Nursing Care Management Test Preparation https://quizplus.com/study-set/2305 67 Chapters 2944 Verified Questions
Nursing Care Management Test Preparation Course Introduction Nursing Care Management focuses on developing the skills necessary for effective leadership and coordination of patient care within diverse healthcare settings. The course covers concepts such as care planning, delegation, resource allocation, interdisciplinary
collaboration,
and
patient
advocacy.
Emphasis
is
placed
on
evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and ethical considerations, as well as strategies for managing complex cases, promoting patient safety, and navigating healthcare systems. Through case studies and practical scenarios, students learn to optimize patient outcomes and contribute positively to healthcare team dynamics.
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Nursing A Concept Based Approach to Learning Volume I.II and III 1st Edition by Pearson Service
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Chapter 1: Acid-Base Balance Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 79 Verified Questions 79 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45817
Sample Questions Q1) A common cause of metabolic acidosis is A)hyperventilation in a client with anxiety. B)high blood glucose in a client with type 1 diabetes. C)vomiting in a client with a gastrointestinal infection. D)opiate overdose in a client with depression. Answer: B Q2) A client is admitted to the hospital with sudden, severe abdominal pain. The client is diagnosed with respiratory alkalosis. Which arterial blood gas value does the nurse document to support this diagnosis? A)pH is 7.33 and PaCO<sub>2</sub> is 36. B)pH is 7.51 and HCO<sub>2</sub> is 30. C)pH is 7.47 and PaCO<sub>2</sub> is 25. D)pH is 7.35 and PaO<sub>2</sub> is 88. Answer: C Q3) Why should a nurse take daily weights of a client with acid-base balance? A)It helps monitor oxygenation status. B)It helps monitor perfusion of organs. C)It helps monitor renal function. D)It helps monitor fluid balance. Answer: D To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 3
Chapter 2: Cellular Regulation Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 119 Verified Questions 119 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45819
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse suspects that a client with severe shortness of breath in the absence of cyanosis is experiencing anemia. Which laboratory tests should the nurse review to confirm anemia? Select all that apply. A)Serum electrolytes B)Cardiac enzymes C)Hemoglobin D)Blood sugar E)Hematocrit Answer: C, E Q2) A client has colorectal cancer at stage I, T2. What has the tumor invaded? A)The submucosa of the bowel B)The muscularis propria of the bowel C)The perirectal tissues D)The lymph nodes Answer: B To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 3: Comfort Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 76 Verified Questions 76 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45821
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing chronic fatigue related to medication being taken for seasonal allergies. What should the nurse anticipate would most likely help this client? A)A medication change to treat seasonal allergies B)Physical therapy to promote exercise C)Acupuncture and massage D)Sleep medication to increase rest time Answer: A Q2) The nurse is caring for a dying child. Which nursing action supports the primary goal for a dying child? A)Keep the child entertained so she does not think about dying. B)Ensure that a good relationship is maintained with the family. C)Administer pain medication as ordered. D)Maintain a busy schedule for child and family members. Answer: C To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 4: Digestion Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 55 Verified Questions 55 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45822
Sample Questions Q1) A client is scheduled for a diagnostic test to determine digestion status. Which test does not require fasting or other preparation? A)Barium swallow B)Amylase C)Endoscopy D)Lipid panel Q2) A pediatric client is diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). The nurse is observing a return demonstration of the caregiver preparing and feeding the infant formula. Which observation demonstrates correct procedure for preventing GERD symptoms? A)Burping the infant after 4 ounces of formula are taken B)Thinning the formula with water prior to feeding C)Positioning the infant upright for a minimum of 30 minutes D)Warming the formula prior to feeding Q3) Which of the following clients is most likely to develop adult pyloric stenosis? A)11-year-old female client with acute pancreatitis B)22-year-old male client with acute hepatitis B C)33-year-old female client with GERD D)44-year-old male client with gastritis To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 6
Chapter 5: Elimination Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 75 Verified Questions 75 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45825
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is providing care to a client who is diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The client's primary concern is burning and difficulty when urinating. Based on this data, which nursing diagnosis is the priority for this client? A)Fluid Volume Overload B)Fluid Volume Deficit C)Acute Pain D)Deficient Knowledge Q2) A client with urinary calculi is admitted to the hospital. When planning care for this client, which goal is most appropriate? A)The client will lose 25 pounds in 3 months. B)The client will ambulate three times a day. C)The client will request pain medication at the onset of pain. D)The client will shower independently. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 6: Fluids and Electrolytes Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 74 Verified Questions 74 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45827
Sample Questions Q1) The community nurse visits the home of a young child who is home from school because of sudden onset of nausea, vomiting, and lethargy. The nurse suspects acute kidney injury (AKI). Which clinical manifestations support the nurse's suspicions? Select all that apply. A)Elevated blood pressure B)Postural hypotension C)Wheezing D)Edema E)Hematuria Q2) The nurse is providing care to a client who is exhibiting clinical manifestations of a severe fluid and electrolyte imbalance. Based on this data, which of the following orders should the nurse anticipate from the healthcare provider? Select all that apply. A)Initiate intravenous therapy. B)Initiate hypodermoclysis. C)Administer antibiotics. D)Administer diuretics. E)Administer red blood cells. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 7: Health Wellness and Illness Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 35 Verified Questions 35 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45828
Sample Questions Q1) A nurse is caring for a client with glossitis secondary to nutritional deficiencies. Based on this data, which is the priority focus of this client's care? A)Upper lip B)Upper teeth C)Uvula D)Tongue Q2) When talking to a client about sleep patterns, one of the most important interventions the nurse can suggest for clients who are having difficulty sleeping is to A)eat a small snack before bedtime. B)take an over-the-counter sleep aid such as melatonin. C)set a routine time to go to bed and a routine time to get out of bed. D)do a calming activity in bed before trying to sleep, such as reading a book. Q3) For a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the nurse may provide health promotion teaching about what other major health concept? A)Safety B)Elimination C)Immunity D)Development To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 9
Chapter 8: Immunity Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 68 Verified Questions 68 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45831
Sample Questions Q1) Which of the following cells would be classified as granulocytes? A)Helper T cells B)Macrophages C)Natural killer (NK)cells D)Eosinophils Q2) Development of leukopenia suggests that an individual A)is immunocompetent. B)is experiencing an infection somewhere in the body. C)may have suppressed bone marrow activity. D)has an abnormally high number of circulating leukocytes. Q3) A female client with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)is being treated with immunosuppressant drugs and corticosteroids. When providing teaching to this client, which of the following points are appropriate for the nurse to include? Select all that apply. A)Avoid large crowds. B)Don't get a flu shot. C)Use contraception to prevent pregnancy. D)Refrain from taking aspirin products. E)Report any signs of infection to the healthcare provider. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 10
Chapter 9: Infection Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 100 Verified Questions 100 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45832
