Nursing Elites

1. The client is at risk for impaired skin integrity related to the need for several weeks of bedrest. The nurse evaluates the client after 1 week and finds skin integrity is not impaired. In evaluating the plan of care, what is the nurse's best action?

• A. Remove the nursing diagnosis in the plan of care since it has not occurred
• B. Change the nursing diagnosis in plan of care to impaired mobility
• C. Modify the nursing diagnosis in plan of care to impaired skin integrity
• D. Keep the nursing diagnosis in the plan of care the same since the risk factors are still present

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. What is not a nursing intervention for a client with osteoporosis?

• A. Nurse will encourage the intake of adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D
• B. Nurse will encourage the client to complete weight-bearing exercises
• C. Nurse will encourage the client to avoid muscle strengthening exercises
• D. Nurse will encourage the client to avoid repetitive movements

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. Avoiding muscle strengthening exercises is not recommended for clients with osteoporosis; on the contrary, weight-bearing exercises are beneficial. Choice A is correct as ensuring adequate calcium and vitamin D intake is essential for bone health. Choice B is also correct as weight-bearing exercises help improve bone density. Choice D is incorrect because avoiding repetitive movements is not a standard nursing intervention for osteoporosis.

3. A well-rounded fitness program focuses on flexibility, resistance training and aerobic conditioning. What statements are true about a well-rounded fitness program? (Select all that apply)

• A. Movement against resistance increases muscular strength and endurance
• B. Intensity is the amount of time a person is exercising
• C. Stretching after exercise cools the muscles and limits post exercise stiffness
• D. all of the Above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Resistance training, proper stretching, and exercise duration/intensity contribute to a well-rounded fitness program.

4. What is the best goal for pain control in a client with RA?

• A. The client will eat healthy meals today and stay hydrated
• B. The client will have throughout the entire day
• C. The client will have pain less than 3/10 for most of the day
• D. The client will have pain less than 8/10 throughout the day

Correct answer: D

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5. What is a sign of inadequate perfusion?

• A. Intact sensation
• B. Pallor in toes
• C. Bounding pulses
• D. Pink fingers

Correct answer: B

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