Exam-Prep / Nursing Quiz... START QUIZ #1. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with impaired cognition? Speaking loudly and using simple, one-word instructions Speaking loudly and using simple, one-word instructions Avoiding social interaction to prevent overstimulation Avoiding social interaction to prevent overstimulation Providing a calm and structured environment with routine Providing a calm and structured environment with routine Encouraging the use of complex tasks to challenge the patient Encouraging the use of complex tasks to challenge the patient #2. Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention for a patient with a suspected drug overdose? Administering activated charcoal without consulting the healthcare provider Administering activated charcoal without consulting the healthcare provider Monitoring respiratory rate and providing oxygen therapy Monitoring respiratory rate and providing oxygen therapy Encouraging the patient to sleep to aid in recovery Encouraging the patient to sleep to aid in recovery Administering a stimulant medication to counteract the overdose effects Administering a stimulant medication to counteract the overdose effects #3. Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics? Hypotension Hypotension Diarrhea Diarrhea Increased appetite Increased appetite Respiratory depression Respiratory depression #4. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with impaired respiratory function? Encouraging shallow breathing to conserve energy Encouraging shallow breathing to conserve energy Administering sedatives to promote sleep and relaxation Administering sedatives to promote sleep and relaxation Assisting with deep breathing and coughing exercises Assisting with deep breathing and coughing exercises Restricting fluid intake to prevent excess mucus production Restricting fluid intake to prevent excess mucus production #5. Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention for a patient with a suspected head injury? Administering pain medication immediately Administering pain medication immediately Encouraging the patient to sleep to aid in recovery Encouraging the patient to sleep to aid in recovery Monitoring neurologic status and vital signs closely Monitoring neurologic status and vital signs closely Allowing the patient to ambulate independently Allowing the patient to ambulate independently Finish Results You got it … Good Try.. Need more Practice. TRY AGAIN WITH NEW QUESTIONS
