Nursing Elites

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

• A. Observe client for changes in mental status
• B. Use aseptic technique for wound care and emptying of drains
• C. Keep the client's heels off the bed
• D. Perform neurovascular assessments per protocol

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. During a skin inspection at the outpatient clinic, the nurse notices patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales on the client's elbows and knees. What skin abnormality does the nurse suspect?

• A. Scabies
• B. Rosacea
• C. Psoriasis
• D. Statis dermatitis

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

3. What is not a potential complication of RA?

• A. Paresthesia's
• B. Fibromyalgia
• C. Joint deformity
• D. Dry eyes

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

4. What may be a cause of conductive hearing loss?

• A. Prolonged exposure to loud noises
• B. Medications
• C. Presbycusis
• D. Otitis media

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Otitis media can cause conductive hearing loss by affecting the middle ear.

5. A client with systemic lupus erythematous complains of flank pain. Which laboratory test does the nurse anticipate will be ordered?

• A. Platelets
• B. Skin biopsy
• C. Creatinine
• D. Hemoglobin

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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