Nursing Elites

1. In administering blood transfusion, what needle gauge is used?

• A. 18 C. 23
• B. 22 D. 24
• C.
• D.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Nursing interventions should be grounded in a deep understanding of the physiological processes involved, ensuring that care provided is both effective and efficient.

2. In teaching the sister of a diabetic client about the proper use of a glucometer in determining the blood sugar level of the client, The nurse is focusing in which domain of learning according to bloom?

• A. Cognitive
• B. Affective
• C. Psychomotor
• D. Affiliative

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

3. Which of the following methods is the best method for determining nasogastric tube placement in the stomach?

• A. X-ray
• B. Observation of gastric aspirate
• C. Testing of pH of gastric aspirate
• D. Placement of external end of tube under water

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Patient safety and efficacy of care depend on actions rooted in established nursing protocols that consider both the immediate and long-term needs of the patient.

4. Sam is trying to lose weight by skipping lunch. By the middle of the afternoon, Sam is very uncomfortable and feels that they "have" to eat. Sam is experiencing:

• A. appetite
• B. satiety
• C. satiation
• D. hunger

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Hunger is the physiological need to eat, which Sam is experiencing due to skipping a meal and the body signaling the need for nutrients.

5. A client taking antibiotics develops diarrhea. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to include in the client’s diet?

• A. Whole wheat bread
• B. Fresh orange sections
• C. Ice cream
• D. Yogurt

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Yogurt is the correct answer because it contains probiotics that can help restore normal gut flora and reduce antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Whole wheat bread (Choice A) may worsen diarrhea due to its high fiber content. Fresh orange sections (Choice B) are acidic and may irritate the digestive system further. Ice cream (Choice C) is high in sugar and fat, which can exacerbate diarrhea.

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