Nursing Elites

1. What occurs during stage three of bone healing?

• A. Consolidation
• B. Callus formation
• C. Granulation formation
• D. Hematoma formation

Correct answer: B

Rationale: During stage three of bone healing, callus formation occurs. This process involves the formation of a soft callus made of collagen and cartilage, which bridges the gap between bone fragments. Choice A, consolidation, typically happens in later stages and involves the hardening of the callus into mature bone. Choices C and D are incorrect as granulation formation and hematoma formation occur in earlier stages of bone healing, specifically stages one and two, respectively.

2. Why is traction used?

• A. It allows the bones to realign
• B. It decreases the risk of misalignment
• C. It promotes wound healing
• D. It allows the client to rest longer

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Traction is used to help align the bones properly during the healing process. Choice A is correct because traction assists in allowing the bones to realign correctly, promoting proper healing. Choice B is incorrect as traction does not decrease the risk of misalignment; instead, it helps reduce misalignment by aiding in bone alignment. Choice C is incorrect because while traction indirectly supports wound healing by ensuring proper bone alignment, its primary purpose is not wound healing. Choice D is incorrect as the primary purpose of traction is not to allow the client to rest longer, but rather to aid in bone alignment for optimal healing.

3. A client does not understand why vision loss due to glaucoma is irreversible. What is the best explanation?

• A. Once bacterial infection has caused damage, the tissue does not regenerate.
• B. Once retinal detachment occurs, it does not return to its normal state.
• C. Too many nerve fibers have become ischemic and died, so vision loss is permanent.
• D. Glaucoma always leads to permanent blindness.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. In glaucoma, the optic nerve damage due to high intraocular pressure leads to permanent vision loss because the nerve fibers do not regenerate. Choice A is incorrect as it discusses bacterial infection, not relevant to glaucoma. Choice B is incorrect because it refers to retinal detachment, not glaucoma. Choice D is incorrect because not all glaucoma cases lead to permanent blindness; vision loss can be prevented or slowed with treatment.

4. What nursing interventions increase the risk the pressure injuries?

• A. Padding hard surfaces
• B. Have client sit in wheelchair as much as possible
• C. Place pillows between bony surfaces
• D. Keep head of bed (HOB) at or less than 3

Correct answer: B

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5. A nurse is teaching a newly hired group of unlicensed assistive personnel about infection-control measures on the unit. What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of pathogens during client care?

• A. Properly dispose of contaminated equipment
• B. Perform hand hygiene
• C. Discard used syringes into appropriate containers
• D. Change soiled linens

Correct answer: B

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