Nursing Elites

1. A client has AIDS. Which of these findings indicate possible infection?

• A. Respirations; 22 breaths per minute
• B. Client ambulates 20 feet
• C. Purulent drainage
• D. Oxygen saturation; 97% on room air

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

2. Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for osteoarthritis?

• A. Older age
• B. Sports injuries
• C. Obesity
• D. Vegan diet

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

3. What are signs of hearing loss? (Select all that apply)

• A. Answering questions correctly
• B. Presence of cerumen
• C. Tinnitus
• D. Frequent asking of others to repeat statements

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Signs of hearing loss include tinnitus, frequent asking to repeat statements, and shouting in conversations.

4. A nurse is caring for a client who has acute osteomyelitis. Which of the following interventions is the nurse's priority?

• A. Administer antibiotics to the client
• B. Increase the client's protein intake
• C. Teach relaxation breathing to reduce the client's pain
• D. Provide the client with anti-pyretic therapy

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

5. What is the nurse's priority action for a client with compromised immunity?

• A. Wash hands before entering the client's room
• B. Take the client's vital signs every 4 hours
• C. Determine whether it is temporary or permanent
• D. Teach the family members to receive the flu shot annually

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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