Sample Questions Q1) An older adult client is admitted with pneumonia. Which manifestations would the nurse expect to find when assessing this client? Select all that apply. A)Hemoptysis B)Increased appetite C)Cough D)Tachypnea E)Fever Q2) The nurse is admitting a client to the intensive care unit. Earlier, the client presented to the emergency department in early septic shock. Given this information, which assessment findings should the nurse anticipate? Select all that apply. A)Normal blood pressure B)Rapid and deep respirations C)Shallow respirations D)Warm and flushed skin E)Lethargic mental status F)Decreased urine output To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 10: Inflammation Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 66 Verified Questions 66 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45835
Sample Questions Q1) Which of the following lab values increases in the presence of renal impairment? A)Creatinine clearance B)Urine creatinine C)Serum creatinine D)Total urine output Q2) A client with cholelithiasis is in the clinic for a follow-up assessment after hospitalization. What lifestyle modification should the nurse teach the client to decrease the pain associated with the disease process? A)Reduce sodium intake B)Decrease fat consumption C)Increase fluids D)Decrease smoking Q3) The nurse is evaluating care provided to an older adult client with a history of cholecystitis 5 months ago. Which of the following statements on the part of the client indicates that the client met a goal in the plan of care? A)"I have increased my intake of fat." B)"I have been eating out often." C)"I have been walking 1 mile every day." D)"I have been able to gain 5 pounds on the new diet." To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 12
Chapter 11: Intracranial Regulation Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 45 Verified Questions 45 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45837
Sample Questions Q1) Traumatic brain injury occurs when which of the following causes some degree of impairment to brain structure or function? A)Congenital disorder B)External force C)Infection D)Stress reaction Q2) The nurse provides teaching about phenytoin (Dilantin)to the mother of a school-age client with a seizure disorder. Which statement made by the mother indicates that teaching has been effective? A)"I will give his medicine on an empty stomach so he will absorb it better." B)"I will check his gums and increase visits to the dentist." C)"I will use a carbonated beverage to dilute his medication." D)"I will allow him to chew the tablet." Q3) What part of the body controls reflexes and regulates activities such as vomiting, hiccupping, coughing, and sneezing? A)Brainstem B)Hypothalamus C)Spinal cord D)Thalamus To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 13
Chapter 12: Metabolism Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 74 Verified Questions 74 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45839
Sample Questions Q1) A client with hyperthyroidism is scheduled for surgery in a few days. Which collaborative intervention would address cardiovascular symptoms that may prevent the client from undergoing the procedure? A)Nothing, because there is little effect on the quality of life in older adults. B)Administration of antithyroid medications with propranolol C)The ingestion of radioactive iodine, I-131 D)A combination treatment with levothyroxine (Synthroid)and amiodarone (Cordarone) Q2) A nurse is conducting a health history on an older adult client. Which assessment finding indicates the client is at risk for osteoporosis? A)Having a body mass index (BMI)that indicates obesity B)Using glucocorticoids for 10 years because of a chronic lung disorder C)Eating three to five servings of shrimp and liver per week D)Drinking three glasses of skim milk daily To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 13: Mobility Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 114 Verified Questions 114 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45840
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse gives discharge instructions to an adult client who sustained a bicycle fall and underwent open reduction and internal fixation of a fractured hip. After the teaching is complete, which statements by the client indicate appropriate understanding of the information presented? Select all that apply. A)"I will use my abduction pillow while sleeping to maintain proper hip alignment." B)"I will use a high toilet seat to prevent excess flexion of my hip." C)"I only need to use my walker during physical therapy appointments." D)"I will take my prescribed ibuprofen to decrease the risk for deep vein thrombosis." E)"I might experience bruising because of the warfarin I've been prescribed." Q2) A client seeking treatment for severe knee pain has worked in a factory for 30 years in a position requiring repetitive lifting and carrying of 20- to 40-pound boxes. Based on the client's history, the nurse should anticipate which initial recommendation from the multidisciplinary healthcare team? A)Joint replacement surgery B)Pharmacologic therapy C)Referral for a disability application D)Intermittent use of a cane To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 14: Nutrition Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 21 Verified Questions 21 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45843
Sample Questions Q1) Which of the following statements best characterizes vitamin use? A)Clients should be careful not to exceed recommended allowances for daily vitamin intake. B)Vitamin D is dangerous if taken in large quantities, but there is no upper limit to Vitamin C intake. C)Generally, two multivitamin pills a day is recommended for all clients regardless of diet. D)Fat-soluble vitamins in general present the least risk of toxicity to clients who take them in excess. Q2) Which statements regarding upper body obesity are accurate? Select all that apply. A)Upper body obesity is also called peripheral obesity. B)Upper body obesity is when the waist-to-hip ratio in men is greater than 0.8 in men or greater than 1 in women. C)Upper body obesity is associated with a greater risk of hypertension. D)Young women tend to have more intra-abdominal fat than men. E)Postmenopausal women tend to have upper body obesity. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 15: Oxygenation Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 99 Verified Questions 99 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45844
Sample Questions Q1)
The
nurse
is
planning
care
for
a
child
with
respiratory
syncytial
virus
(RSV)bronchiolitis. Which interventions should the nurse include in the child's plan of care to address the nursing diagnosis Impaired Gas Exchange? Select all that apply. A)Weigh daily. B)Monitor vital signs and pulse oximetry. C)Administer oxygen as prescribed. D)Weigh diapers. E)Provide frequent rest periods. Q2) The nurse is caring for a Spanish-speaking client admitted for exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The client speaks very little English and is a smoker. Which action would be the most beneficial for this client? A)Have the adult child of the client translate during the assessment process B)Encourage aerobic activity C)Encourage the client to write down questions prior to seeing the healthcare provider D)Obtain educational materials about smoking cessation written in Spanish. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 16: Perfusion Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 183 Verified Questions 183 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45847
Sample Questions Q1) The mother of a baby born with a congenital heart defect is upset, as no one else in the family has been born with this condition. To determine the cause of the defect, which question is appropriate for the nurse to ask the mother? A)"Did you consume any alcohol before you knew you were pregnant?" B)"Is there a history of diabetes in your family?" C)"Was the baby's father exposed to any toxins in the work environment?" D)"Do you have a history of hypertension?" Q2) The nurse is assessing a client being treated for congestive heart failure (CHF). Which physical findings would indicate that the client's condition is not improving? Select all that apply. A)Urine output 160 ml over 8 hours B)Pulse oximetry reading of 96% C)Temperature of 98.6°F (37°C) D)Wheezing of breath sounds in all lobes E)Moderate amount of clear, thin mucus Q3) A client's stroke volume (SV)is 85mL/beat and the heart rate (HR)is 71 beats per minute (bpm). What is the client's cardiac output (CO)rounded to the nearest liter? To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 17: Perioperative Care Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 17 Verified Questions 17 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45848
Sample Questions Q1) The postoperative nurse is planning care for a client recovering from major thoracic surgery. Which nursing diagnoses should the nurse select to plan for this client's immediate care needs? Select all that apply. A)Risk for Impaired Gas Exchange B)Risk for Decreased Cardiac Output C)Deficient Knowledge D)Risk for Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirements E)Risk for Imbalanced Fluid Volume Q2) A client with terminal cancer is undergoing surgery to partially remove a tumor that is pressing on a nerve and causing pain. This is classified as what type of surgery? A)Reconstructive B)Diagnostic C)Palliative D)Emergency Q3) A prothrombin time (PT)test measures which of the following? A)Time required for the client's blood to clot B)Time required for the client's plasma to clot C)Time required for platelets to effectively stop bleeding D)Time required for a surgical procedure To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 19
