Nursing Elites

1. A man has been admitted to the hospital unit with a medical diagnosis of COPD. He is receiving supplemental oxygen at 2 L/min via nasal cannula. Which positioning technique will best assist him with his breathing?

• A. Prone position
• B. Sim's position
• C. Lateral position
• D. Fowler's position

Correct answer: D

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2. 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:

3. The client complains of fatigue and joint pain and reports that they are unable to walk due to pain in the knees. What is the most appropriate statement by the nurse?

• A. "You just have arthritis and should take some ibuprofen."?
• B. "You should avoid walking. This might be osteoporosis."?
• C. "Please tell me more about when your pain started."?
• D. "You need to lose weight or the pain won't go away."?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

4. A client has a fractured right arm. What should the nurse do first?

• A. Apply ice to the fracture site
• B. Administer pain medications
• C. Remove the client’s bracelet and rings from the right arm
• D. Send the client to radiology for an x-ray

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The nurse should first remove the client's bracelet and rings from the right arm. This action is crucial to prevent complications such as swelling and restricted blood flow, which could worsen the condition. Applying ice, administering pain medications, and sending the client for an x-ray are important steps but should come after ensuring the client's jewelry is removed to avoid any further issues.

5. The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client with osteoarthritis. What is the goal of medication therapy?

• A. Eradicate the disease
• B. Reduce pain and inflammation
• C. Turn on the immune system
• D. Manage weight loss

Correct answer: B

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