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. A client who is postoperative following a liver transplant and weighs 65 kg. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

• A. Keep the client NPO for the first week postoperative.
• B. Limit caloric content once the client resumes eating.
• C. Stress the importance of safe food-handling practices.
• D. Decrease foods high in carbohydrates once the client resumes eating.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: After a liver transplant, it is crucial to stress the importance of safe food-handling practices to prevent foodborne illnesses, especially due to the client's altered immune system. Keeping the client NPO for the first week postoperative is not recommended as early nutrition support is essential for recovery. Limiting caloric content once the client resumes eating may not be appropriate as they need adequate nutrition for healing. Decreasing foods high in carbohydrates without a specific indication may lead to inadequate nutrient intake, which is not ideal for the client's recovery.

3. Which of the following foods provides the most protein?

• A. Beans
• B. Red peppers
• C. Asparagus
• D. Celery

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A, Beans. Beans are known to be a good source of protein compared to the other options provided. While red peppers, asparagus, and celery are nutritious vegetables, they do not contain as much protein as beans do. Red peppers are high in vitamin C, asparagus is rich in vitamins and minerals, and celery is low in calories and a good source of fiber, but they are not significant sources of protein.

4. The rationales for using a prostaglandin gel for a client prior to the induction of labor is to:

• A. Soften and efface the cervix
• B. Numb cervical pain receptors
• C. Prevent cervical lacerations
• D. Stimulate uterine contractions

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

5. This special form is used when the patient is admitted to the unit. The nurse completes the information in this record particularly his/her basic personal data, current illness, previous health history, health history of the family, emotional profile, environmental history as well as physical assessment together with nursing diagnosis on admission. What do you call this record?

• A. Nursing Kardex
• B. Nursing Health History and Assessment Worksheet
• C. Medicine and Treatment Record
• D. Discharge Summary

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

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