2022-2023 ATI Nursing Diagnosis Comprehensive Exit Exam With Answers (165 Solved Questions)

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ATI COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM RETAKELATEST 2022/20231.A nurse is caring for a client who is at 33 weeks gestation following an amniocentesis. The nurse shouldmonitor the clientfor which of the following complications?a.contractionsb.Hypertentionc.Epigastric paind.vomitingAnswer: a. ContractionRational: Amniocentesis-Can't be done before 16 weeks, not enough amniotic fluid.-maternal risks: hemorrhage, feto maternal hemorrhage, infection,contractions/labor, abruptio placentae,damage to intestines or bladder, amniotic fluid embolism-fetal risks: death, hemorrhage, infection, direct injury from the needle, miscarriage, and preterm, leakage ofamniotic fluid2.A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client about methods to promote nighttime sleep. Whichof the following instructions should the nurse include?a.Stay in bed at least 1 hr if unable to fall asleep.b.Take a 1 hr nap duringthe dayc.Perform exercises prior to bedtimed.Eat a light snack before bedtimeAnswer:D.Eat a light snack before bedtimeRational:Consume a light snack of carbohydrates at bedtime3.A nurse on a telemetry unit is caring for a client who becomes unconscious and whose monitor displaysventricular tachycardia. Which of the following actions should the nurse first take determining the client doesnot have a palpable pulse?a.Assess heart soundsb.Defibrillatec.Establish IV accessd.Administer EpinephrineAnswer:B.DefibrillateRational: The nurse needs to assess the client to determine stability before proceeding with furtherinterventions. If the client has a pulse and is relatively stable, elective cardioversion or antidysrhythmicmedications may be prescribed. The drug of choice for stable ventricular tachycardia with a pulse isamiodarone.If the client is pulseless or nonresponsive,the client is unstable and defibrillation is used

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4.A nurse is admitting a client who is one week postpartum and reports excessive vaginal bleeding. Thenurse does not speak the same language as the client the client’s partner and 10-year-old child areaccompanying her. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to gather the client’s admission data?a.Have the client’s child translateb.Allow the client’s partner to translatec.Request a female interpreter through the facilityd.Ask a nursing student whospeaks the same language as the client to translate.Answer: C. Request a female interpreter through the facilityRational: We been told not to use family members if not facility interpreters5.A nurse is caring for a client who is febrile(fever). Toreduce the client’s fever, the nurse applies cooling.Which of the following indicates the client is having an adverse reaction to the cooling?a.Flushingb.Tachycardiac.Restlessnessd.ShiveringAnswer: D. shiveringRational: Hypothermia is the adverse reaction of cooling system for a febrile patients/s ofhypothermia: shivering, slurred speech, weak pulse drowsiness, confusion, loss of memory6.A nurse is caring for a client who has deep-vein thrombosis of the leftlower extremity. Which of thefollowing actions should the nurse take?The Answer should be:ensure that the lower extremity is elevated.Rational:DVT causes edema; therefore, the UAP should elevate the extremity to promote venous return.Dependent positioning is appropriate for a client with arterial insufficiency. Placing a pillow under the kneewould position the foot in a low position, and pressure behind the knee may obstruct venous flow.Massaging the extremity could dislodge the thrombus7.A nurse isreviewing assessment data from several clients. For which of the following clients should thenurse recommend referral to a dietitian?a.An older adult client who has BMI of 24b.A client who has a nonhealing leg ulcerc.An older adult client who had presbyopiad.A client who has an albumin level of 3.7 g/dlAnswer:B. A client who has a nonhealing leg ulcerRational: type of patients that can be referred to dietitian are the ones that present:Physical S&SMalnutrition Hair is dull, brittle, dry, or falls outeasilySwollen glands of neck and cheeksDry, rough, or spotty skinPoor or delayed wound healingor sores

