Nursing Elites

1. The client with systemic sclerosis (Scleroderma) is experiencing Raynaud's phenomenon. What assessment finding does the nurse anticipate?

• A. Excessive heartburn
• B. Cyanosis of the lips
• C. Excess wrinkled skin
• D. Cold and purple nailbeds

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. The following client come to the ophthalmology clinic. Which client needs to be seen first?

• A. Client who had recent cataract surgery and has worsening vision
• B. Client with an absent red reflex on ophthalmic examination
• C. Client with an intraocular pressure of 24 mm Hg
• D. Client with a tearing, reddened eye with exudate

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Worsening vision after cataract surgery requires immediate attention to prevent complications.

3. What is not appropriate client education on the preventing the spread of methicillin- resistance Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?

• A. Avoid contact sports until the infection has cleared
• B. Use a bath sponge to cleanse the skin
• C. Wash hands with soap and water before and after touching the infected area
• D. Use an antibacterial soap when showering

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

4. On inspection, which client does the nurse suspect of having a visual impairment?

• A. The client whose sclera is white
• B. The client who has an intact blink reflex
• C. The client who is tilting their head
• D. The client with equal pupils

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Tilting the head may indicate a visual impairment as the client attempts to compensate for vision loss.

5. What complication of wound healing is an abnormal passage that connects two body cavities or a cavity and the skin?

• A. Fistula
• B. Hemorrhage
• C. Evisceration
• D. infection

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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