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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson
1. 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
Rationale:
2. A nurse is caring for a client who has acute osteomyelitis. Which of the following interventions is the nurse's priority?
- A. Administer antibiotics to the client
- B. Increase the client's protein intake
- C. Teach relaxation breathing to reduce the client's pain
- D. Provide the client with anti-pyretic therapy
Correct answer: A
Rationale:
3. A client has a new arm cast. What is incorrect teaching by the nurse?
- A. Use a sling to alleviate fatigue
- B. Elevate the arm above the heart to reduce swelling
- C. Report ‘hot spots’ felt under the cast
- D. Sudden increase in drainage is expected
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Sudden increase in drainage is not expected and should be reported as it may indicate an infection or other complication.
4. What are signs of hearing loss? (Select all that apply)
- A. Answering questions correctly
- B. Presence of cerumen
- C. Tinnitus
- D. Frequent asking of others to repeat statements
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Signs of hearing loss include tinnitus, frequent asking to repeat statements, and shouting in conversations.
5. The nurse notices a new area of skin breakdown near the site of a dressing. This would be an example of which phase of the nursing process?
- A. Diagnosis
- B. Assessment
- C. Implementation
- D. Evaluation
Correct answer: B
Rationale:
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