Nursing Elites

1. Which step of the management process is concerned with Policy making and Stating the goals and objective of the institution?

• A. Planning
• B. Organizing
• C. Directing
• D. Controlling

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

2. A nurse is discussing sources of vitamin K with a client. Which food should the nurse recommend?

• A. Fish
• B. Leafy greens
• C. Citrus fruits
• D. Nuts

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Leafy greens are rich in vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting.

3. A client who is breastfeeding is being taught diet modification by a nurse. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

• A. I should drink an 8-ounce glass of water each time my baby nurses.
• B. I should take a 1500-milligram iron supplement daily.
• C. I can eat a 2500-calorie daily diet to lose 1 lb per week.
• D. I can eat ounces of swordfish daily.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because drinking an 8-ounce glass of water each time the baby nurses helps maintain hydration and support milk production. Choice B is incorrect as the need for iron supplementation should be discussed with a healthcare provider. Choice C is incorrect as a 2500-calorie diet is not typically recommended for weight loss during breastfeeding. Choice D is incorrect as consuming high levels of swordfish is not advisable due to its mercury content, which can be harmful to the baby.

4. Clients may benefit from slightly higher fat intakes than are normally recommended if they have:

• A. congestive heart failure
• B. cerebrovascular accident
• C. peripheral vascular disease
• D. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), higher fat intake can be beneficial because it provides more calories with less respiratory burden compared to carbohydrates. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because congestive heart failure, cerebrovascular accident, and peripheral vascular disease do not specifically benefit from higher fat intakes as in COPD.

5. The nurse interprets the statement “Bow down before me! I am the holy mother of Christ! I am the blessed Virgin Mary!” as important in documenting in which of the following areas of mental status examination?

• A. Thought content
• B. Mood
• C. Affect
• D. Attitude

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

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