during a skin inspection at the outpatient clinic the nurse notices patches of thick red skin with silvery scales on the clients elbows and knees what
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. During a skin inspection at the outpatient clinic, the nurse notices patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales on the client's elbows and knees. What skin abnormality does the nurse suspect?

Correct answer: C

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2. A nurse is preparing a community presentation about repetitive motion injuries. Which of the following occupations should the nurse identify as increasing a client's risk for carpal tunnel syndrome?

Correct answer: A

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3. A client has a new diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus HIV. The client is distraught and does not know what to do. What intervention by the nurse is the best?

Correct answer: C

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

Correct answer: D

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5. Which test is used in the diagnosis of osteoporosis?

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scan, which is commonly used to diagnose osteoporosis by measuring bone mineral density. Phalen's maneuver (choice A) is a test used to assess for carpal tunnel syndrome and is not related to osteoporosis. Proprioception (choice C) refers to the sense of body position and is not a diagnostic test for osteoporosis. Blood culture (choice D) is used to detect infections caused by bacteria in the bloodstream and is not relevant to the diagnosis of osteoporosis.

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