Chapter 18: Sensory Perception Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 81 Verified Questions 81 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45849
Sample Questions Q1) Which statement regarding risk factors for peripheral neuropathy is accurate? A)Extremely short people are at the highest level of risk for developing peripheral neuropathy. B)Height is a risk factor for women but not a proven risk factor for men. C)Height is a risk factor for men but not a proven risk factor for women. D)Risk for peripheral neuropathy is proportional to height for both men and woman. Q2) What characterizes individuals with achromatopsia? A)They perceive only the secondary colors of purple, orange, and green. B)They perceive only the primary colors of red, blue, and yellow. C)They perceive some colors as indistinguishable from other colors. D)They perceive only shades of gray and no colors. Q3) A school nurse is identifying students who may have hearing loss. Which student would the nurse be most concerned about? A)A child who startles easily at loud noises B)A child who gets annoyed when things like televisions are too loud C)A child who cannot follow conversations in the hallways between classes or in the cafeteria D)A child who likes to listen to music on earbuds To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 20
Chapter 19: Sexuality Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 72 Verified Questions 72 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45850
Sample Questions Q1)
Which
of
the
following
statements
is
true
regarding
the
etiology
and
pathophysiology of primary dysmenorrhea? A)Primary dysmenorrhea is caused by decreased levels of prostaglandins, which cause uterine contractions to increase in strength. B)Primary dysmenorrhea begins within the first three or four menstrual periods after menarche and will occur with each ovulatory cycle during a woman's teens and twenties. C)Secondary dysmenorrhea is more common than primary dysmenorrhea. D)Causes of primary dysmenorrhea include endometriosis, tumors, cysts, pelvic adhesions,
pelvic
inflammatory
disease,
infections,
cervical
stenosis,
uterine
leiomyomas, and adenomyosis. Q2) Which of the following terms describes involuntary tightening of the pelvic muscles that prevents penetration from occurring? A)Female orgasmic disorder B)Vaginismus C)Genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder D)Dyspareunia To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 20: Thermoregulation Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 37 Verified Questions 37 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45851
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is providing care to a client who is experiencing an elevated body temperature. Which class of medication does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed for this client? A)Anticholinergic B)Antihypertensive C)Antiemetic D)Antipyretic Q2) A nursing student is discussing thermoregulation with fellow students. Which statement about thermoregulation does the student recognize as being true? A)"Core temperature varies widely depending on the outside environment." B)"The body's surface temperature remains relatively constant." C)"Chemical thermogenesis occurs with the increase of cortisol." D)"All muscle activity, regardless of location, produces heat." Q3) Which hormone is responsible for epinephrine release and thus chemical thermogenesis? A)Norepinephrine B)Thyroxine C)Progesterone D)Aldosterone To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 22
Chapter 21: Tissue Integrity Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 54 Verified Questions 54 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45852
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is assessing a client with a surgical wound. Which finding indicates that care has been effective for this client? A)The client's temperature is 100°F. B)The client performs wound care independently. C)There is only a scant amount of purulent drainage on the dressing. D)A small area of erythema and edema is present. Q2) An adult burn patient is brought in to the intensive care unit (ICU)for treatment. Prior to sustaining the injury, the client was considered underweight for her height. The nurse understands that this may have important implications for the client because A)she will have lower fluid resuscitation calculations than patients of normal weight. B)she will be at greater risk for developing cardiac or renal insufficiencies. C)she will require more supportive care than patients who are normal weight. D)she will lose as much as 20% of her preburn weight during rehabilitation. Q3) What does the nurse anticipate finding in a client with impetigo? A)An infection in the hair follicles B)Loss of skin color in blotches or sections C)An itchy rash with clusters of fluid-filled vesicles D)A fungal infection in the skinfolds To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 23
Chapter 22: Addiction Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 58 Verified Questions 58 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45853
Sample Questions Q1) A nurse is teaching a client about the effects of smoking during pregnancy. Upon conclusion of the teaching session, which of the following client statements would suggest that further education is necessary? A)"When a pregnant woman smokes, the concentration of nicotine in the fetus can be even higher than that in the woman's own body." B)"Smoking during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of placental problems." C)"Prenatal nicotine exposure is linked to attention deficits and learning difficulties during childhood." D)"Although women who smoke during pregnancy are at higher risk for respiratory disease later in life, their children are not." Q2) Clients who have high scores on the OOWS and SOWS A)are at elevated risk for substance abuse and addiction. B)are at low risk for substance abuse and addiction. C)experience particularly intense symptoms of substance withdrawal. D)experience relatively mild symptoms of substance withdrawal. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 23: Cognition Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 55 Verified Questions 55 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45854
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of Risk for Injury for a client who is disoriented. Which is an expected outcome for this client's care? A)The client does not sustain injuries during wanderings. B)The client remains continent of bowel and urine. C)The client receives culturally appropriate care. D)The client sleeps through the night and stays awake most of the day. Q2) The nurse is caring for a client with perceptual disturbances who is becoming agitated. Which action should the nurse take first? A)Distract client by taking into the dayroom to watch television with other clients. B)Administer medications to sedate client before violent behaviors occur. C)Request client to go back to room and dim lights. D)Do nothing, as this is a normal manifestation of disturbed cognition. Q3) Which is true regarding the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM)? A)It consists of five parts and is a lengthy test. B)It measures the severity of the client's delirium. C)It is also effective in screening for depression. D)It is effective in screening for cognitive impairment and reversible confusion. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 24: Culture and Diversity Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 21 Verified Questions 21 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45855
Sample Questions Q1) A nurse working in an assisted living facility is preparing an educational program regarding ageism for the colleagues on the unit. Which statements reflect ageism? Select all that apply. A)"If the client is competent to make decisions, I should not go to other members of the family for care decisions." B)"The elderly are just lazy, and that is why they need help with activities of daily living." C)"All elderly people are sickly." D)"Addressing an elderly client as 'Honey' or 'Sweetie' is disrespectful." E)"The elderly are less likely to recover from illness." Q2) The nurse is reviewing the discharge instructions for administration of home medications with an older adult client. In considering the normal changes experienced with aging when developing a teaching plan for this client, what type of bias should the nurse be careful to avoid? A)Relativism B)Fundamentalism C)Ageism D)Multiculturalism To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 25: Development Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 59 Verified Questions 59 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45856
