NUR 170 EXAM 3 /NUR170 Exam 3 Actual Exam
NUR 170 EXAM 3 /NUR170 EXAM 3 ACTUAL EXAM NEWEST
2025/2026 WITH COMPLETE 200+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+||BRAND NEW VERSION!
The nurse is reviewing the medication history for a client diagnosed with
rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who has been ordered to start sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)
therapy. The nurse plans to contact the health care provider if the client has which
condition?
Sulfa allergy
Before administering prednisone IV push to a middle-aged adult with rheumatoid
arthritis (RA), the nurse notes that the client's random blood glucose level is 139
mg/dl (7.7 mmol/L). Which action is most important for the nurse to take?
Administer the prescribed prednisone on schedule.
Which instructions for joint protection does the nurse recommend for a client
with a connective tissue disease?
Use long-handled devices such as a reacher.
Use adaptive devices such as Velcro closures.
The nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client diagnosed with osteoarthritis
(OA). The nurse includes which instruction in the teaching plan?
Wear supportive shoes.
The nurse is caring for an older, alert adult client diagnosed with osteoarthritis.
Which client statement indicates to the nurse that the client is using effective
coping strategies?
"The bus is coming to pick me up from the senior center three times a week so I
can play cards."
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, NUR 170 EXAM 3 /NUR170 Exam 3 Actual Exam
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results for a client with a possible
pituitary disorder. Which information requires immediate intervention by the
nurse?
Serum sodium 110 mEq/L (110 mmol/L)
The charge nurse on the medical-surgical unit is making client assignments for the
shift. Which client is the most appropriate to assign to an LPN/LVN?
Client with Cushing's syndrome who requires orthostatic vital signs assessments
A client with an endocrine disorder says, "I can't, you know, satisfy my wife
anymore." What is the nurse's best response?
"Can you please tell me more?"
The nurse is teaching a client about proper nutrition to prevent an endocrine
disorder. Which food does the nurse suggest adding to the diet when the client
indicates a dislike of fish?
Iodized salt
A client is hospitalized for pituitary function testing. Which nursing action included
in the client's plan of care will be most appropriate for the RN to delegate to the
LPN/LVN?
Administer regular insulin for the growth hormone stimulation test.
When caring for the older adult with decreased antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
production, the nurse would include which of these in the plan of care?
Encourage fluids every 2 hours.
The nurse is caring for a client who has frequent episodes of hypoglycemia with
loss of consciousness. During interdisciplinary rounds, which of these does the
nurse suggest the client's family learn to use?
Glucagon
The nurse is instructing a client who will undergo an adrenal suppression test.
Which statement by the client indicates that teaching was effective?
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, NUR 170 EXAM 3 /NUR170 Exam 3 Actual Exam
"I am being tested to see whether my hormone glands are hyperactive."
A client is hospitalized with a possible disorder of the adrenal cortex. Which
nursing activity is best for the charge nurse to delegate to an experienced nursing
assistant?
Check the client's blood glucose levels every 4 hours.
The nurse is teaching a client about the correct procedure for a 24-hour urine test
for a hormone level. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further
teaching?
"I will not eat any protein when I am collecting urine for this test."
The client tells the visiting nurse his blood glucose values over the last week have
been excellent. Which of these resources does the nurse evaluate to verify the
client's statement?
Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c)
The nurse is caring for a client with a parathyroid dysfunction. Which comment by
the client indicates a need for further assessment?
"Lately, I lose my temper more quickly."
After a cardiac catheterization, the client needs to increase his or her fluid intake
for which reason?
The dye causes an osmotic diuresis.
A client who is suffering from dyspnea on exertion and congestive heart failure
(CHF) will most likely report which symptom during the health history?
Fatigue
Which statement by the client with a recent cardiovascular diagnosis indicates
maladaptive denial?
"I don't need to change. It hasn't killed me yet."
