Nursing Elites

1. A nurse is providing nutritional education to a client who is obese. The nurse should include in the information that which of the following gastrointestinal disorders is commonly associated with obesity?

• A. Peptic ulcer disease
• B. Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• C. Celiac disease
• D. Crohn’s disease

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is commonly associated with obesity due to increased abdominal pressure and other factors.

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 caring for a 30-month-old toddler and is preparing a nutritional snack. Which of the following foods is appropriate for the nurse to offer the toddler?

• A. Plain popcorn
• B. Grapes
• C. Raw carrots
• D. Cheese

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Cheese is a safe and nutritious option for toddlers, providing calcium and protein without choking hazards.

4. A nurse is planning care for a toddler who has burns over 50% total body surface area. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

• A. Administer enteral feedings
• B. Limit intake of vitamin C
• C. Limit dietary protein
• D. Administer insulin prior to meals

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Administering enteral feedings ensures adequate nutrition and supports healing in toddlers with extensive burns.

5. A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record for a client who is 2 days postoperative following abdominal surgery. The nurse should recognize that which of the following medications places the client at risk for wound dehiscence?

• A. Omeprazole
• B. Zolmitriptan
• C. Prednisone
• D. Verapamil

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Prednisone is a corticosteroid that can impair wound healing and increase the risk of wound dehiscence.

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