Nursing Elites

1. What is one of the earliest signs of fat embolism syndrome?

• A. Paresthesia
• B. Severe pain in the affected limb unrelieved by medication
• C. Edema
• D. Hypoxemia

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Hypoxemia is one of the earliest signs of fat embolism syndrome. In fat embolism syndrome, fat globules enter the bloodstream and can obstruct blood flow in the lungs, leading to hypoxemia. Paresthesia, severe pain unrelieved by medication, and edema are not typically among the earliest signs of fat embolism syndrome.

2. An area of erythema on the child's skin is being assessed by the nurse. The nurse presses down on the area, and the area becomes white. What time does the nurse document for this finding?

• A. Non-blanching
• B. Blanching
• C. Redness
• D. Warmth

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for osteoarthritis?

• A. Older age
• B. Sports injuries
• C. Obesity
• D. Vegan diet

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

4. The goal for a client with impaired mobility is to prevent atelectasis. What nursing intervention would best help the client meet this goal?

• A. Assist the client to orthopneic position
• B. Offer a protein rich diet
• C. Offer the client a bedpan for toileting
• D. Turn the client every 4 hours

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The orthopneic position helps improve lung expansion, reducing the risk of atelectasis.

5. 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:

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