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse sees several adult clients between the ages of 30 and 40 for annual checkups, one of whom has CP. Which of the following client statements represents a common consequence of the stress state caused by CP? A)"My muscles seem to always hurt all over, and my joints are sore a lot, too." B)"I have a really hard time socializing and understanding nonverbal communication. C)"There are times when I just cannot control my anger and I hurt other people." D)"I just have no appetite lately, and I seem to get dehydrated a lot." Q2) A community health nurse is educating pregnant clients about the risk factors associated with the development of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which statement will the nurse include in the educational session? A)"ADHD has not been linked to prenatal exposure or disease." B)"ADHD has been linked to a specific gene, and genetic testing may help to diagnose this." C)"ADHD has been linked to prenatal exposure to cigarette smoke." D)"ADHD has been linked to childhood exposure to folate." To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 26: Family Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 24 Verified Questions 24 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45857
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse has been asked to review a hospital's written policies for the pediatric care unit. Hospital management is concerned that the current materials express an authoritarian attitude that is off-putting to families. The goal of the nurse's review is to recommend changes that promote openness and communicate appreciation for the role of families in the care of children. Which of the following statements meets this goal? A)"Parents are welcome to remain in their child's room overnight if they wish." B)"Hospital policies require that patients eat food prepared onsite." C)"Sibling visits are allowed between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m." D)"Comfort items from home are not permitted without the approval of the nursing staff." Q2) During a home visit, the nurse determines that care interventions are needed to address alcohol and substance abuse by family members. Which interventions should the nurse consider when planning care for this family? Select all that apply. A)Suggest grief counseling. B)Evaluate family members' potential for being a danger to self or others. C)Suggest engaging in educational activities. D)Be alert to behaviors that indicate sibling jealousy. E)Recommend community resources to assist with substance abuse behavior. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 27: Grief and Loss Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 29 Verified Questions 29 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45858
Sample Questions Q1) A client is hospitalized for suicidal ideations as a response to complicated grief. Which collaborative interventions can the nurse anticipate including in this client's care? Select all that apply. A)Social service consult B)Bereavement group C)Antidepressant medication D)Sleep medication E)Psychotherapy Q2) A nurse is planning care for a couple who has experienced a miscarriage. Which aspect of the grief response is essential for the nurse to anticipate? A)The grief experienced by fathers after perinatal loss appears similarly to the grief experienced by mothers after perinatal loss. B)Postpartum depression may occur in women who have experienced perinatal loss. C)Grief is typically less severe when the perinatal loss occurs before 20 weeks' gestation. D)Perinatal loss refers only to emotional changes that occur after perinatal loss. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 28: Mood and Effect Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 57 Verified Questions 57 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45859
Sample Questions Q1) A client is scheduled for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)for the treatment of depression. Which instructions should the nurse include regarding this therapy? Select all that apply. A)You will need to remove all jewelry before beginning the therapy session. B)These treatments will cure the depression. C)Long-term memory loss often occurs after receiving ECT. D)The treatments are known to help some but not all people with depression. E)You will need to stop eating and drinking 4 hours prior to the therapy session. Q2) A nurse is conducting an admission assessment on a client admitted for thoughts of suicide. Which assessment findings would indicate that the client is at a high level risk of suicide? Select all that apply. A)Displays mild depression. B)Shows curiosity about death. C)Has access to a gun at home. D)Admits planning to end his or her life. E)Discusses a plan to end his or her life in detail. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 29: Self Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 39 Verified Questions 39 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45860
Sample Questions Q1) During a routine physical examination, a preadolescent client tells the nurse, "I am too fat, and I'm going to do whatever I can to look like the girls on the cover of fashion magazines." The nurse should plan care for this client based on which risk factor for eating disorders? A)A desire for a long-term profession B)Societal influences on body weight C)Unrealistic expectations D)Family influences on body weight Q2) During an assessment, a client tells the nurse that she "can't stand her mother." The client also says she does "whatever Mom wants me to do" because the client "can't do anything right anyway." The nurse should use this information when determining which of the following items during the client assessment? A)Personal identity B)Role performance C)Self-esteem D)Body image To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 30: Spirituality Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 29 Verified Questions 29 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45861
Sample Questions Q1) A nurse is admitting a client to the oncology unit. During the admission assessment, when the nurse asks the client about religious preference, the client states, "I am an atheist." The nurse should recognize that the client holds which belief? A)The client believes that there is one God. B)The client believes that there is more than one god. C)The client believes that the existence of God has not been proven. D)The client does not believe in any god. Q2) The nurse is providing care to a Catholic client who describes herself as "extremely devout." Which treatment option is most likely to cause spiritual distress for this client? A)Blood transfusion for anemia B)Specialized cardiac diet C)Elective termination of pregnancy D)A below-the-knee amputation To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 31: Stress and Coping Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 57 Verified Questions 57 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45862
Sample Questions Q1) A client diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)is being admitted as an inpatient. The client is obsessed with thoughts of symmetry. Which compulsive behaviors does the nurse anticipate when performing the admission assessment? Select all that apply. A)The client repeatedly washes his hands. B)The client repeatedly taps both wrists on the bedside table. C)The client avoids shaking the nurse's hand D)The client begins counting the floor tiles. E)The client repeatedly cleans the top of the bedside table. Q2) A client complains about the stress of having to work long hours and missing daily exercise routines. Which response by the nurse is appropriate? A)"There are other ways to reduce stress, such as meditation." B)"Exercise helps reduce the impact of stress on the body and would be a good thing." C)"Drinking a small glass of wine each day does help reduce stress." D)"Maybe exercising, with all of the work, would be too much for your body anyway." To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 32: Trauma Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 60 Verified Questions 60 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45863
Sample Questions Q1) A client with a walking disability tells the nurse that going out alone at night is not an option for fear of being a target for a crime. Which has the client identified based on this data? A)A protective factor B)A risk factor C)A vulnerability factor D)A precipitating factor Q2) A client is admitted to the emergency department with an incomplete spinal cord injury after a fall from a roof. Which prescription does the nurse anticipate to decrease inflammation and nerve damage? A)Hydrocodone (Vicodin) B)Ibuprofen (Motrin) C)Methylprednisolone (Medrol) D)Xylocaine (Lidocaine) Q3) Which of the following is a common element of abuse experienced by the victim? A)Accidental injury B)Feelings of control C)Humiliation D)Manipulation To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 34
Chapter 33: The Concept of Reproduction Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 72 Verified Questions 72 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45864
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is preparing to provide an enteral feeding to a preterm infant. Which is the priority nursing action prior to administering the feeding? A)Weigh the current diaper. B)Measure abdominal girth. C)Weigh the baby. D)Measure pulse oximetry. Q2) Which symptom would the nurse recognize as being consistent with postpartum endometritis at 4 weeks postpartum? A)Foul-smelling lochia B)Bright red lochia C)Upper abdominal pain D)Bradycardia Q3) During which phase of the ovulatory cycle does the ovum get fertilized? A)Follicular phase B)Luteal phase C)Proliferative phase D)Secretory phase To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 34: Assessment Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 19 Verified Questions 19 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45865
