Nursing Elites

1. A client has an abdominal incision. The surgical wound was closed with 10 sutures. This surgical wound is healing by what process?

• A. Primary intention
• B. Binary intention
• C. Secondary intention
• D. None of the Above

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

2. Which of the following clients are at an increased risk for deep vein thrombosis following a reduction and internal fixation of the hip? (Select all that apply)

• A. A client on birth control pills
• B. A client who is immobile
• C. A client on an anticoagulant
• D. A client with dementia who has been wandering

Correct answer: a

Rationale: Clients on birth control pills, immobile, and smokers are at increased risk of DVT after hip surgery.

3. The nurse is providing medication for a client with osteomyelitis. What teaching should the nurse indicate in the education?

• A. The most common adverse e effect for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)are liver failure and tinnitus
• B. The main side effect of acetaminophen is gastrointestinal GI bleeding
• C. You should not take more than 4000 mg of acetaminophen a day
• D. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are very safe and are known to have no side effects

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

4. What lifestyle habits positively affect skin integrity?

• A. Regular exercise
• B. Tattoos
• C. Smoking
• D. Tanning

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

5. The following client come to the ophthalmology clinic. Which client needs to be seen first?

• A. Client who had recent cataract surgery and has worsening vision
• B. Client with an absent red reflex on ophthalmic examination
• C. Client with an intraocular pressure of 24 mm Hg
• D. Client with a tearing, reddened eye with exudate

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Worsening vision after cataract surgery requires immediate attention to prevent complications.

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