NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises V (Answers 21-30)

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21) A
- magnesium-rich foods are as follows: green leafy vegetables, avocado, tuna fish, yogurt, cooked rolled oats, milk, peas, potatoes, pork, beef, chicken, raisins, peanut butter, cauliflower. Meat is the richest source of magnesium.

22) A
- the post-thyroidectomy client is experiencing hypocalcemia which may lead to seizures. The nurse should give priority to this client.

23) B
- Schilling's test involves administration of oral radioactive vitamin B12, followed by IM nonradioactive vitamin B12. Then, 24 hour urine collection is done. This is done to diagnose pernicious anemia.

24) B
- in multiple myeloma, bone destruction occurs; calcium is lost from the bones. This causes the bones to become weak and brittle. The client is prone to fracture. Factors that promote safety prevent fracture like removing all loose rugs on the floor, should be implemented.

25) C
- glaucoma causes loss of vision, especially peripheral vision, initially. Therefore, the client is at highest risk for fall among the clients mentioned.

26) C
- blood should be transfused within 30 minutes from the time it was taken out from the blood bank. This is to prevent hemolysis. The nurse should attend to this client first.

27) B, C, D, E, F
- elevated WBC level indicates infection. Therefore, measures to prevent further infection should be implemented. Raw fruits and vegetables should be avoided. They may be sources of bacteria

28) C
- MRSA requires contact precaution. Gown and gloves should be worne when caring for the client.

29) D
- an expert nursing assistant should be assigned to the client who requires assistance in bathing

30) A
- low platelet count increases risk for bleeding. The normal platelet count is 150,000 to 450,000/ cu mm


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