The nurse is caring for a client who has turned cyanotic. The nurse concludes that the client could ...

The nurse is caring for a client who has turned cyanotic. The nurse concludes that the client could have decreased oxygen levels or:
 
  1. kidney failure.
  2. a failing spleen.
  3. excess fluid levels.
  4. decreased red blood cells.

Question 2

A client with allergies complains to the nurse that sneezing is bothersome. The nurse should explain to the client that:
 
  1. the doctor can provide medication to decrease sneezing.
  2. sneezing is detrimental to the client.
  3. sneezing occurs because of irritation of cilia in the nares.
  4. sneezing can be stopped with exercises.

Question 3

The client who is taking calcium supplements is advised by the nurse to spend time out of doors because:
 
  1. Exercise helps activate calcium.
  2. The cholesterol molecules in the skin are activated in the sunlight.
  3. Vitamin D is activated by exercise performed out of doors.
  4. Spending time outdoors is healthier.

Question 4

The nurse suspects that a client is experiencing fibromyalgia. What findings did the nurse use to come to this conclusion? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Fatigue
  2. Headaches
  3. Blurred vision
  4. Muscle spasms
  5. Painful trigger points in the neck and shoulders