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MED SURG chapters 13,14 and 15 nclex f&e practice Exam

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MED SURG chapters 13,14 and 15 nclex f&e practice Exam The nurse observes skin tenting on the back of the older adult client's hand. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate? a. Notify the ph... ysician. b. Examine dependent body areas. c. Assess turgor on the client's forehead. d. Document the finding and continue to monitor. C The client is taking a medication that inhibits aldosterone secretion and release. The nurse assesses for what potential complication? a. Fluid retention b. Hyperkalemia c. Hyponatremia d. Hypervolemia B Which assessment does the nurse use to determine the adequacy of circulation in a client whose blood osmolarity is 250 mOsm/L? a. Measuring urine output b. Measuring abdominal girth c. Monitoring fluid intake d. Comparing radial versus apical pulses A Which statement made by the older adult client alerts the nurse to assess specifically for fluid and electrolyte imbalances? a. "My skin is always so dry, especially here in the Southwest." b. "I often use a glycerin suppository for constipation." c. "I don't drink liquids after 5 PM so I don't have to get up at night." d. "In addition to coffee, I drink at least one glass of water with each meal." C A client has been taught to restrict dietary sodium. Which food selection by the client indicates to the nurse that teaching has been effective? a. Chinese take-out, including steamed rice b. A grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup c. Slices of ham and cheese on whole grain crackers d. A chicken leg, one slice of bread with butter, and steamed carrots D A client is on a potassium-restricted diet. Which protein choice by the client indicates a good understanding of the dietary regimen? a. 1% or 2% milk b. Grilled salmon c. Poached eggs d. Baked chicken C Which assessment finding obtained while taking the history of an older adult client alerts the nurse that the client needs further assessment for fluid or electrolyte imbalance? a. "I am often cold and need to wear a sweater." b. "I seem to urinate more when I drink coffee." c. "In the summer, I feel thirsty more often." d. "My rings seem to be tighter this week." D Which client is at greatest risk for dehydration? a. Younger adult client on bedrest b. Older adult client receiving hypotonic IV fluid c. Younger adult client receiving hypertonic IV fluid d. Older adult client with cognitive impairment D Which question does the nurse ask th [Show More]

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