Sample Questions Q1) Data that are detectable by an observer or can be measured or tested against an accepted standard are known as A)subjective data or symptoms. B)objective data or symptoms. C)subjective data or signs. D)objective data or signs. Q2) The nurse is assessing an older adult client during a routine health maintenance visit. To assess the client's range of motion of the knees, which action by the nurse is appropriate? A)Seat the client and extend each knee until the client alerts the nurse of severe pain. B)Seat the client and extend each knee until the client alerts the nurse of any pain whatsoever. C)Place the client prone and gently lift the entire right leg, followed by the entire left leg. D)Have the client stand and extend each knee as far as it will go. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 35: Caring Interventions Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 11 Verified Questions 11 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45866
Sample Questions Q1) During a performance appraisal, a unit manager praises a staff nurse on the ability to use presencing when caring for terminally ill clients. What did the nurse demonstrate that would exemplify this caring behavior? Select all that apply. A)Face-to-face discussions with clients B)Instructing clients on how they should perform certain functions C)Sitting quietly with clients D)Validating the client's experience through active listening E)Guaranteeing quality and safety in care Q2) During a care conference, the nursing student differentiates between the different theories of caring when discussing client care. Which type of knowledge is the student demonstrating? A)Aesthetic knowing B)Ethical knowing C)Personal knowing D)Empirical knowing To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 36: Clinical Decision Making Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 40 Verified Questions 40 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45867
Sample Questions Q1) The urgent care clinic nurse is treating a client who is experiencing abdominal pain. The client states, "I think I ate tainted food last night." What should the nurse do after the client states that the food was tainted? A)Ask the client open-ended questions to further assess the situation. B)Tell the client the healthcare provider does not need to assess the client. C)Call an ambulance before assessing the client any further. D)Advise the client to take an antacid. Q2) A nurse has recently joined an orthopedic unit in the United States that specializes in perioperative care of clients undergoing knee or hip replacement. Which nursing plan of care is this nurse likely to use most often? A)Column plan B)Concept map C)Standardized plan D)Clinical pathway To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 37: Collaboration Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 26 Verified Questions 26 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45868
Sample Questions Q1) A home healthcare nurse is planning care for an older adult client. Which interdisciplinary program would best support the needs of an older adult client within the community? Select all that apply. A)Assertive community treatment (ACT) B)YMCA C)Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) D)Outpatient clinic E)Meals on Wheels Q2) A group of nurses are in a staff meeting on a medical-surgical unit headed by the new unit nurse manager. The manager announces that nurses should not criticize and make fun of other nurses or there will be repercussions. Several nurses at the meeting suggest that the nurse manager talk to the individual nurses who are exhibiting this behavior. When assessing the staff's group dynamics, which action by the nurse manager is appropriate? A)Insist that this is an appropriate new policy. B)Recognize that the group already has defined behavioral norms. C)Discipline the staff nurses who spoke out. D)Request a transfer to another unit. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 38: Communication Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 54 Verified Questions 54 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45869
Sample Questions Q1) A nurse has just been hired as a medical information system (MIS)trainer at a hospital where an electronic medical record system is being installed. The nurse has been asked to assess the security of clients' medical records. According to HIPAA's Security Rule, which recommendations by the nurse will enhance security? Select all that apply. A)Assign each staff member a unique username and password. B)Install a firewall. C)Store computer-generated worksheets in a locked vault. D)Turn monitors away from view when unattended. E)Assign each unit unique passwords. Q2) The nurse is starting preoperative teaching when the client receives a phone call. When the call ends and the nurse resumes teaching, the client is visibly upset and begins to cry. Which therapeutic initial response by the nurse is appropriate? A)"You can deal with whatever is upsetting you once we have finished." B)"It's very important to focus on this teaching so that you will recover quickly after surgery." C)"I can see that phone call has upset you. Let's talk about why you are upset before we move on with teaching." D)"What can you do to solve the problem?" To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 40
Chapter 39: Managing Care Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 34 Verified Questions 34 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45870
Sample Questions Q1) The nursing supervisor is asked to help manage the switch from paper to electronic records. Which standard managerial steps will the nursing supervisor take to initiate this process? Select all that apply. A)Planning B)Experimenting C)Organizing D)Criticizing E)Synthesizing Q2) The movement from a retrospective payment system to a prospective payment system using a diagnosis-related group may have what unintentional consequence for hospitals trying to contain their costs? A)Hospitals are now admitting more clients than previously. B)Patients are sent home from the hospital as soon as possible. C)Physicians order as many tests as needed to correctly diagnose the client's condition. D)Nurses are encouraged to follow safety protocols to reduce complications. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 40: Professional Behaviors Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 26 Verified Questions 26 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45871
Sample Questions Q1) In which of the following situations would the nurse's actions most likely be classified as intimidation? A)When addressing a client, the nurse states, "I can't overemphasize how important it is that you stick with the treatment plan." B)When addressing a coworker, the nurse states, "Your behavior is a violation of hospital policy. If you keep it up, I'll be forced to notify your supervisor." C)When addressing a client, the nurse states, "It's essential that you take this medication at the same time each day. If you don't, your symptoms will likely intensify." D)When addressing a coworker, the nurse states, "You'd best think twice about doing that again, or you might be sorry." Q2) During which stage of commitment do nursing students tend to focus on the negative elements of nursing and weigh their ability to handle those elements? A)Passionate stage B)Testing stage C)Exploratory stage D)Quiet-and-bored stage To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 41: Teaching and Learning Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 25 Verified Questions 25 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45872
Sample Questions Q1) During the physical examination of a client who took a fall that fractured his hip, the nurse notices an impairment of the client's hearing, but that the client's visual acuity and motor function do not seem to be impaired. The client answers questions very precisely and readily grasps the meaning of everything the nurse says when the client can face the nurse. When teaching this client, the nurse should make it a priority to A)make verbal instructions face to face with the client. B)provide only written instructions. C)use only visual media. D)use only physical demonstrations with written instructions. Q2) The nurse is caring for a client who has recently received a permanent colostomy. The client will be going home in several days and requires discharge teaching. What should the nurse do when organizing the teaching experience? A)Ask the client to tell the nurse what he knows about caring for the colostomy. B)Make sure the client's spouse is present before the teaching session begins. C)Start from the beginning and proceed through all steps required to perform colostomy care. D)Break the information into small sessions to enhance learning. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 42: Accountability Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 26 Verified Questions 26 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45873
