Nursing Elites

1. What finding is often present in a client with osteoporosis?

• A. Chronic pain
• B. Dupuytren’s contracture
• C. Inflammation
• D. Kyphosis

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Kyphosis is a common finding in osteoporosis due to vertebral compression fractures. Chronic pain (Choice A) can occur in osteoporosis but is not a specific finding. Dupuytren’s contracture (Choice B) is a condition affecting hand fingers' connective tissue, not typically associated with osteoporosis. Inflammation (Choice C) is not a typical finding in osteoporosis but rather a characteristic of other conditions.

2. A nurse is caring for a client who has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in an abdominal wound. The nurse prepares to enter the room to check the client's pulse. What personal protective equipment (PPE) should the nurse don?

• A. PAPR mask
• B. Sterile gloves
• C. Gown
• D. Surgical mask

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

3. What is correct health promotion education for vision? (Select all that apply)

• A. Wear sunglasses to filter ultraviolet (UV) light
• B. Avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) use
• C. Wash your hands before touching your eyelids
• D. All of The Above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Wearing sunglasses, washing hands before touching eyelids, and wearing eye protection when working with fluids are important health promotion activities for vision.

4. 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

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5. 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:

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