Nursing Elites

1. A client is post-operative day 1 and reports a sudden increase in blood-tinged liquid draining from his incision after feeling a popping sensation. What is the nurse's next action?

• A. Send the client back to surgery
• B. Assess the wound for signs of dehiscence
• C. Call the provider immediately
• D. Prepare to culture the wound

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

2. A nurse is teaching a client how to follow a low-purine diet as prescribed by the provider for the management of gout. What statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?

• A. "I should choose red meat instead of poultry."?
• B. "I should avoid eating liver and other organ meats."?
• C. I can drink only white wine."?
• D. "I will need to limit the number of fruit servings each day."?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. Convert 30 ml to ounces. (Type the answer as numeric only)

• A. 1
• B. 2
• C. 3
• D. 4

Correct answer: A

Rationale: 30 ml is equivalent to 1 ounce.

4. What statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the timing of progression of human immunodefiency virus (HIV) to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome?

• A. "Sexually transmitted infections will not make AIDS develop faster"?
• B. "My diet does not influence the progression of HIV to AIDS"?
• C. "If I practice medication, I may develop AIDS faster."?
• D. "IF I am re-exposed to HIV, the progression to AIDS may be faster,"?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

5. What can the nurse NOT teach a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) to reduce the risk of infection?

• A. Share toothpaste with family members
• B. Avoid raw fruits and vegetables
• C. Avoid cleaning your toothbrush with bleach
• D. Wash your hands thoroughly

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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