Nursing Elites

1. What are nonsurgical treatment options for carpal tunnel syndrome? (Select all that apply)

• A. Using a splint
• B. Ultrasound therapy
• C. Endoscopic carpal tunnel release
• D. All of the above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'All of the above.' Non-surgical treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome include using a splint, ultrasound therapy, corticosteroid injections, and NSAIDs. Choice A is correct as using a splint helps to keep the wrist in a neutral position, reducing pressure on the median nerve. Choice B is correct as ultrasound therapy can help reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms. Choice C, 'Endoscopic carpal tunnel release,' is incorrect as it is a surgical procedure, not a nonsurgical treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome.

2. What is not a potential complication of RA?

• A. Paresthesia's
• B. Fibromyalgia
• C. Joint deformity
• D. Dry eyes

Correct answer: A

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3. 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

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4. What is a classic symptom assessed in clients with lupus?

• A. Butterfly rash
• B. Chvostek's sign
• C. Ovid's sign
• D. Heberden's nodes

Correct answer: A

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5. The nurse is providing medication for a client with osteomyelitis. What teaching should the nurse indicate in the education?

• A. The most common adverse e effect for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)are liver failure and tinnitus
• B. The main side effect of acetaminophen is gastrointestinal GI bleeding
• C. You should not take more than 4000 mg of acetaminophen a day
• D. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are very safe and are known to have no side effects

Correct answer: A

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