Practice Question
A client with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is scheduled to receive plasmapheresis treatments. A nurse explains to the client's spouse that the purpose of plasmapheresis is to:
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Remove circulating antibodies from the blood stream
Rationale:
Plasmapheresis treats autoimmune conditions like multiple sclerosis by filtering pathogenic antibodies from the blood. It does not address fluid overload or protein levels but directly targets the autoimmune attack on the myelin sheath. This intervention helps mitigate disease progression and symptom severity.
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Answer Choices:
A. Have the client swish with commercial mouthwash before therapy.
B. Place fresh flowers in the clients room
C. Tell the client to expect dark stools following chemotherapy.
D. Administer an antiemetic prior to the procedure.
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Answer Choices:
A. Assess for dislodgement and use forceps to retrieve the dislodged pellets and place in the lead container.
B. Assess the patient's knowledge of the treatment plan and her willingness to participate.
C. Assess the UP's knowledge and explain the rationale for strict bed rest.
D. Notify the physician about the potential dislodgment of the radiation implant.
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Answer Choices:
A. Obtain blood specimen for a BMP test.
B. Prepare for synchronize cardioversion
C. Start CPR
D. Prepare for defibrillation
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Answer Choices:
A. Associated with recent vaccination
B. Associated with tobacco use
C. Recent surgical experience
D. Presence of a thymus gland
E. Associated with exposure to a recent viral infection
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Answer Choices:
A. Jaundice
B. Hyperglycemia
C. Hypertension
D. Orthostatic hypotension
Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
- Answer Choices: 4