Nursing Elites

1. A client recently had an above the knee amputation and complains of pain distal to the amputation. What type of pain is the client experiencing?

• A. Nociceptive
• B. Neuropathic
• C. Visceral
• D. Cutaneous

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

2. Which of the following statements made by a client diagnosed with human immunodefiency virus (HIV) would require further teaching?

• A. "I will have to be careful and avoid crowds."?
• B. "I will take prescribed medications."?
• C. "I will have to take medications for the rest of my life."?
• D. "I will only need to take HIV medications for 6 months, and I will be cured

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

3. What nursing intervention is best to improve communication with a hearingimpaired client?

• A. Talk in a regular voice in the good ear
• B. Talk loudly in the impaired ear
• C. Write down the message
• D. Speak slowly and clearly while facing the client

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

4. A client has cellulitis on his left arm. What statement by the client indicates understanding of symptom management?

• A. "I can use tight bandages on my arm."?
• B. "I should not apply heat to my arm."?
• C. "I can use a warm, moist towel on my arm."?
• D. "I should use a cold, dry source on my arm."?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

5. What is a negative effect of immobility on the musculoskeletal system?

• A. Pressure injury
• B. Contractures
• C. Glucose intolerance
• D. Incontinence

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Contractures are a negative effect of immobility on the musculoskeletal system.

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