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Thin appearance with lack of subcutaneous fatMuscle wastingEdema of lower extremitiesWeakened hand graspDepressed moodAbnormal heartrate/rhythm and BPEnlarged liver or spleenLoss of balance and coordinationPresbyopia: farsighted8.A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has chronic kidney disease and is receivinghemodialysis. Which of the following instructions shouldthe nurse include in the teaching?a.Eat 1g/kg of protein per dayb.Take magnesium hydroxide for indigestionc.Drink at least 3 L of fluid daily.d.Consume foods high in K+Answer: A. Eat 1g/kg of protein per dayRational: Protein intakeand hemodialysis proteinis not routinely restricted.Magnesium hydroxide.Please don’t chose this anwer!-Magnesium is excreted by the kidneys, and patients withCKD should not use OTC products containingmagnesium. The other mediations are appropriate for a patient with CKD.9.A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving intermittent enteral tube feedings.Which of the following places the client at risk for aspiration?a.Sitting in high-fowlers position during the feedingb.History of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)c.Receiving a high osmolality formulad.A residual of 65ml 1 hr postprandialAnswer: B. History of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)Rational:Pt with higher Risk of aspiration a in clients with GERD10. A nurse is providing prenatal teaching to a client whois 12 weeks of gestation. The nurse should tell theclient she will undergo which of the following screening test at 16 weeks of gestation?a.Chorionic villus samplingb.Cervical cultures for chlamydiac.Non-stress testd.Maternal serum alpha-fetoproteinAnswer: D.Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein(performed ideally at 16 to 18 weeks)Rational:Screening is usually done by taking a sample of your blood between 15 and 20 weeks of pregnancy(16 to 18 weeks is ideal). The multiple markers include: AFP screening. Alsocalled maternal serum AFP, thisblood test measures the level of AFP in your blood during pregnancy.

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High levels of alpha-fetoprotein: May indicate neural tube defects, anencephaly or abdominal wall defect.Would follow up with ultrasound.11. A nurse iscaring for a client who is on bed rest. The nurse should recognize that which of the followingfindings is a complication of immobility?a.Decreased serum calcium levelsb.Increased blood pressurec.Swollen area on calfd.Urinary frequencyAnswer: C. Swollen areaon calfRational: primary and serious effects of immobility on the musculoskeletal system atrophy (decreasedmuscle size); contractures; ankylosis (fixation of a joint); osteoporosis (loss of bone density); footdrop(plantar flexion)12.A nurse in an acute care mental health facility is participating in a medicationeducation group. The leaderof the group uses laissez-faire leadership style. Which of the following actions should the nurse expect fromthe leader during the session?a.The leader encourages groupmembers to remain silent until questions are called for.b.The leader lectures about medication adverse rxn to the group members.c.The leader allows the group to discuss whatever they would like regarding their medications.d.The leader has group members vote on what they would like to learn about during the session.Answer: C. The leader allows the group to discuss whatever they would like regarding their medications.Rational: Laissez-Faire leader gives up control with free-run or permissivestyle13.A nurse is providing teaching about digoxin administration to the parents of a toddler who has heartfailure. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?a.“You can add the medication to a half-cup of your child’s favorite juice”b.“Repeatthe dose if your child vomits within1 hour after taking the medication.”(u don’t suppose to re administer, even if the dose is missed)c.“Limit your child’s potassium intake while she is taking this medication.”d.“Have your child drink a small glass ofwater after swallowing the medication.”answer:D. “Have your child drink a small glass of water after swallowing the medication.”.”(to preventtooth decay if child has teeth)Rational: make the child to drink water andBrush the child's teeth after giving the medication14. A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a depressive disorder and a new prescription forphenelzine. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?