Sample Questions Q1) A nurse educator is teaching a group of students about professionalism. The educator informs the students that a profession is distinguished from other kinds of occupations by a number of characteristics. Which of the following are among those characteristics? Select all that apply. A)The members of a profession are financially liable for their actions. B)The members of a profession participate in ongoing research. C)The members of a profession must acquire specialized education. D)The members of a profession possess autonomy. E)The members of a profession regularly socialize with one another. Q2) Which of the following individuals is widely considered to be the founder of public health nursing? A)Lavinia Dock B)Lillian Wald C)Mary Mahoney D)Linda Richards To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 43: Advocacy Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 18 Verified Questions 18 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45874
Sample Questions Q1) By providing volunteer client care to an inadequately insured population, the nurse is demonstrating which value of client advocacy? A)The client has the right to make choices and decisions. B)The nurse has the responsibility to ensure the client has access to healthcare services. C)The client has the right to expect a nurse-client relationship based on shared respect. D)The nurse has the responsibility to make choices and decisions. Q2) The home health nurse suspects that another nurse providing home care to a client has been taking the client's narcotics. Which action should the nurse carry out? A)Follow the reporting procedures for her agency. B)Tell the client to confront the other nurse. C)Confront the other nurse about the suspected theft. D)Have the client file a police report. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 44: Ethics Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 35 Verified Questions 35 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45875
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is caring for a client on a medical-surgical unit. The client tells the nurse that the healthcare provider has refused to treat the client further if the client continues to be noncompliant with the healthcare provider's recommendations. Which is the priority nursing action in this situation? A)Take the issue to the hospital ethics committee. B)Advise the client to sue the healthcare provider. C)Have the client contact a consumer agency. D)Notify the healthcare provider of the client's complaints. Q2) A nurse educator is talking to a student about how to deal with an ethical dilemma in practice. Which does the nurse educator explain to the student as important regarding actions during an ethical dilemma? A)Examining all conflicts in the situation B)Investigating all aspects of the situation C)Relying on nursing judgment D)Making a decision based on the policy of the agency To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 45: Evidence-Based Practice Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 21 Verified Questions 21 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45876
Sample Questions Q1) A nursing student who is providing care for an assigned client knows that the information documented in the client's nursing care plan could potentially be used in research to optimize client care. Which type of research is used to convert research knowledge into healthcare applications for improved outcomes? A)Translational research B)Transformational research C)Quantitative research D)Qualitative research Q2) A home health nurse who is visiting a client to complete a wound dressing notes that the client has a flat affect and is not as responsive as during previous visits. The nurse calls the client's primary healthcare provider for a psychiatric referral. By recognizing the signs and symptoms of possible depression, the nurse is exhibiting which concept associated with evidence-based practice? A)Clinical decision making B)Advocacy C)Professional behaviors D)Accountability To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 46: Healthcare Systems Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 34 Verified Questions 34 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45877
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is assessing an older adult client in the free clinic. The nurse notes that the client's cholesterol level is higher than the target and has increased since the client's last visit. The nurse assesses the client for possible causes for this increase. After determining that the client has not changed dietary and exercise habits, which conclusion by the nurse is the most appropriate? A)The client has increased egg consumption. B)The client may not be taking medications as prescribed. C)The client needs more aerobic activity. D)The client may be experiencing high triglyceride levels. Q2) A nurse educator is teaching a group of students about managed care. The educator knows that the students have understood the concept when they state that managed care has which emphasis? Select all that apply. A)Bringing services of multiple providers to the client B)Organizing healthcare services around the stated needs of the client C)Cost-effective care D)Preventive services E)Health promotion To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 47: Health Policy Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 11 Verified Questions 11 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45878
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is working for a healthcare organization that is going through the reaccreditation process. What action can the nurse take to help the organization be successful in the reaccreditation process? A)Write position statements related to current events that affect the nursing profession. B)Influence change by working with public officials at the local, community, state, and national levels. C)Understand how healthcare policy affects patients, their own practice, and their organization. D)Facilitate the use of nursing procedures that are current and evidence-based. Q2) What action can a nursing student take to comply with nurse practice acts and remain accountable for knowing the legal nursing scope of practice in their state? A)Become engaged in organizational quality improvement projects. B)Obtain current licensure. C)Join the American Nurses Association (ANA). D)Become accredited. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 48: Informatics Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 26 Verified Questions 26 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45879
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is providing discharge instructions about medications and exercise to a client who was hospitalized with a serious medical condition. Which action by the nurse ensures that the client is fully informed? A)Make sure a relative attends the discharge teaching session. B)Repeat the discharge teaching sessions twice. C)Ask the physician to reinforce teaching prior to discharging the client. D)Print the discharge instructions and hand them to the client prior to discharge. Q2) Under which circumstance would the use of a geographic information system (GIS)be beneficial for healthcare workers? A)When sharing a traveling client's electronic health record (EHR)with an out-of-state provider B)During a mass casualty incident C)When tracking the sleep pattern of a client D)During an influenza outbreak To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 49: Legal Issues Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 36 Verified Questions 36 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45880
Sample Questions Q1) A novice nurse attends a lecture regarding risk management. Which action should the nurse implement to reduce risks in practice? A)Not discussing errors made B)Questioning every order that the physician writes C)Urging the nurse's organization to purchase liability insurance D)Storing unused equipment in the halls of the unit Q2) Which of the following should the nurse understand to be health information not protected under the HIPAA Privacy Rule? A)A client's Social Security number, birthdate, and mailing address B)A description of the symptoms of an illness the client has that does not reference the client in any way C)The details of a client's visit to a medical office including the diagnosis rendered D)How much the client owes for a treatment rendered to the client To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 50: Quality Improvement Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 16 Verified Questions 16 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45881
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is working in a healthcare setting that has implemented Lean Six Sigma. Which of the following should the nurse anticipate with regard to this model? A)Shorter breaks B)Ordering extra supplies C)Replacing licensed with unlicensed personnel D)Decreasing staff when the census is low Q2) Which of the following would be considered sentinel events? Select all that apply. A)Delivery of radiation to the wrong body region B)Invasive surgical procedure at the wrong site C)Homicide of a staff member while at the facility D)Homicide of a client while at the facility E)Administration of a compatible blood transfusion Q3) Which best describes the desired outcome of decreased readmission rates? A)An increased use of overtime B)A decrease in client satisfaction C)An increase in client care supplies D)A decreased cost of care To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 51: Safety Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 32 Verified Questions 32 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45882
