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

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2. The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client with osteoarthritis. What is the goal of medication therapy?

• A. Eradicate the disease
• B. Reduce pain and inflammation
• C. Turn on the immune system
• D. Manage weight loss

Correct answer: B

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3. The nurse will be using the Braden Scale with each admit to the long-term care center. Which of these will NOT be utilized in a Braden Scale Assessment?

• A. Mental state
• B. Friction and shear
• C. Nutrition
• D. Sensory perception

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

4. What is a negative effect of immobility on the cardiovascular system?

• A. Increased high density lipoprotein
• B. Increased circulation
• C. Increased pumping action of the heart
• D. Venous stasis

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Venous stasis is a negative effect of immobility on the cardiovascular system. Immobility can lead to blood pooling in the veins due to lack of movement, increasing the risk of blood clots. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because immobility does not lead to an increase in high density lipoprotein, circulation, or the pumping action of the heart.

5. A goal for a client with impaired mobility is to prevent skin breakdown. What nursing intervention would best help the client meet this goal?

• A. Assist the client to orthopneic position
• B. Offer the client a bedpan for toileting
• C. Offer a protein-rich diet
• D. Turn the client every 2 hours

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

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