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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

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?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. A client is experiencing numbness and tingling distal to a new arm cast with no increase in pain. The nurse assesses that the client's fingers are pale, cool and swollen. What action does the nurse take next?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. What may be a cause of conductive hearing loss?

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Otitis media can cause conductive hearing loss by affecting the middle ear.

4. What complication of fractures is caused by increased pressure which can result in decreased circulation to the area?

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Acute compartment syndrome is the correct answer. It involves increased pressure within muscles, leading to decreased blood flow and tissue damage. Venous thromboembolism (Choice A) is a condition where a blood clot forms in a vein, usually in the leg. Fat embolism syndrome (Choice C) occurs when fat globules enter the bloodstream and block blood vessels. Hemorrhage (Choice D) refers to bleeding, which can occur with fractures but does not specifically involve increased pressure leading to decreased circulation as in acute compartment syndrome.

5. A client is diagnosed with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). What symptoms is the first to occur?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

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