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a.Grapefruitb.Spinachc.Cottage Cheesed.Smoked SalmonAnswer:D. Smoked SalmonRational: Foods to avoid/restrictAvocados, bananas, raisins, papaya, canned figsfava beanscheese (cottage okay), sour cream,yogurtbeer, wine (esp. red)beef or chicken liver, pate, meat extracts, pickled or kippered herring pepperoni, salami, sausage,bologna/hot dogs soy sauce all yeastchocolateSmoked fish should be avoided. Dried or cured fish, as well as fish that has been fermented, smoked, oraged has a high amount of tyramine.15.MATH16.Anurse is planning care for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing mania. Which of thefollowing interventions should the nurse include in the plan?a.Encourage the client to spend time in the day roomb.Withdraw the client’s TV privileges if hedoes not attend group therapy.c.Encourage the client to take frequent rest periodsd.Place the client in seclusion when he exhibits signs of anxiety.C. Encourage the client to take frequent rest periods.Rational: The nurse should encourage the client to take frequent rest periods throughout the day. Clientsexperiencing mania are at risk of exhaustion that can be life threatening. Give water: High caloric fingerfood meals!!17.A parish nurse is leading a support group for clients whose family members have committed suicide.Which of the following strategies should the nurse plan to use during the group session?a.Initiate a discussion with clients about ways to cope with the changes in the family dynamicsb.Encourage clients to establish a timeline for their own grieving process.c.Discourage clients from sharing negative aspects of their own grieving processd.Assist clients in identifying ways suicide could have been prevented.Answer:B. encourage clients to establish a timeline for their own grieving process.Encourage seems to be akey word!!18.A nurse manager observes two staff nurses reviewing the computer records of a client who is not undertheir care. Which of the following actions should the nurse manager take 1st?a.Instruct the nurses to close the client’scomputer record.

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b.Request the nurses present an in-service on client confidentiality.c.Advise the nurses to read the facility’s confidentiality policy.d.Place documentation of the nurses’ actions in the personnel file.Answer:A.Instruct the nurses to close the client’s computer record.19.A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has schizophrenia and is taking clozapine. Which ofthe following findings should the nurse identify as a contradiction to the administration of clozapine?a.Heart rate 58/minb.Fasting blood glucose 100mg/dLc.Hgb 14 g/dLd.WBC count 2900/mm3Answer: D. WBC count 2900/mm3Rational: Clozapine can cause agranulocytosis, which can be fatal due to overwhelming infection. The nurseshould identify aWBC count below 3000/mm3 as a possible manifestation ofagranulocytosis and shouldwithhold the medication and notify the provider.Clozapine:Antipsychotics second generation(atypical)Use:SchizophreniaS/E:Hypotension, constipation,tachycardia,sedation, agranulocytosis,seizures.20. A nurse is caring for multiple clients on a medical surgical unit. For which of the following nursing activitiesis it required that the nurse use sterile gloves?a.Inserting an NG tubeb.Administering total parental nutrition through a central venous access device c. Initiating IV accessd. Performing tracheostomy careAnswer:D. Performing tracheostomy care(according to med/surg book u wear sterile gloves)Rational:1.tracheosotomy patient should never lie flat2.increase oxygenation,before, during and after procedure3.poor NS in the basin4.do sterile gloves5.make sure suction does not exceed 120 mm hg6.flush suction catheter7.insert into the tracheostomy tubing until you meet resistance or until patient coughs21. A nurse is caring fora client who is at 11 weeks of gestation. Which of the following immunizations shouldthe nurse recommend?a.Influenzab.Measles, mumps and rubellac.Human papilloma virusd.Varicella

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Answer: A. InfluenzaPregnant and postpartum women are at higher risk for severe illness and complications from influenza thanwomen who are not pregnant because of changes in the immune system, heart, and lungs duringpregnancy…. Influenza vaccination can be administered at any time during pregnancy, before and during theinfluenzaseason.Women who are or will bepregnant during influenzaseason should receive IIV(11wksInfluenza)22.A nurse is inserting an indwelling urinary catheter for a male client. Which of the following actions shouldthe nurse take?a.Perform the cleansingprocedure with the fresh swab two times.b.Lift the penis so it is perpendicular to the client’s body.c.Cleanse the tip of the penis in the side to side motion.d.Pick up the catheter 13 cm (5 in) from its tip.Answer: B. Lift the penis so it is perpendicular to the client’s body.Rational: Using the sterile dominant hand, pick up the catheter with a gloved hand. Holding the catheterloosely, insert it into the urethral opening of a female patient. For amale patient, life his penis toaperpendicular positionand lightly apply traction in an upward position using the non-dominant hand.Gently insert the catheter one to two inches past where the patient’s urine is located23.A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 14 weeks of gestation about findings toreport to theprovider. Which of the following findings should the nurse include in the teaching?a.Bleeding gumsb.Faintness upon risingc.Swelling of the faced.Urinary frequencyAnswer: C. Swelling of the faceRational: 14 weeks gestation, what should patientreport to the MD ,Swelling of the face (sign ofpreeclampsia)24.A nurse has received change of shift report for a group of clients. Which of the following actions shouldthe nurse take to manage time effectively?a.Document client care at the end of the shift.b.Make a client to do list for the day.c.Skip breaks until client tasks are complete.d.Focus on several client tasks at a timeAnswer:B. make a client to do list for the day.25.A nurse is developing a plan of care for a newborn whose mother tested positiveforheroin duringpregnancy the newborn is experiencing neonatal abstinence syndrome which of the following actions shouldthe nurse include in the plan?

