Nursing Elites

1. The client states, "Why am I getting protein supplements while I am healing from a bed sore?"? What is the best response by the nurse?

• A. Because it is easy to digest.'
• B. Protein has amin acid that promotes wound healing.'
• C. If you do not like it, you do not have to take it.'
• D. These supplements have nothing to do with your wound,'

Correct answer: B

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2. Where will the nurse collect the most reliable source of pain assessment?

• A. From the nurse-to-nurse bedside report
• B. From a medical surgical book
• C. From the client
• D. From the client's chart

Correct answer: C

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3. A nurse is providing teaching to an older client who has osteoarthritis that is affecting the knees. What statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?

• A. I can use either heat or ice to help relieve the discomfort
• B. The purpose of drug therapy is to stop the disease progression.'
• C. I will start a daily running program to get more exercise.'
• D. I should avoid physical activity to prevent further injury.'

Correct answer: A

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4. A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for ibuprofen to treat rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should teach the client to monitor for what adverse effect of this medication?

• A. Bleeding
• B. Insomnia
• C. Blurred vision
• D. Constipation

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

5. A client with lupus experience Raynaud's phenomenon. What should the nurse include when providing client education about this?

• A. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure you wear gloves in winter.'
• B. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure you brush your teeth for 2 minutes.'
• C. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure to keep cool.'
• D. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure you wear sunscreen.'

Correct answer: A

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