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is conducting a home risk assessment for a family with toddler and preschool-age children. Which should the nurse identify as the priority safety hazard? A)Safety plugs in electrical outlets B)Medications on the kitchen counter C)Lack of helmets next to bicycles D)Child locks on the doors Q2) A client asks the nurse if the staff members make many mistakes because there are so many posters and signs about safety on the walls. Which response by the nurse is best? A)"The nurses here are safe. The posters are directed at certain members of the healthcare team who have been making more mistakes than usual." B)"You don't need to worry about posters on the wall. Our primary concern is getting you well." C)"We never make mistakes here. We want the public to know that we have client safety goals here." D)"There is a potential for errors in all healthcare settings. The posters remind the staff and the clients of the need to work together to prevent them." To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 52: Assessment Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 24 Verified Questions 24 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45816
Sample Questions Q1) When measuring the newborn during a general assessment, which is the correct assessment? A)Wrap the tape measure around the head below the ears. B)Wrap the tape measure around the head starting at the nose. C)Wrap the tape measure around the abdomen at the umbilicus. D)Wrap the tape measure around the chest below the nipple line. Q2) A client on the medical/surgical unit complains of sudden chest pains. Which is the first action the nurse will implement? A)Call the health care provider. B)Administer pain medication. C)Reassess a new set of vital signs. D)Turn client from supine to lateral. Q3) Which is the appropriate way to hold the ear when inspecting the tympanic membrane of a 2-year-old client? A)Pull the pinna up and back. B)Pull the pinna up and forward. C)Pull the pinna down and back. D)Pull the pinna down and forward. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 54
Chapter 53: Caring Interventions Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 24 Verified Questions 24 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45818
Sample Questions Q1) A novice nurse instructs a client on the use of sublingual nitroglycerin. Which statement by the novice nurse requires intervention by the nurse preceptor? A)"Be sure to take the medication prior to the start of your pain." B)"Do not chew or swallow the tablet." C)"The tablet may cause burning or tingling as it dissolves." D)"Be sure to sit down when you decide to take the medication." Q2) A nurse cares for a client who receives new hearing aids for the first time. Which statements will the nurse include when teaching the client about the hearing aids? Select all that apply. A)"Push the earmold slightly backward and pull out to remove it." B)"Rotate the earmold slightly forward and pull out to remove it." C)"If the hearing aid is not used for several days, be sure to turn the device off." D)"If the earmold is detachable, soak it in isopropyl alcohol weekly to disinfect it." E)"Blow any excess moisture through the opening of the earpiece when cleaning it." To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 54: Comfort Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 20 Verified Questions 20 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45820
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse cares for a neonate who appears in pain. The neonate has tight facial muscles, loud and shrill cry, rapid breathing, tense extremities and is thrashing about. Using the NIPS pain scale, which number will the nurse give the neonate? A)5 B)6 C)7 D)8 Q2) The nurse is caring for a client in acute pain. When assessing the client's quality of pain, which statement will the nurse use? A)"How long have you been having pain?" B)"Is the pain better or worse at certain times of the day or night?" C)"What words would you use to describe your pain?" D)"Have you noticed any time during the day or night that the pain is better or worse?" To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 55: Elimination Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 20 Verified Questions 20 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45823
Sample Questions Q1) The home care nurse cares for a client who requires continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD)at home. Place the steps in correct order for infusing the dialysate. A)Warm the dialysate. B)Add medications to the dialysate as ordered. C)Connect tubing to dialysate bag. D)Perform hand hygiene and don gloves. E)Hang the dialysate bag above the client's shoulder and open the clamp. Q2) A nurse prepares to administer a warm water enema to a client. Place the steps of the procedure in correct order. A)Raise the solution container. B)Open the clamp. C)Encourage the client to retain the solution. D)Lift the upper buttock, insert the tube slowly. E) Assist the client to the left lateral position with right leg flexed. F)Allow the solution to run through the tubing to remove air. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 56: Fluids and Electrolytes Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 23 Verified Questions 23 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45824
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is assisting the health care provider insert a central line for the client. During the procedure, the client reports sudden shortness of breath and the client's SpO<sub>2</sub> falls to 88% on room air. Which actions will the nurse take? Select all that apply. A)Place the client in the left side-lying position. B)Lower the client's head of the bed. C)Raise the client's head of the bed. D)Apply 100% oxygen via mask. E)Prepare for intubation and mechanical ventilation. Q2) A nurse attempts to flush the lumen of a triple lumen central catheter and notes severe resistance to flushing. Which diagnostic procedure does the nurse anticipate when assessing the correct placement of the central line? A)Chest CT B)Fluoroscopy C)Chest X-ray D)Endoscopy To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 57: Infection Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 20 Verified Questions 20 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45826
Sample Questions Q1) A novice nurse works with a nurse preceptor on a busy medical surgical unit. Which action by the novice nurse requires intervention by the nurse preceptor when observing the novice nurse performing hand hygiene? A)Washing hands with warm soapy water for 15 seconds. B)Using a waterless foam sanitizer before entering the room of a client. C)Cleaning under the fingernails with an orangewood stick. D)Drying hands thoroughly with fingers pointing up. Q2) The nurse teaches an older adult client on methods of infection control. Which statement, specific to this client population, will the nurse include in the teaching? A)"Ensure increased protein intake in order to maintain immune function." B)"Inflammatory response increases with age." C)"Immune function remains unchanged with age." D)"Ensure adequate protein intake in order to maintain immune function." To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 58: Intracranial Regulation Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 20 Verified Questions 20 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45829
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse working in the emergency department is preparing to determine the level of consciousness on a client who was involved in a motor vehicle accident with a possible head injury. Which client precondition would prevent the nurse from using the Glasgow Coma Score? A)The client is blind. B)The client is deaf. C)The client had a previous brain attack. D)The client has diabetes mellitus. Q2) The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosed closed head injury that requires intracranial pressure monitoring. Which signs/symptoms indicate that the client's intracranial pressure is rising? Select all that apply. A)The nurse notes "Doll's eyes" when assessing the client's pupils. B)The nurse documents eupnea in respect to respiratory effort. C)The nurse finds that all extremities are flaccid. D)The nurse notes that blood pressure is stable. E)The nurse documents that the client is in a comatose state. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 59: Metabolism Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 21 Verified Questions 21 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45830
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is observing a client obtain a capillary blood specimen for glucose and notes that the client actively squeezes the finger after piercing it with a lancet and then places a drop of blood on the test strip. The meter shows the blood glucose as 126 mg/dl. How does the nurse interpret these results? A)The blood sugar is within normal limits for a client with diabetes mellitus. B)The blood sugar result may be incorrect. The milking of the finger caused the test to read lower than it should. C)The client should be treated for hypoglycemia because the milking of the finger caused the test to read higher than it should. D)The client should be instructed to apply pressure to the fingertip when obtaining a capillary blood glucose instead of squeezing the finger. Q2) Place in correct order the steps for obtaining capillary blood glucose sampling. A)Cleanse the side of the client's finger. B)Apply the blood to the test strip. C)Pierce the skin with a lancet. D)Calibrate the blood glucose meter. E)Apply clean gloves. F)Wipe away the first drop of blood. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 60: Mobility Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 24 Verified Questions 24 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45833
