A nurse is reinforcing teaching about lowering fat & cholesterol in diet with a client who has

atherosclerosis. Which of the following responses by the client indicates an understanding of the

teaching?

a.) I will list baked good to those containing trans fat.

b.) I will limit meat portion to 3 ounces per meal.

c.) I will use palm oil in my cooking.

d.) I will increase my consumption of 2 percent milk. -Answer= Answer: b. I will limit meat portion to

3 ounces per meal.

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has hyperthyroidism & is taking propylthiouracil. Which

of the following statements by the client indicates the medication is effective?

a.) "I have less oily skin".

b.) "I no longer take a stool softener".

c.) "No longer feel nervous".

d.) "I continue to lose weight". -Answer= Answer: b. "No longer feel nervous".

A nurse is inserting an indwelling catheter for a client. The client reports pain when the nurse

attempts to inflate the balloon. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

a.) Continue to slowly inflate the balloon.

b.) Aspirate the fluid before advancing the catheter.

c.) Gently pull on the catheter to check for resistance.

d.) Instruct the client to bear down as if to void. -Answer= Answer: b. Aspirate the fluid before

advancing the catheter.

A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease. The client displays difficulty using

utensils while eating mealtime. For which of the following inter disciplinary team members should

the nurse recommend a referral?

a.) Occupational therapist.

b.) Physical therapist.

c.) Recreational therapist.

d.) Speech therapist. -Answer= Answer: a. Occupational therapist.

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for colonoscopy. Which of the

following client statements indicates an understanding of the procedure?

a.) I will need arrangements for a ride home.

b.) I should call the doctor if I feel bloated after the procedure.