Nursing Elites

1. The nurse Is teaching the client how to administer eye drops. Which of these actions indicates the need for further client education?

• A. The client sets the cap down in a manner that does not contaminate it.
• B. The client drops the prescribed number of drops into the conjunctival sac
• C. The client washes their hands before instilling the drops
• D. The client ensures that they touch the administration dropper to the eye

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Touching the dropper to the eye contaminates it and can lead to infection.

2. The 65-year-old male client who is complaining of blurred vision reports he thinks his glasses need to be cleaned all the time and he denies any type of eye pain. Which eye disorder should the nurse suspects the clients has?

• A. Cataracts
• B. Diabetic retinopathy
• C. Corneal dystrophy
• D. Conjunctivitis

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

3. The client has been asked to perform weight-bearing exercises three times a week. The client admits to not doing the recommended exercises. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

• A. I walk 3 miles every day. Would you like to join me?
• B. Tell me more about your experience with these exercises.
• C. My dad never exercised. He fell and broke his hip. Is that your goal?
• D. You should be doing these exercises.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The most appropriate response by the nurse is to ask the client to elaborate on their experience with the exercises. By doing so, the nurse can gain insight into any barriers the client may be facing and work together to find solutions to improve adherence. Choice A is not appropriate as it doesn't address the client's situation. Choice C is not relevant and may induce fear in the client. Choice D is directive and does not promote open communication or understanding of the client's perspective.

4. Which of the following clients should be placed in isolation for airborne precautions?

• A. A high school wrestling championship with a rash
• B. A client that recently travelled and developed a fever with cough
• C. A client with an unknown skin infection
• D. A client with heart palpitations

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

5. Antibodies are passed from mother to fetus through the placenta. What is this type of immunity called?

• A. Artificial passive
• B. Natural passive
• C. Natural active
• D. Artificial active

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

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