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a.Minimize noise and the newborns environment.b.Administer naloxone to the newborn. ( u give phenobarbitolnot naloxone for withdrawals)c.Swaddled the newborn with his legs extended (legs flexed)d.Maintain eye contact with the newborn during feeding. (no eye contact)Answer: A. Minimize noise and the newborns environment.Rational:Neonatalsubstance withdrawal:Nursing Care Nursing care for maternal substance use andneonatal effects or withdrawal include the following in addition to normalnewborn care.●Perform ongoing assessment of the newborn using the neonatal abstinence scoring system assessment,as RX'ed.●Elicit and assess the newborn's reflexes.●Monitor the newborn's ability to feed and digest intake.Offer small frequent feedings.●Swaddle the newborn with legs flexed.●Offer non-nutritive sucking.●Monitor the newborn's fluids and electrolytes with skin turgor, mucous membranes, fontanels, dailyweights, and I&O.●Reduce environmental stimuli (decrease lights, lowernoise level).26. A nurse is assessing the fontanels of an eight-month-old infant. Which of the following findings should thenurse recognizedas an expected finding?a.The anterior fontanel is openb.The posterior fontanel is open (posterior closes between 6 to 8 weeks so they would be closed at 8months)c.both fontanels are the same sized.both fontanels show moldingAnswer: A.The anterior fontanelis open ( anterior closes between 12 months and 18 monthsso would beopen)Rational : Anterior fontanels close by 18 months oldPosterior fontanels 6-8 weeks(posterior closes between 6 to 8 weeks so they would be closed at 8 months)**27. A nurse is caring for a client who has acute diverticulitis which of the following diet should the nurserecommend to the client?a.High residueb.Lactose freec.gluten-freed.low fiberAnswer: D. Low fiberRational:As you start feeling better, your doctor will recommend that you slowly add low-fiber foods.

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Examples of low-fiber foods include:•Canned or cooked fruits without skin or seeds•Canned or cooked vegetables such as green beans, carrots and potatoes (without the skin)Eggs, fishand poultry•Refined white bread•Fruit and vegetable juice with no pulp•Low-fibercereals•Milk, yogurt and cheese•White rice, pasta and noodles**28. The nurses caring for a client who is 48 hrs post op following a total hip arthroplasty which of thefollowing actions should the nurse include in the plan of care? a. Administer low-dose heparinb.Placed the client on a full liquid dietc.using an incentive spirometer every three hoursd.Maintain the client on bed restAnswer:A. Administer low-dose heparinRational: One of the possible complications of post op total hip arthroplasty is DVT to help prevent thenurse should administer Low-dose heparin injections.29. A nurse providing teaching to the parent of an infant who has a cleft lip palette.Which of the following feeding technique should the nurse include in the teaching?a.Burp the infant frequently during feedingsb.Position the nipple at the front of the infants mouthc.Hold the infant in a supine positiond.used feeding devices without nipplesAnswer:A. Burp the infant frequently duringfeedingsRational: Feed in upright position in frequent, small amounts; burp frequently30. A nurse in an acute mental health care facility is prioritizing care for multiple clients. Which of thefollowing client should the nurse firsta.A client who has depressive disorder and requires assistance with ADLsb.A client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder and is upset about her change in daily routinec.A client who taking clozapine to treat schizophrenia and reports a sore throatd.A client who has narcissisticpersonality disorder and is mocking others during group therapy.Answer: C. A client who taking clozapine to treat schizophrenia and reports a sore throatRational: Signs of a sore throat or an infection could indicate agranulocytosis, which is a life-threatening sideeffect of clozapine (Clozaril). Yellowish halos around lights are not a side effect of clozapine (Clozaril). Jointpain or swelling is not a side effect of clozapine (Clozaril). Narrowing of the field of vision is not a side effectof clozapine (Clozaril).

