The nurse, caring for a client recovering from the placement of a shunt to treat portal ...

The nurse, caring for a client recovering from the placement of a shunt to treat portal hypertension, should assess the client for which of the following complications associated with this surgery?
 
  1. Myocardial infarction
  2. Pulmonary emboli
  3. Pulmonary edema
  4. Decreased peripheral pulses

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with liver disease. Which of the following is one impact of this disorder on a client's fluid and electrolyte status?
 
  1. Hyperkalemia
  2. Hypercalcemia
  3. Hypernatremia
  4. Hyponatremia

Question 3

A client is diagnosed with osteoarthritis. The nurse would not expect to find which of the following during assessment?
 
  1. Bouchard's nodes
  2. Crepitus
  3. Heberden's nodes
  4. Symmetrical joint involvement

Question 4

The nurse is planning care for a client recovering from an amputation. Which of the following should be included in this plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Provide pain medication 30 minutes before stump care.
  2. Wash the stump daily with mild soap and warm water.
  3. Allow the stump to dry open to the air for 10 minutes after washing.
  4. Avoid massaging the stump.
  5. Elevate the stump on a pillow.
  6. Lie prone 10 to 20 minutes every day.

Question 5

A female client is surprised to learn that she has been diagnosed with hemochromatosis. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client?
 
  1. It doesn't affect people until they are in their 50s.
  2. I would ask the doctor if he's sure about the diagnosis.
  3. Females often do not experience the effects of the disease until menopause.
  4. All women have the disorder but not the symptoms.

Question 6

A client is diagnosed with esophageal pain. Which of the following medications would be indicated for this client? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Vasodilators
  2. Calcium channel blockers
  3. Isosorbide dinitrate
  4. Antibiotics
  5. Antipyretics
  6. Antihistamines