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A nurse is caring for a client who has a body mass index (BMI) of 18.0. The nurse should place the client in which BMI categories?

Overweight

Obese

Underweight

Healthy weight

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. The overweight category is defined as a BMI between 25 and 29.9.

B. The obese category is defined as a BMI of 30 or above.

C. A BMI below 18.5 is considered underweight, which applies to this client with a BMI of 18.0.

D. A healthy weight category is defined as a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. An acute allergic reaction, especially if involving airway compromise, can be life-threatening and requires immediate attention.

B. The client with lung cancer and a cough is concerning but not as urgent as an acute allergic reaction.

C. Dyspnea on exertion needs evaluation but is not as urgent as a possible airway issue.

D. A sinus infection with nasal discharge is typically not an emergency.

A. Elevated glucose levels B. Dysrhythmias C. Elevated blood pressure D. Impaired airway

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Hydrochlorothiazide is known to increase blood glucose levels, particularly in clients with diabetes or those at risk for glucose intolerance.

B. Dysrhythmias are more commonly associated with electrolyte imbalances like low potassium, but elevated glucose is more specific to hydrochlorothiazide use.

C. Hydrochlorothiazide typically lowers blood pressure, so elevated blood pressure is not a common nontherapeutic response.

D. Impaired airway is unrelated to hydrochlorothiazide use.

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