Nursing Elites

1. A nurse is providing education to a client who is experiencing dumping syndrome following gastric surgery. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

• A. I should drink additional fluids with my meals.
• B. I should eat high-fiber snacks between meals.
• C. I should eat a protein source with each meal.
• D. I can have caffeinated beverages in small amounts.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Eating a protein source with each meal can help manage dumping syndrome by slowing gastric emptying and reducing symptoms.

2. A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy treatments. The client states, 'I feel so nauseated after my treatments.' Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide the client?

• A. Common foods that are served cold.
• B. Sip fluids slowly throughout the day.
• C. Sit up for 1 hr after eating meals.
• D. All of the Above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Common foods served cold, sitting up after meals, and sipping fluids slowly can help manage nausea associated with chemotherapy.

3. A nurse is discussing denture care with the partner of a client who is unable to perform oral hygiene. Which of the following should be included in the discussion?

• A. Floss dentures as part of daily cleaning.
• B. Wipe dentures before storing them in a dry container at night.
• C. Wrap gloved fingers with gauze to remove dentures.
• D. Use a washcloth to clean the denture surfaces.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Wrapping gloved fingers with gauze provides a safe and effective method for removing dentures, preventing damage.

4. A nurse is teaching about diet modification to a client who is breastfeeding. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

• A. I should drink an 8 ounce glass of water each time my baby nurses.
• B. I should take a 1500 milligram iron supplement daily.
• C. I can eat a 2500 calorie daily diet lose 1 lb per week.
• D. I can eat ounces of swordfish daily.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Drinking an 8 ounce glass of water each time the baby nurses helps maintain hydration and support milk production.

5. A nurse is caring for a client who has stomatitis following radiation treatment. Which of the following is an appropriate intervention for the nurse to take?

• A. Serve foods without sauces or gravies
• B. Offer mouth rinses with normal saline & water
• C. Serve foods while still at a hot temperature
• D. Instruct the client to drink liquids without a straw

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Offering mouth rinses with normal saline and water can help soothe and clean the mouth of clients with stomatitis.

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