checks the pH of the gastric contents
A patient receiving tube feedings has prescriptions for several drugs. Which of the
following drugs would the nurse expect to administer to the patient without any
special preparation? Select all that apply. - Correct Answer-Liquid stool softener
Sublingual nitroglycerin
A nurse is assessing a patient receiving tube feedings and suspects dumping
syndrome. Which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect this? Select all
that apply. - Correct Answer-Diarrhea
Tachycardia
Diaphoresis
When assessing whether a patient is a candidate for home parenteral nutrition,
which of the following would be important to address? Select all that apply.
Marital status, Motivation for learning, Health status, Telephone access, Family
support - Correct Answer-Family support
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