Nursing Elites

1. Most adults with human immunodeficiency virus will exhibit which of the following laboratory values?

• A. Higher than normal number of CD4+ T-cells and CD8+ T-cells are normal
• B. Lower than normal number of CD4+ T-cells and higher than normal CD8+ T-cells
• C. Higher than normal number of CD4+ T-cells and CD8+ T-cells are low
• D. Lower than normal number of CD4+ T-cells and CD8+ T-cells are normal

Correct answer: D

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2. The nurse is caring for 4 clients. Which of these clients will the nurse see first?

• A. A client with sudden and increasing pain in his fractured arm
• B. A client being discharged in 2 hours and needs to be taught how to use his crutches
• C. A client with RA and a scheduled pain medication
• D. A client with a fractured ankle who would like a glass of water

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

3. The nurse educates a client about how to reduce their risk for osteoporosis. Which of these statements by the nurse is correct? (Select all that apply)

• A. You can decrease your risk of osteoporosis by avoiding vitamin D.
• B. You can decrease your risk of osteoporosis by reducing caffeine intake.
• C. You can decrease the risk of osteoporosis by decreasing alcohol intake.
• D. You can decrease your risk of osteoporosis by reducing protein intake.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, and quitting smoking can help decrease the risk of osteoporosis.

4. When providing a routine bed bath, what action does the nurse complete first?

• A. Cleanse the client's feet
• B. Cleanse the client's hands
• C. Cleanse the client's perineal area
• D. Cleanse the client's face

Correct answer: D

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5. The nurse assesses a deep wound. The area is covered by black and necrotic tissue. What term would the nurse use when documenting this wound?

• A. Tunnelling
• B. Eschar
• C. Blanching
• D. Cellulitis

Correct answer: B

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