Nursing Elites

1. What steps are NOT included in preparing a sterile field?

• A. Do not turn away from the sterile field
• B. Obtain PAPR mask
• C. Prepare the client before setting up the sterile field
• D. Cover the sterile field once it is set up

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

2. To promote independence, which of these is the best intervention to implement?

• A. Perform the client’s activities of daily living for them.
• B. Speak directly in front of the client so they can read your lips well.
• C. Give the client their washcloth and toothbrush and leave the room.
• D. Allow the client to perform the activities of daily living they are able to do.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is to allow the client to perform the activities of daily living they are able to do. This intervention promotes independence by encouraging clients to maintain their functional abilities. Choice A is incorrect as performing the client's activities of daily living for them does not empower independence. Choice B is irrelevant to promoting independence. Choice C is not actively promoting independence as it involves leaving the client alone without any guidance or support.

3. The client with rheumatoid arthritis is having her rheumatoid factor (RF) drawn while she is having a flare-up of the disease. Which result is seen in clients with rheumatoid arthritis?

• A. Factor does not change
• B. Decreased level of rheumatoid arthritis
• C. A positive rheumatoid factor
• D. A negative rheumatoid factor

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

4. What is a negative effect of immobility on the musculoskeletal system?

• A. Pressure injury
• B. Contractures
• C. Glucose intolerance
• D. Incontinence

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Contractures are a negative effect of immobility on the musculoskeletal system.

5. The nurse Is teaching the client how to administer eye drops. Which of these actions indicates the need for further client education?

• A. The client sets the cap down in a manner that does not contaminate it.
• B. The client drops the prescribed number of drops into the conjunctival sac
• C. The client washes their hands before instilling the drops
• D. The client ensures that they touch the administration dropper to the eye

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Touching the dropper to the eye contaminates it and can lead to infection.

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