MDC1 Final Exam Review

Question 1

Macrophages go through many stages of phagocytosis

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

What can put an elderly patient at risk for complications with burns? SATA

Accepted Answer

Slower recovery time, Lots of preexisting conditions, They do not move as much, Thinner skin, Risk for sepsis

Question 3

What is the primary complaint for a patient with osteoarthritis?

Accepted Answer

Pain

Question 4

After assessing a patient's skin, what finding would require an immediate referral for further investigation? SATA

Accepted Answer

Lesion with many colors, Asymmetrical lesion

Question 5

A patient says "Thank goodness I tested negative on the ELISA test!" What action is most important by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

Assess the patient's sexual activity and patterns

Question 6

A patient's pulse is 135bpm and BP 168/82. What should the nurse do first?

Accepted Answer

Assess the patient for pain

Question 7

A patient has a blue tinge to their fingertips. What should the nurse do first?

Accepted Answer

Take a pulse ox saturation

Question 8

Basophils are only involved in the general inflammatory process

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

Neutrophils can take part in one episode of phagocytosis

Accepted Answer

True

Question 10

Which is one of the best ways to determine fluid volume status on a patient?

Accepted Answer

Checking weight

Question 11

Which tissue or organ begins the process of antibody-mediated immunity?

Accepted Answer

Bone marrow

Question 12

Which actions should be start of the care plan for a patient with immobility? SATA

Accepted Answer

Perform a depression screening, Increase fiber in diet, PT consult

Question 13

What is your priority when working as a nurse?

Accepted Answer

Client safety

Question 14

How would a nurse respect autonomy?

Accepted Answer

Asking the patient if they have questions before signing consent

Question 15

Monocytes turn into macrophages after they enter the body tissues.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 16

When a nurse utilizes evidence based practice, what factors should be considered? SATA.

Accepted Answer

Patient preferences, Patient's values and beliefs, Nurse experience, Research findings

Question 17

A nurse is teaching a patient about prednisone. What teaching is most important?

Accepted Answer

Advise to never stop it abruptly

Question 18

Abacavir for HIV should not be taken with fatty or fried food

Accepted Answer

True

Question 19

Eosinophils increase during an allergic reaction or parasitic infection.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 20

Which of the following symptoms are consistent with lupus? SATA

Accepted Answer

Discoid rash, Positive ANA, Pain on insipration, Urinalysis positive for protein and casts

Question 21

Which type of immunity is the longest acting?

Accepted Answer

Natural Active

Question 22

Which sexual practice is the riskiest?

Accepted Answer

Anal intercourse

Question 23

What are some ways to prevent pressure ulcers? SATA

Accepted Answer

Use a sheet to help with repositioning, Place pillows under bony surfaces, Keep heels off the surface of the bed

Question 24

Efavirenz for HIV should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after antacids

Accepted Answer

True

Question 25

What does a nurse expect to see for a patient who has rheumatoid arthritis?

Accepted Answer

Red, hot, and swollen joints

Question 26

A patient has a history of skin cancer. What patient education is appropriate? SATA

Accepted Answer

"Report any lesions that change over time in any way", "Look for asymmetry of the lesion or any irregular borders", "Check if there are changes in color to the lesion"

Question 27

Which of the following are cardinal signs of inflammation? SATA

Accepted Answer

Decrease in function, Redness, Edema, Warmth

Question 28

A patient with HIV has a CD4 count of 399/m3. What should the nurse do?

Accepted Answer

Educate about safe sex practices

Question 29

Which of the following is best practice for caring for a patient who is LGBTQ?

Accepted Answer

Don't make assumptions about their health needs

Question 30

A patient with HIV has been admitted with HAND. What should the nurse report to the MD immediately?

Accepted Answer

Change in pupil size

Question 31

Which lab value is the priority for malnutrition?

Accepted Answer

Prealbumin

Question 32

What foods can increase wound healing? SATA

Accepted Answer

Chicken breast, Spinach, Boost, Orange juice

Question 33

Which isolation precautions should be used for a patient with HIV?

Accepted Answer

Standard precautions

Question 34

What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient who has open skin lesions?

Accepted Answer

Don clean gloves

Question 35

What are the most common causes of death for a patient with lupus? SATA.

Accepted Answer

Kidney failure, Cardiovascular disorders

Question 36

A patient with lupus is talking about self-care. What information needs more education?

Accepted Answer

"I can use powder to keep my skin dry"

Question 37

Which of the following can trigger psoriasis? SATA

Accepted Answer

Stress, Other health issues, Changing medications

Question 38

What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient with open skin lesions?

Accepted Answer

Don clean gloves

Question 39

What is the main goal for a patient with urinary incontinence?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the patient does not have redness or irritation

Question 40

A patient with HIV comes into the hospital with a fever, severe cough, and night sweats. What should the nurse do first?

Accepted Answer

Place the patient on airborne precautions

Question 41

All HIV drugs should be adhered to at least 90% of the time for them to be effective

Accepted Answer

True

Question 42

What is the first thing you should do for a patient with psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Shake the patient's hand and introduce yourself

Question 43

What is lichenification?

Accepted Answer

Thickening of the skin

Question 44

Which patient is at the greatest risk of pressure ulcers?

Accepted Answer

A patient with hemiparesis and incontinence

Question 45

Which of the following is not true regarding a patient who has pruritis?

Accepted Answer

Keep nails filed smoothly

Question 46

What is this?

Accepted Answer

Petechiae

Question 47

What non-pharmacological pain intervention is appropriate for rheumatoid arthritis?

Accepted Answer

Icepacks

Question 48

Which of the following would be considered the "background" portion of SBAR?

Accepted Answer

"The patient has an allergy to codeine"

Question 49

Which cells cause the issue with an autoimmune disease?

Accepted Answer

Regulator T cells

Question 50

Which statements about HIV are true? SATA.

Accepted Answer

Antibodies that are made do not function well, Infections and cancer are the leading cause of death in HIV patients, Macrophages stop working properly, CD4 cells create new HIV virus particles

MDC1 Final Exam Review

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MDC1 Final Exam Review

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