Nursing Elites

1. The nurse assesses a wound with exudate. What should not be included when documenting the exudate?

• A. Amount
• B. Consistency
• C. Heat
• D. Odor

Correct answer: C

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2. The nurse has documented the following wound assessment. "Shallow, open, reddened ulcer with no slough on the anterior region of the right heel?"? what stage is the wound?

• A. Stage 3
• B. Stage 4
• C. Stage 1
• D. Stage 2

Correct answer: D

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3. A client has sustained an open fracture. How can the nurse best prevent osteomyelitis in this client?

• A. Administer pain medication
• B. Use proper hand hygiene and strict infection control
• C. Delegate all client personal care to specific unlicensed assistive personnel
• D. Plate the client in contact precautions

Correct answer: B

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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 an example of a client's primary defense to infection?

• A. Intact skin
• B. Inflammation
• C. Phagocytosis
• D. Fever

Correct answer: A

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