ms2 Flashcards
(67 cards)
A nurse is assessing a patient who has been diagnosed with acromegaly. Which of the following is a common physical manifestation of this condition?
A) Diminished facial hair and a small jaw
B) Enlarged hands, feet, and facial features
C) Decreased height and a rounded face
D) Decreased bone density and joint pain
b
A 60-year-old female patient with internal hemorrhoids reports feeling a lump in the anal area after having a bowel movement. She is experiencing mild pain and itching. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
A) Recommend immediate surgery to remove the hemorrhoids.
8) Instruct the patient to apply a warm sitz bath to the affected area.
C) Advise the patient to avoid all physical activity to prevent worsening of the condition.
D) Suggest using a topical corticosteroid cream to reduce inflammation.
b
A nurse is caring for a client with
pheochromocytoma. The nurse should prioritize which of the following actions?
A. Administering antihypertensive medications as prescribed
B. Encouraging high-protein, low-carbohydrate meals
C. Monitoring blood glucose levels regularly
D. Promoting bed rest for the client to reduce stress
a
patient with Cushing’s syndrome is being prepared for discharge after treatment with corticosteroids. The nurse should include which of the following instructions in the discharge teaching?
A) “You should avoid using sunscreen due to increased sensitivity to sunlight.”
B) “You will need to gradually decrease your medication dosage to avoid adrenal crisis.”
C) “You should increase your salt intake to prevent fluid retention.”
D) “You may need to monitor your blood glucose levels more closely, as steroids can increase blood sugar.
d
- A nurse is preparing to discharge a patient with ulcerative colitis who is in remission. The nurse should emphasize which of the following points to prevent relapse of the disease?
A) “Follow a low-fat diet to reduce the risk of flare-ups.”
B) “Avoid alcohol and caffeine, as they can trigger symptoms.
C) “You should take high doses of corticosteroids during times of stress.”
D) “Exercise regularly to maintain bowel health.”
b
55-year-old male patient with a history of smoking and excessive alcohol consumption presents with epigastric pain and bloating. He reports that the pain improves after eating but returns several hours later: Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
A) Acute pancreatitis
8) Gastric ulcen
C) Duodenal ulcer
D) Gallstones
c
A nurse is caring for a patient with hypothyroidism who is being treated with levothyroxine. The patient reports feeling fatigued and cold despite taking the medication. The nurse should first assess for which of the following?
A) Signs of hyperthyroidism
B) Adherence to the prescribed medication regimen
C) Excessive intake of iodine-rich foods
D) Symptoms of an acute thyroid crisis (thyroid storm)
b
nurse is caring for a client who has developed a disorder of the hypothalamus. The nurse should expect to monitor the client for which of the following complications?
A. Diabetes insipidus
B. Cushing’s syndrome
C. Addison’s disease
D. Hyperparathyroidism
a
A patient with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus is being discharged with a prescription for metformin.
The nurse should teach the patient to monitor for which of the following side effects of metformin?
A) Weight gain
B) Gastrointestinal disturbances
C) Hypoglycemia
D) Hair loss
b
A nurse is caring for a client with hyperparathyroidism. Which of the following laboratory findings is most likely?
A. Hypocalcemia
B. Hypercalcemia
C. Low phosphorus levels
D. Elevated thyroxine levels
b
After providing education to a patient with GERD, you ask the patient to list four things they can do to prevent or alleviate signs and symptoms of GERD. Which statement is INCORRECT?
A. “It is best to try to consume small meals throughout the day than eat 3 large ones.”
B. “I’m disappointed that I will have to limit my intake of peppermint and spearmint because I love eating those types of hard candies.”
C. “It is important I avoid eating right before bedtime.”
D. “I will try to lie down after eating a meal to help decrease pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter.”
d
A nurse is caring for a patient with
pheochromocytoma, a tumor of the adrenal medulla.
Which of the following symptoms is most likely to be observed in this patient?
