Nursing Elites

1. A nurse is teaching a newly hired group of unlicensed assistive personnel about infection-control measures on the unit. What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of pathogens during client care?

• A. Properly dispose of contaminated equipment
• B. Perform hand hygiene
• C. Discard used syringes into appropriate containers
• D. Change soiled linens

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

2. A client has AIDS. Which of these findings indicate possible infection?

• A. Respirations; 22 breaths per minute
• B. Client ambulates 20 feet
• C. Purulent drainage
• D. Oxygen saturation; 97% on room air

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

3. The nurse has documented the following wound assessment. "Shallow, open, reddened ulcer with no slough on the anterior region of the right heel?"? what stage is the wound?

• A. Stage 3
• B. Stage 4
• C. Stage 1
• D. Stage 2

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

4. A client is recovering from a fractured radius that occurred 7weeks ago. Which state of bone healing occurs at this time as the callus is restored and transformed into bone?

• A. Stage 3
• B. Stage 5
• C. Stage 1
• D. Stage 4

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

5. What are signs of hearing loss? (Select all that apply)

• A. Answering questions correctly
• B. Presence of cerumen
• C. Tinnitus
• D. Frequent asking of others to repeat statements

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Signs of hearing loss include tinnitus, frequent asking to repeat statements, and shouting in conversations.

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