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is observing a UAP assist a client with a vascular problem back into bed. The nurse would intervene if the UAP placed this client in what position in the bed? A)Low-Fowler B)Semi-Fowler C)Orthopneic position D)Elevate knee-gatch position Q2) The nurse is preparing to do pin site care for a client in skeletal traction. It is noted that the site appears red and feels warm to the touch. What actions will the nurse perform in taking care of this situation? Select all that apply. A)Notify the healthcare provider. B)Refrain from disturbing the crusts around the pin until the healthcare provider can observe it. C)Expect to obtain a culture and sensitivity specimen from the pin site. D)Remove the client's traction weights until the healthcare provider sees the client. E)Check the client's vital signs. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 61: Nutrition Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 21 Verified Questions 21 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45834
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse has just begun a new enteral feeding on a client using a closed system of formula. The nurse labels the bag with the time and date it was begun (1300 hours on 12/6)knowing that this will mean the feeding tubing set will need to be changed at which time and date? A)1300 hours on 12/7 B)0100 hours on 12/7 C)1300 hours on 12/8 D)1300 hours on 12/9 Q2) The nurse is preparing to insert a nasogastric tube into a newborn and plans to use which landmark to ensure that the tube reaches into the infant's stomach? A)The tip of the xiphoid process B)Midway between the nipples C)Midway between the xiphoid and the umbilicus D)The top of the symphysis pubis To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 62: Oxygenation Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 24 Verified Questions 24 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45836
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is caring for a client who is exhibiting severe respiratory distress and is receiving supplemental oxygen through a nonrebreather mask. While assessing the client, the nurse notes that the bag attached to the mask is deflated. Which is the nurse's best action? A)Document it as functioning normally. B)Decrease the flow of oxygen to the mask. C)Increase the flow of oxygen to the mask. D)Prepare for endotracheal intubation. Q2) The nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)who is receiving supplemental oxygen and should intervene if which delivery device is being used by the client? A)Nasal cannula B)Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) C)Bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) D)Venturi face mask To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 63: Perfusion Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 21 Verified Questions 21 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45838
Sample Questions Q1) A client asked the nurse "Why do I need to have this transcutaneous pacemaker?" Which is the most appropriate response by the nurse? A)"It provides close monitoring by your healthcare provider." B)"It delivers impulses and transmissions to the myocardium." C)"It is for an emergency when you have an irregular rhythm." D)"It is for symptomatic bradycardia that is unresponsive to atropine." Q2) A nurse is providing care to a client on complete bed rest. Which is the best explanation by the nurse as to the function of sequential compression devices? A)"Inflatable compartments compress legs in a graduated sequential fashion." B)"An air compressor fills an inflatable sleeve, then allows the air to drain out of the sleeve." C)"Proper measurement will provide adequate pressure on the legs to facilitate venous return." D)"The function is to promote circulation in the upper legs." Q3) How will the nurse know that the electrodes have been placed properly? A)Lights on the box come on when electrodes are placed properly. B)Follow the picture on the box for proper placement of electrodes. C)Call the base station to run an ECG strip to check the signal of transmission. D)Electrodes are placed correctly unless notified by the monitoring station. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 65
Chapter 64: Perioperative Care Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 20 Verified Questions 20 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45841
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse has just completed teaching a client about postoperative leg exercises to prevent which postoperative complication? A)Pneumonia B)Pulmonary embolism C)Atelectasis D)Ileus Q2) The nurse is researching the literature to determine the best method to perform hand hygiene to prevent a postsurgical wound infection and has determined that which method has been determined to be the best? A)Hand hygiene using a surgical scrub brush and very hot water works best to prevent infection. B)Performing hand hygiene using an alcohol-based rub has been shown as the best method to prevent postoperative infection. C)Prior to surgery, washing the hands with soap and water and finishing with an alcohol-based hand wash is the best method to prevent infection. D)Research has not determined whether hand washing with soap or the use of alcohol-based hand hygiene is better at preventing infection. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 65: Reproduction Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 24 Verified Questions 24 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45842
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse has completed applying the ultrasound transducer to the client's abdomen and has confirmed that the rate is not the same as the client's. Which other assessment will assist the nurse in confirming that the sound that is heard is the true fetal heart rate (FHR)? A)The rate is slightly different at each assessment time. B)The sound of the FHR is louder than the sound of the contraction. C)The FHR will be approximately twice the rate of the client. D)The FHR will have a whip-like sound. Q2) The nurse is caring for a client who had a cesarean section 4 hours ago. The client refuses to let the nurse complete the fundal assessment. Which statement is the best response to this problem? A)"I will just gently lay my hand on your abdomen. I won't go near your incision." B)"I will give you your pain medicine and then will come back in 30 minutes to complete the assessment." C)"This will only take me a minute. Try and hold your breath while I do this." D)"When do you think you will be ready? You could die if I don't check this." To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 66: Safety Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 20 Verified Questions 20 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45845
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse smells smoke and notes what appears to be a fire in the waste basket in the client's room. Which is the nurse's first action when the fire is noted? A)Pull the fire alarm. B)Grab the closest fire extinguisher. C)Enter the client's room and immediately close the client's door. D)Assist the client out of the room. Q2) The nurse has been caring for a client who had a tonic-clonic seizure in the hallway of the nursing unit. Which is the first action the nurse should do when the seizure has finished? A)Reassure the client that a seizure has occurred and that the nurse is providing care. B)Assist the client to the bathroom to void. C)Ask the client to report the last memory prior to the seizure. D)Provide clear liquids to soothe a dry mouth. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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Chapter 67: Tissue Integrity Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper 24 Verified Questions 24 Flashcards Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/45846
Sample Questions Q1) The nurse is caring for a client who sustained second-degree burns to both feet. The healthcare provider has ordered debridement of necrotic tissue by mechanical means. The nurse will use which debridement technique that would be the BEST method to complete this task? A)Wet-to dry dressing changes B)Hydrotherapy C)Application of enzymes D)Application of an occlusive dressing Q2) The nurse is preparing to change a dry dressing of a surgical wound and will use which technique to ensure that the wound stays clean during the procedure? A)The nurse will wear a gown, cap, and shoe covers and will use sterile gloves for the procedure. B)The nurse will wear a mask and use clean gloves to remove the outer dressing. C)The nurse does not need to wear any personal protective equipment (PPE)during the procedure. D)The nurse does not need to wear clean gloves to clean the wound and but should use sterile gloves to reapply the dressing. To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
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