Nursing Elites

1. What client is a susceptible host most at risk for infection?

• A. A client with leukemia
• B. A hospitalized 35-year-old-client
• C. A child who is immunized
• D. A 60-year-old client

Correct answer: A

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2. A nurse is providing teaching to an older client who has osteoarthritis that is affecting the knees. What statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?

• A. I can use either heat or ice to help relieve the discomfort
• B. The purpose of drug therapy is to stop the disease progression.'
• C. I will start a daily running program to get more exercise.'
• D. I should avoid physical activity to prevent further injury.'

Correct answer: A

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3. What is an infectious disease that can be transmitted directly from one person to another?

• A. A communicable disease
• B. A portal of exit from the reservoir
• C. A susceptible host
• D. A portal of entry to a host

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

4. A client with systemic sclerosis has been in bed for 2 weeks due to fatigue and abdominal pain. Today, the client came into the clinic complaining of her leg being hot, red and painful. What does the nurse suspect?

• A. Amputation
• B. Deep vein thrombosis
• C. Internal bleeding
• D. Kidney failure

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

5. A client with lupus experience Raynaud's phenomenon. What should the nurse include when providing client education about this?

• A. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure you wear gloves in winter.'
• B. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure you brush your teeth for 2 minutes.'
• C. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure to keep cool.'
• D. In order to avoid flare-ups of Raynaud's, ensure you wear sunscreen.'

Correct answer: A

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