Question 1

A client refuses to take an oral dose of Dulcolax (Bisacodyl tablets). What is the nurse's BEST response?

Options :

A : Report to the physician

B : Crush the medication and mix it with apple sauce

C : Inform the patient that this medicationmust be taken twice a day

D : Have the client suck on ice chips for several minutes beforetakingthe medication

Answer: A

Question 2

A nurse is performing a chest physical assessment on a client with asthma. Which of the following lung sounds the nurse expects to hear?

Options :

A : Stridor

B : Crackles

C : Wheezes

D : Diminished

Answer: C

Question 3

A nurse is providing education to a new parent about the psychosocial development of the newborn. Applying Erikson's psychosocial development theory, the nurse would BEST instruct the parents to:

Options :

A : Ignore and distract the newborn when crying

B : Anticipate and plan for the newborn demands

C : Observe and respond to the newborn signals of needs

D : Provide and maintain comfortable environment for newborn

Answer: C

Question 4

A nursing director wishes to improve the job performance of a group of medical orderlies who are ineffective in their job. Using Herzberg's theory of motivation, what would be the most appropriate motivator?

Options :

A : Providing them with a better healthcare plan

B : Offering them opportunities for achievement and recognition

C : Redecorating their office so that they are pleasant and comfortable

D : Setting up a break room where they could socialize with staff nurses

Answer: B

Question 5

A nurse understands that patient with blood transfusion reaction is at risk to develop which of the following types of jaundice?

Options :

A : Hepatocellular

B : Obstructive

C : Hemolytic

D : Chronic

Answer: C