Nursing Elites

1. What is an example of proper body mechanics when lifting?

• A. Lifting the object with your back
• B. Standing with a narrow stance
• C. Lifting excessive weight to strengthen the muscles
• D. Holding the object close to the body

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Proper body mechanics include holding objects close to the body to prevent injury.

2. A client has a new diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus HIV. The client is distraught and does not know what to do. What intervention by the nurse is the best?

• A. Offer to tell the family for the client
• B. Call the hospital clergy to speak with the client
• C. Assess the client's support system
• D. Explain the legal requirements to tell sex partners

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

3. A nurse working in an orthopedic unit is caring for 4 clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at highest risk for skin breakdown?

• A. An adolescent who has a patella fracture and is in an immobilizer
• B. A young adult who has a femur fracture and is going to surgery in two hours
• C. A middle-aged adult who has fractured his radius and has a cast
• D. An older adult who has a hip fracture and is immobile

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

4. What is the priority nursing diagnosis after surgery to repair a fracture?

• A. Disturbed body image
• B. Risk for infection
• C. Risk for impaired skin integrity
• D. Acute pain

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Risk for infection. After surgery to repair a fracture, the priority nursing diagnosis is to monitor for the risk of infection to promote proper healing. Infections can significantly delay the healing process and lead to further complications. Choices A, C, and D are not the priority immediately post-surgery. Disturbed body image, risk for impaired skin integrity, and acute pain may be concerns but are not the priority in the immediate post-operative period following fracture repair.

5. The nurse is caring for 4 clients. Which of these clients will the nurse see first?

• A. A client with rheumatoid arthritis and a scheduled pain medication
• B. A client being discharged in 2 hours and needs to be taught how to use crutches
• C. A client with sudden and increasing pain in a fractured arm
• D. A client with a fractured ankle who would like a glass of water

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because sudden and increasing pain in a fractured arm indicates a potential complication that requires immediate attention to assess and manage. Choices A, B, and D do not present immediate life-threatening situations or emergent needs compared to sudden and increasing pain in a fractured arm, which takes priority to ensure the client's safety and comfort.

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