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81. A patient with a history of seizures suddenly experiences an aura, indicating an impending seizure. What is your immediate action?

A. Ask them to stand up
B. Restrain them tightly to prevent injury
C. Guide them to a safe position (e.g., lying down on their side) and protect their head
D. Insert a tongue blade into their mouth
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80. You are performing a neurological assessment on a patient. When testing pupillary response, what is a normal finding?

A. Pupils are dilated and fixed
B. Pupils are constricted and non-reactive
C. Pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation
D. Pupils are unequal and non-reactive
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79. A client in a therapy session repeatedly expresses feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness, stating, “There’s no point in anything.” What is your critical next step in assessment?

A. Assume they are just seeking attention
B. Explore for suicidal ideation, plan, and intent
C. Encourage them to think positively
D. Refer them to a spiritual advisor
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78. A patient is experiencing severe dyspnea and wheezing. What is the immediate action to manage their airway?

A. Offer a glass of water
B. Place them in a supine position
C. Position them in high-Fowler's and prepare for oxygen administration
D. Encourage shallow breathing
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77. You are interacting with a patient who is expressing anger towards the healthcare system. What is the most therapeutic communication technique?

A. Tell them their anger is irrational
B. Listen actively and validate their feelings, even if you don't agree with their specific complaints
C. Defend the healthcare system vigorously
D. Change the topic to a more positive subject
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76. A patient on an atypical antipsychotic (e.g., Olanzapine) is at risk for which metabolic side effects?

A. Weight loss and hyperglycemia
B. Weight gain, hyperglycemia, and dyslipidemia
C. Hypoglycemia and hyperlipidemia
D. Hair loss and anemia
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75. When administering medication, what are the “Five Rights” of medication administration?

A. Right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time
B. Right doctor, right nurse, right room, right time, right mood
C. Right diagnosis, right symptom, right attitude, right family, right outcome
D. Right color, right smell, right taste, right temperature, right consistency
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74. A patient is reporting sudden, crushing substernal chest pain radiating to the left arm and jaw. You suspect a myocardial infarction. What is the priority action while awaiting medical team arrival?

A. Administer aspirin (if no contraindications) and oxygen, and prepare for ECG
B. Provide a warm blanket
C. Offer a large meal
D. Encourage light exercise
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