Nursing Elites

1. The nurse notices a new area of skin breakdown near the site of a dressing. This would be an example of which phase of the nursing process?

• A. Diagnosis
• B. Assessment
• C. Implementation
• D. Evaluation

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

2. A client is bedridden and appears to be frail and malnourished. Which nursing interventions will increase the risk of pressure injury?

• A. Applying moisturizer to dry areas of the skin
• B. Massaging the client's reddened shoulders and heels
• C. Cleansing the skin routinely after soiling occurs
• D. Using a Hoyer lift for all transfers

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. What should the nurse do first if they are stuck by a needle?

• A. Seek medical attention
• B. Flush the exposed skin with water
• C. Complete an incident report
• D. Report the exposure

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

4. What health teaching would not help an older adult avoid a musculoskeletal injury?

• A. Avoid home modification
• B. Wear a helmet when riding a bicycle
• C. Osteoporosis screening
• D. Fall prevention

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Avoiding home modifications can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older adults.

5. What statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the timing of progression of human immunodefiency virus (HIV) to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome?

• A. "Sexually transmitted infections will not make AIDS develop faster"?
• B. "My diet does not influence the progression of HIV to AIDS"?
• C. "If I practice medication, I may develop AIDS faster."?
• D. "IF I am re-exposed to HIV, the progression to AIDS may be faster,"?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

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