Nursing Elites

1. Which assessment is NOT a nonverbal sing of pain?

• A. Decreased attention span
• B. Grimacing
• C. Increase in heart rate
• D. Reported pain of 5/10

Correct answer: D

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2. What should the nurse do first if they are stuck by a needle?

• A. Seek medical attention
• B. Flush the exposed skin with water
• C. Complete an incident report
• D. Report the exposure

Correct answer: B

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3. The quality and risk nurse in the local hospital is performing a hospital survey on sentinel events. Which statements would the nurse use to best describe a sentinel event?

• A. Operating room event involving the use of unsafe equipments
• B. Specific events that enable a hospital to maximize reimbursement
• C. An unexpected event involving death or serious physical or psychological injury
• D. An event that can cause serious injury to a client that should never happen in a hospital

Correct answer: C

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4. A nurse is teaching a client who has out about dietary recommendations. The nurse should teach the client which of the following beverages can trigger an attack?

• A. Fruit juice
• B. Alcohol
• C. Milk
• D. Coffee

Correct answer: B

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5. A nurse is providing oral hygiene for an unconscious client. What is the priority nursing intervention?

• A. Position the client on one side with the head turned towards you
• B. Handle dentures with care
• C. Use gentle brushing and flossing techniques for clients with fragile mucosa
• D. Have a suction apparatus ready at the bedside

Correct answer: A

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