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31. The nurses planning care for a group of clients and is working with the one license practice nurse (LPN)and one assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following actions should the nurse take first to manage hertime effectively?a.Developan hourly timeframe for tasksb.Scheduled daily activitiesc.determine goals of the dayd.delegate tasks to the APanswer: C. determine goals of the day32. A nurse is performing an admission assessment for a client whosein the manic phase of bipolar disorderwhich of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?a.Performance of ritualistic behaviorsb.suspiciousness and distressc.distractibility and poor judgmentd.reports of physical discomfortAnswer: C. distractibility and poor judgmentRational: During the manic phase Thefollowing may be present:•Grandiose ideas.•Pressure of speech.•Excessive amounts of energy.•Racing thoughts and flight of ideas.•Overactivity.•Needing little sleep, or an altered sleep pattern.•Easily distracted-starting many activities and leaving them unfinished.•Poor judgment•Bright clothes or unkempt.•Increased appetite.•Sexual disinhibition.•Recklessness with money33. The nurse is calling for an infant who has coarctation of the aorta. Which ofthe following should the nurseidentify as an expected finding? (same in B)a.Weak femoral pulsesb.Free print nosebleedsc.upper extremity hypertension

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d.increased intracranial pressureAnswer: A. weak femoral pulsesRational: coarctation of the aorta s/selevated arm BP, bounding arm pulses, decreased BP legs, cool skinlegs, weak or absent femoral pulses, heart failure in infants, dizziness, HA, fainting or nosebleeds in olderchildren***34. A nurse is developing an in service about personality disorders which of the following informationshould the nurse include when discussing borderline personality disorder?a.The client might act seductivelyb.The client is overly concerned about minor detailsc.The client exhibits impulsive behaviord.The client is exceptionally clingy to othersAnswer: C. The client exhibits impulsive behaviorRational:Impulsive and Impulsive behavior,such as gambling, reckless driving, unsafe sex, spending sprees,binge eating or drug abuse, or sabotaging success by suddenly quitting a good job or ending a positiverelationship35.A nurse is assessing a client who has a chest tube with the water seal drainage system upon assessmentthe nurse notes tidaling in the water seal which of the following is an explanation for the tidaling?a.There is a loop of tubing below the drainage systemb.This system is working properlyc.The lung has a re-expandedd.The tubing is partially obstructed by clotsAnswer: B. This system is working properlyRational: When tidalingoccurs, the drainage tubes are patient and the apparatus is functioning properly.Tidaling stops when the lung has reexpanded or if the chest drainage tubes are kinked or obstructed.***36. A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client whoseexperience stimulate withdrawal.Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Runny noseb.Decreased appetitec.Muscle spasmsd.FatigueAnswer: D. FatigueRational: Stimulant withdrawal symptoms include: inability to feel pressure.FATIGUE. Difficultyconcentrating. Poor sleep quality. Depression. Loss of cognitive function.37. A charge nurse is teaching new staff members about factors that increase the client’s risk to becomeviolent. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse includeis the best predictor of future violence?a.A history of being in prison

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b.Experiencing delusionsc.Male genderd.Previous violent behaviorAnswer:D. Previous violent behavior38.A nurse is preparing to feed a newly admitted client who has dysphagia. Which of thefollowing actionshould the nurse plan to take?a.Instruct client to lift her chin when swallowing.b.Talk with the client during her feedingc.Discourage a client from coughing during feedingsd.Sit at or below the clients I leveled during feedingsAnswer:D. sitat or below the clients I leveled during feedingsRational:Sit at or below patient’s eye levelWhen feeding patients sit down so you are positioned at the same level, or slightly below the patientseyelevel, this will make it easier for him/her to maintain their head in the most appropriate position.39.The nurses providing teaching to a client who has a depressive disorder and a new prescription foramitriptyline. Which of the following statements bythe client indicates an understanding of the teachinga.I expect this medication to raise my blood pressureb.I should take this medication on an empty stomachc.I can continue to take a St. John’s wort while taking this medicationd.I know it will be a couple ofweeks before the medication helps me feel betterAnswer:D. I know t will be a couple of weeks before the medication helps me feel betterRational: given orally at bedtime, therapeutic effectsafter 1 to 3 weeks, expect long term use.TCAs Tricyclic antidepressants-depression: AMITRYPTYLINE ACTION: block reuptake ofNE & serotonin.AMITRIPTYLINE side/adverse effects: Orthostatic hypotension,Anticholinergic effects(dry mouth,blurred vision, photophobia, tachycardia, etc), Sedation, Toxicity resulting incholinergic blockage & cardiac tox. evidenced by dysrhytmias, mental confusion, & agitation, followed byseizures, coma, & possible death.***40. The nurses developing a nutritional care plan for a client who has COPD and severe dyspnea. Topromote intake,which of the following action should the nurse include in the plan of care?a.Ambulate the client before each mealb.Offer the client three large meals each dayc.Administer a bronchodilator after mealsd.Limit fluid intake with meals