A) Severe hypotension
B) Severe headaches and tachycardia
C) Weight loss and hyperglycemia
D) Cold intolerance and bradycardia
b
patient is admitted to the hospital with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). The nurse should anticipate which of the following as the initial treatment?
A) Administer a dose of insulin intravenously.
B) Start an oral glucose solution to increase blood glucose levels.
C) Administer sodium bicarbonate to correct metabolic acidosis.
D) Provide oral fluids with electrolytes to rehydrate.
a
A nurse is caring for a patient with acute gastritis.
Which of the following is the most important nursing action?
a) Encourage the patient to consume a high-fat diet
b) Administer prescribed antacids or proton pump inhibitors
c) Provide frequent small meals
d) Restrict fluid intake to prevent gastric distention
b
A 28-year-old woman with a history of Crohn’s disease presents with severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, and a fever.
Her laboratory results show an elevated white blood cell count and C-reactive protein (CRP). Which of the following is the nurse’s priority action?
A) Assess for signs of dehydration.
B) Administer an anti-inflammatory medication as prescribed.
C) Perform a fecal occult blood test.
D) Offer the patient a clear liquid diet.
a
The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client following gastrectomy. Which measure will the nurse instruct the client to follow to assist in preventing dumping syndrome?
A.Eat high carbohydrate foods
B. Limit the fluids taken with meals
C.Ambulate following a meal
D.Sit in a high-Fowler’s position during meals
b
A nurse is preparing to administer radioactive iodine
(RAI) therapy to a patient with Graves’ disease. Which of the following is a priority nursing consideration?
A. Ensuring the patient has a negative pregnancy test
B. Monitoring for signs of hypothyroidism post-treatment
C. Instructing the patient to avoid contact with family members for 24 hours
D. Administering a corticosteroid before treatment
b
client with a peptic ulcer is scheduled for a vagotomy. The client asks the nurse about the purpose of this procedure. The nurse tells the client that the procedure
A.Decreases food absorption in the stomach
B. Heals the gastric mucosa
C.Halts stress reactions
D.Reduces the stimulus to acid secretions
d
A patient with hyperparathyroidism is scheduled for a parathyroidectomy. The nurse should educate the patient on which of the following potential post-operative complications?
A) Hypocalcemia
B) Hyperglycemia
C) Hypertension
D) Hyperkalemia
a
A client with diabetes insipidus is prescribed desmopressin. Which of the following would be the most important for the nurse to monitor?
A. Blood glucose levels
B. Urine output
C. Serum sodium levels
D. Blood pressure
c
A patient with ulcerative colitis is being discharged with a prescription for sulfasalazine. Which of the following instructions is most important for the nurse to include in the discharge teaching?
A) “Take the medication on an empty stomach for better absorption.”
B) “You may stop the medication when you feel better.”
C) “Drink plenty offluids to prevent dehydration.”
D)
“Expect your stool to appear dark in color.”
d
nurse is educating a patient about pituitary hormone replacement therapy following pituitary surgery. The nurse should include which of the following in the teaching plan?
A. Hormone replacement therapy may be lifelong if there is permanent pituitary dysfunction.
B. Hormone therapy should be stopped as soon as symptoms improve.
C. Only one hormone will need to be replaced.
D. Hormone replacement therapy is only necessary
a
A nurse is caring for a patient with a
paraesophageal (rolling) hiatal hernia. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse monitor for that would indicate a possible complication?
a) Mild heartburn after eating
b) Sudden chest pain and difficulty swallowing
c) Flatulence and bloating after meals
d) Weight gain and increased appetite
b
A patient with a history of peptic ulcer disease is being treated with antibiotics for Helicobacter pylori infection.
Which of the following is the most important aspect of nursing care for this patient?
A) Encourage compliance with the prescribed antibiotic regimen.
B) Advise the patient to avoid spicy foods while on antibiotics.
C) Recommend stopping the antibiotics as soon as symptoms improve.
D) Monitor the patient for signs of constipation.
a