the nurse is planning care for a post operative client after a total hip arthroplasty what is the priority nursing intervention
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. The nurse is planning care for a post-operative client after a total hip arthroplasty. What is the priority nursing intervention?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. The nurse is assessing a client who had a cast placed 4 hours ago. What assessment finding is cause for concern?

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Inability to insert a finger between the cast and skin indicates the cast is too tight, risking circulation problems.

3. The quality and risk nurse in the local hospital is performing a hospital survey on sentinel events. Which statements would the nurse use to best describe a sentinel event?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

5. Which of the following lab tests should NOT be used for diagnosing connective tissue diseases?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

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