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Answer: C.Administer a bronchodilator after meals41.A nurse in the emergency department is assessing a client who has major depressive disorder. Which ofthe following action should the nurse take first?NOTE: this question has no choices but for a patient with major depressive disorder the answer is alwaysanythingrelated with safety or therapeutic communication as: encourage client to verbalize feelings, findout if there is not Suicidal Ideation etc.42.A home health nurse is completing screenings for elder abuse during client visits.Which of the followingfindings should the nurse identify as an indication of potential elder abuse?a.A client who lives with family members and begins to take more responsibility for self-careb.A client who reports being given sedative medications by family membersc.A client who is taking up warfarin and has several small bruises on his shins and handsd.A client who schedules multiple visits with his provider every monthAnswer:B. A client who reports being given sedative medications by family memebers***43.The nurses planning care for a client who is to receive alteplase recombinant for a thrombus in thecoronary artery. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?a.Administer medications intramuscularlyb.Provided diet low inproteinc.Observe for bruising of the skind.Monitor vital signs every hour for the first four hoursAnswer:C. Observe for bruising of the skinRational: Check for major and/or minor bleeding2All body secretions should be tested for occult blood.3•Majorbleeding: intracranial, retroperitoneal, gastrointestinal,or genitourinary hemorrhages2•Minor bleeding: gums, venipuncture sites, hematuria,hemoptysis, skin hematomas, or ecchymosis2•Arterial and venous punctures should be minimized andchecked frequently44.A nurses caring for a client whose postoperative following in appendectomy and is receiving gentamicin.Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medicationa.Creatinine 2.3 mg/dLb.Respiratory rate 22/minc.2+ pitting edema of the anklesd.Hbg 8.7 g/dL

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Answer:A. Creatine 2.3mg/dl ( normal creatine 0.6-1.2)45.A nurse in an acute care facility is caring for a client who is homeless and has a decubitus ulcer. Which ofthe following actions should the nurse take as a client advocate?a.Gathered dressing supplies for the client’s dischargeb.Provide client teaching about nutritionc.Consult with the facilities quality improvement teamd.Contact the facilities case management departmentAnswer: D. Contact the facilitiescase management department46. The nurse caring for a client who has diarrhea and is receiving intermittent enteral feedings. Which of thefollowing action should the nurse take?a.Discard the open can of formula after 36 hoursb.Administer feedings at a slower ratec.flush the tube with 10 mL of water after feedingsd.provide chilled formulaAnswer: B. Administer feedings at a slower rateRational: If nurse noted patient is complaining of diarrhea, slower the nutrition rate and notify the MD47. A nurse is caring for a client who’s postoperative and has a new prescription for hydromorphone. Whichof the following actions should the nurse take?a.Withhold the medication if the client does not appear to be in painb.Withhold the medication of the client has a feverc.Document administration of the medication upon removal of the medication dispensing systemd.Count the current number of unit doses available in the medication dispensing systemAnswer: D. Count the current number of unit doses available in the medication dispensing system48.And there’s snow provider’s office is caring for a client who asks about using acupuncture to manage hisosteoarthritis pain. The nurse should identify which of the following conditions as a contradiction for receivingthis treatment?a.Herpes zosterb.Hypertensionc.obesityd.hypothyroidismanswer:A. Herpes zosterrationale: acupuncture is contraindicated in clients withherpes zoster or any skin infection

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