Capstone Med Surg Assessment
Exam 2024
A nurse is teaching a client about using a continuous positive airway
pressure (CPAP) device to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Which of the
following information should the nurse include in the teaching? - ANS It delivers a pre-
set amount of airway pressure throughout the breathing cycle
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client following a heart
transplant. Which of the following information should the nurse include in
the teaching? - ANS Shortness of breath might be an indication of transplant rejection
A nurse is caring for a client who has syndrome of inappropriate
antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) and is receiving 3 % sodium chloride via
continuous IV. Which of the following laboratory finding should the nurse
identify as an indication that the SIADH is resolving? - ANS Urine specific gravity 1.020
A nurse is teaching a client about fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) for the
screening of colorectal cancer. Which of the following statements should
the nurse include in the teaching? - ANS You should avoid taking corticosteroids prior
to testing
A nurse is preparing a client for a colonoscopy. Which of the following
medications should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe as an
anesthetic for the procedure? - ANS Propofol
A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute pancreatitis. Which of
the following interventions should the nurse include in the clients plan?
Select all that apply - ANS Monitor blood glucose levels
Maintain NPO status until pain-free
Manage acute pain
A nurse is teaching a client who has hypertension about dietary
modifications to help control blood pressure. Which of the following food
choices should the nurse recommend as the client to include in their diet? - ANS 3 oz
of chicken breast
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has unstable angina.
Which of the findings should the nurse report to the provider? - ANS Breath Sounds
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who has GERD.
Which of the following statements by the client demonstrates an
understanding of the teaching? - ANS I will limit activities that require bending at the
waist.
