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Question 1 Assistant Professor in Nursing 2026
The nurse should observe the client on anticoagulants for:
- A. Nausea
- B. Epistaxis
- C. Headache
- D. Chest pain
Correct answer: B. Epistaxis
Anticoagulants increase bleeding risk. Epistaxis (nosebleed) is a common early sign of excessive anticoagulation, alerting nurses to monitor for hemorrhagic complications.
Question 2 Assistant Professor in Nursing 2026
The most common complication of myocardial infarction is:
- A. Hypokalemia
- B. Anaphylactic shock
- C. Cardiac dysrhythmia
- D. Cardiac enlargement
Correct answer: C. Cardiac dysrhythmia
Dysrhythmias occur frequently after MI due to ischemic damage to conduction pathways. They can be life‑threatening and require continuous ECG monitoring.
Question 3 Assistant Professor in Nursing 2026
Correct position to evaluate apical heart rate:
- A. Right side mid clavicular line, 4th ICS
- B. Left side mid clavicular line, 5th ICS
- C. On sternum directly over heart
- D. Left side mid‑axillary level
Correct answer: B. Left side mid clavicular line, 5th ICS
The apical pulse is best auscultated at the 5th intercostal space, left mid‑clavicular line, corresponding to the apex of the heart.
Question 4 Assistant Professor in Nursing 2026
After spinal anesthesia, the nurse will position the client:
- A. On abdomen
- B. Semi‑Fowler’s position
- C. Slight Trendelenburg’s position
- D. On back or side with head raised
Correct answer: C. Slight Trendelenburg’s position
Trendelenburg position helps prevent hypotension and CSF leakage by promoting cephalad spread of anesthetic and stabilizing circulation.
Question 5 Assistant Professor in Nursing 2026
Following extensive surgery, the nurse should observe for depletion of:
- A. Sodium
- B. Calcium
- C. Chloride
- D. Potassium
Correct answer: D. Potassium
Potassium depletion is common after surgery due to fluid shifts, blood loss, and diuretic use. Hypokalemia can cause arrhythmias and muscle weakness.