Nursing Elites

1. The nurse knows that the most common complication of Measles is: A Pneumonia and larynigotracheitis

• A. Encephalitis
• B. Otitis Media
• C. Bronchiectasis
• D.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Patient safety and efficacy of care depend on actions rooted in established nursing protocols that consider both the immediate and long-term needs of the patient.

2. You are to apply a transdermal patch of nitoglycerin to your client. The following are important guidelines to observe EXCEPT:

• A. Apply to hairless clean area of the skin not subject to much wrinkling
• B. Patches may be applied to distal part of the extremities like forearm
• C. Change application and site regularly to prevent irritation of the skin
• D. Wear gloves to avoid any medication on your hand

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Understanding the underlying pathology and therapeutic techniques ensures that nursing care is not only reactive but also preventative, reducing the risk of complications.

3. What is tocopherol?

• A. Vitamin B1
• B. Vitamin B2
• C. Vitamin B3
• D. Vitamin E

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Tocopherol is another name for Vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative damage. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as tocopherol is specifically related to Vitamin E and not Vitamin B1, B2, or B3.

4. Larry, 55 years old, who is suspected of having colorectal cancer, is admitted to the CI. After taking the history and vital signs the physician does which test as a screening test for colorectal cancer.

• A. Barium enema
• B. Carcinoembryonic antigen
• C. Annual digital rectal examination
• D. Proctosigmoidoscopy

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Understanding the underlying pathology and therapeutic techniques ensures that nursing care is not only reactive but also preventative, reducing the risk of complications.

5. Fatty acids may differ from one another:

• A. in chain length
• B. in degree of saturation
• C. in number of calories
• D.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Fatty acids vary in chain length and degree of saturation, affecting their physical properties and health effects.

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