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[单项选择]After a gastrectomy, the client will have a nasogastric tube in place for several days postoperatively. The nurse explains to the client that the nasogastric tube is for which of the following reasons
A. Prevent excessive pressure on suture lines.
B. Prevent the development of ascites.
C. Provide enteral feedings in the immediate postoperative period.
D. Enable administration of antacids to promote healing of the anastomosis.
[单项选择]A client with cancer undergoes a total gastrectomy. Several hours after surgery, the nurse notes that the client’s nasogastric (NG) tube has stopped draining. How should the nurse respond（）
A. Notify the physician.
B. Reposition the NG tube.
C. Irrigate the NG tube.
D. Increase the suction level.
[单项选择]A client is to have a cesarean delivery because of continuous vaginal bleeding and an abnormal fetal heart rate tracing. Which of the following would be the best preoperative medication for this client（）
A. Meperidine (Demerol).
B. Oxytocin (Pitocin).
C. Promethazine (Phenergan).
D. Glycopyrrolate (Robinul).
[单项选择]A client has had a total gastrectomy for gastric cancer. Which one of the following is the most appropriate expected outcomes about nutrition（ ）
A. The client will learn to self-administer enteral feedings every 4 hours.
B. The client will maintain adequate nutrition through oral or parenteral feedings.
C. The client will regain any weight lost within 4 weeks of the surgical procedure.
D. The client will eat three full meals a day without experiencing gastric complications.
[单项选择]The nursing care plan for a client after gynecologic surgery includes nursing orders intended to help reduce the risk of thrombophlebitis. Which is not appropriate among the following nursing interventions（ ）
A. Ambulate the client.
B. Massage the client’s legs.
C. Have the client wear elasticized stockings.
D. Have the client perform range-of-motion exercises in bed.
[单项选择]Nursing care for a client after electroeonvulsive therapy (ECT) should include which of the following（）
A. Nothing by mouth for 24 hours after the treatment because of the anesthetic agent.
B. Bed rest for the first 8 hours after a treatment.
C. Assessment of short-term memory loss.
D. No special care.
[单项选择]The nurse is planning care for a client after a tracheostomy. One of the client’s goals is to overcome verbal communication impairment. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the care plan（）
A. Make an effort to read the client’s lips to foster communication.
B. Encourage the client’s communication attempts by allowing him time to select or write words.
C. Answer questions for the client to reduce his frustration.
D. Avoid using a tracheostomy plug because it blocks the airway.
[单项选择]A client is scheduled to have a descending colostomy. He’s very anxious and has many questions concerning the surgical procedure, care of a stoma, and lifestyle changes. It would be most appropriate for the nurse to make a referral to which member of the health care team（）
A. Social worker.
B. Registered dietitian.
C. Occupational therapist.
D. Enterostomal nurse therapist.
[单项选择]After people have learned that magnets attract things, centuries passed （ ） they took note of the fact that magnets sometimes also repel things.
A. before
B. until
C. after
D. since
[填空题]When should you write the abstract
After you have finished ______.
[单项选择]A client is admitted for detoxification after a cocaine overdose. The client tells the nurse that he frequently uses cocaine but that he can control his use if he chooses. Which coping mechanism is he using（）
A. Withdrawal.
B. Logical thinking.
C. Repression.
D. Denial.
[填空题]After you have been cycling for a few months, the author thinks that you will find cycling in towns less dangerous.
[单项选择]A 2-year-old client returns from surgery after a bowel resection as a result of Hirschsprung’s disease. A temporary colostomy is in place. Which immediate postoperative nursing intervention takes priority（）
A. Changing the surgical dressing.
B. Suctioning the nasopharynx frequently to remove secretions.
C. Irrigating the colostomy with 100 ml of normal saline solution.
D. Auscultating lung sounds.
[单项选择]A client is brought to the hospital after vomiting bright red blood and is admitted through the emergency department with a diagnosis of bleeding duodenal ulcer. While the client is bleeding, it will be essential for the nurse to assess frequently for signs of early shock. Which one of the following is an important indicator of early shock（）
A. Tachycardia.
B. Dry, flushed skin.
C. Increased urine output.
D. Loss of consciousness.
[单项选择]After cancer chemotherapy, a client develops nausea and vomiting. For this client, the nurse should give the highest priority to which action in the plan of care（）
A. Serve small portions of bland food.
B. Encourage rhythmic breathing exercise.
C. Administer metoclopramide (Reglan) and dexamethasone (Decadron) as prescribed.
D. Withhold fluids for the first 4 to 6 hours after chemotherapy administration.
[填空题]After they have driven for a year, young California drivers can get a full driving licence if they have no record of ______.
[单项选择]During the first 24 hours after a client is diagnosed with addisonian crisis, which of the following should the nurse perform frequently（）
A. Weigh the client.
B. Test urine for ketones.
C. Assess vital signs.
D. Administer oral hydrocortisone.
[单项选择]After a client receives an IM injection, he complains of burning pain in the injection site. Which nursing action would be the best to take at this time（）
A. Apply a cold compress to decrease swelling.
B. Apply a warm compress to dilate the blood vessels.
C. Massage the area to promote absorption of the drug.
D. Instruct the client to tighten his gluteal muscles to promote better absorption.
