Nursing Elites

1. By providing measures to reduce skin breakdown, how does the nurse break the chain of infection?

• A. Sterilizing the area to reduce the reservoir risk
• B. Maintaining the integrity of a portal of entry
• C. Creating a reservoir to decrease the risk of infection
• D. Creating a susceptible host

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

2. What evaluation indicates successful progress on the client goal of increasing daily physical activity?

• A. The client reports decreased social interaction
• B. The client reports more nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) use
• C. The client reports a fall
• D. The client reports less fatigue walking up stairs

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because reporting less fatigue when walking up stairs indicates improved physical endurance, showing progress in increasing daily activity. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because decreased social interaction, increased NSAID use, and experiencing a fall are not indicators of successful progress in increasing daily physical activity.

3. 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.

4. What are some of the expected outcomes when medications are given for rheumatoid arthritis?

• A. Increased quality of life
• B. Increased range of motion
• C. Decreased pain
• D. Cure the disease

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

5. Dry skin (Xerosis) can lead to itching (Pruritis). What statement by the client indicates need for further teaching about preventing dry skin?

• A. I will drink at least 3000 mL of water daily."?
• B. . 'I will shower every day in hot water."?
• C. I will avoid tights belts."?
• D. I will use a humidifier during the winter months."?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

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