Which client has the highest risk for cardiovascular disease?
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NUR 170 EXAM 3 /NUR170 EXAM 3 ACTUAL EXAM NEWEST
2025/2026 WITH COMPLETE 200+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+||BRAND NEW VERSION!
The nurse is reviewing the medication history for a client diagnosed with
rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who has been ordered to start sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)
therapy. The nurse plans to contact the health care provider if the client has which
condition?
Sulfa allergy
Before administering prednisone IV push to a middle-aged adult with rheumatoid
arthritis (RA), the nurse notes that the client's random blood glucose level is 139
mg/dl (7.7 mmol/L). Which action is most important for the nurse to take?
Administer the prescribed prednisone on schedule.
Which instructions for joint protection does the nurse recommend for a client
with a connective tissue disease?
Use long-handled devices such as a reacher.
Use adaptive devices such as Velcro closures.
The nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client diagnosed with osteoarthritis
(OA). The nurse includes which instruction in the teaching plan?
Wear supportive shoes.
The nurse is caring for an older, alert adult client diagnosed with osteoarthritis.
Which client statement indicates to the nurse that the client is using effective
coping strategies?
"The bus is coming to pick me up from the senior center three times a week so I
can play cards."
1|Page
, NUR 170 EXAM 3 /NUR170 Exam 3 Actual Exam
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results for a client with a possible
pituitary disorder. Which information requires immediate intervention by the
nurse?
Serum sodium 110 mEq/L (110 mmol/L)
The charge nurse on the medical-surgical unit is making client assignments for the
shift. Which client is the most appropriate to assign to an LPN/LVN?
Client with Cushing's syndrome who requires orthostatic vital signs assessments
A client with an endocrine disorder says, "I can't, you know, satisfy my wife
anymore." What is the nurse's best response?
"Can you please tell me more?"
The nurse is teaching a client about proper nutrition to prevent an endocrine
disorder. Which food does the nurse suggest adding to the diet when the client
indicates a dislike of fish?
Iodized salt
A client is hospitalized for pituitary function testing. Which nursing action included
in the client's plan of care will be most appropriate for the RN to delegate to the
LPN/LVN?
Administer regular insulin for the growth hormone stimulation test.
When caring for the older adult with decreased antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
production, the nurse would include which of these in the plan of care?
Encourage fluids every 2 hours.
The nurse is caring for a client who has frequent episodes of hypoglycemia with
loss of consciousness. During interdisciplinary rounds, which of these does the
nurse suggest the client's family learn to use?
Glucagon
The nurse is instructing a client who will undergo an adrenal suppression test.
Which statement by the client indicates that teaching was effective?
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, NUR 170 EXAM 3 /NUR170 Exam 3 Actual Exam
"I am being tested to see whether my hormone glands are hyperactive."
A client is hospitalized with a possible disorder of the adrenal cortex. Which
nursing activity is best for the charge nurse to delegate to an experienced nursing
assistant?
Check the client's blood glucose levels every 4 hours.
The nurse is teaching a client about the correct procedure for a 24-hour urine test
for a hormone level. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further
teaching?
"I will not eat any protein when I am collecting urine for this test."
The client tells the visiting nurse his blood glucose values over the last week have
been excellent. Which of these resources does the nurse evaluate to verify the
client's statement?
Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c)
The nurse is caring for a client with a parathyroid dysfunction. Which comment by
the client indicates a need for further assessment?
"Lately, I lose my temper more quickly."
After a cardiac catheterization, the client needs to increase his or her fluid intake
for which reason?
The dye causes an osmotic diuresis.
A client who is suffering from dyspnea on exertion and congestive heart failure
(CHF) will most likely report which symptom during the health history?
Fatigue
Which statement by the client with a recent cardiovascular diagnosis indicates
maladaptive denial?
"I don't need to change. It hasn't killed me yet."
Which client has the highest risk for cardiovascular disease?
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