AH Final...

Question 1

How would we educate a patient related to dysphagia post-op bariatric surgery?SATA

Accepted Answer

Avoid eating tough foods, Most severe 4-6 weeks post-op, Prevent by eating slowly & chewing foods thoroughly

Question 2

Which of the following are clinical manifestations of glaucoma? SATA

Accepted Answer

Halos around lights, Blurred vision, Loss of peripheral vision

Question 3

T/F: greater than 5mm is a positive TB test

Accepted Answer

False

Question 4

Nurse is monitoring a pt who had a MI. Which of the following complications should the nurse monitor in first 24 hours?

Accepted Answer

Ventricular dysrhythmias

Question 5

Which of the following are included in the post-op nursing interventions for bariatric surgery? SATA

Accepted Answer

Monitor for n/v & abdominal distention, Maintain low-high Fowler’s position

Question 6

A nurse is discussing the plan of care w a pt who has osteomyelitis. Which of the following info should nurse include?

Accepted Answer

“You may need a central catheter line for long-term antibiotic therapy”

Question 7

Which of the following may be the causes of contact dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Topical corticosteroids, Topical antibiotics, Topical anesthetics

Question 8

A nurse is caring for a pt who is scheduled for an EGD. The nurse should identify that this procedure is used to what?

Accepted Answer

To detect ulceration in the stomach

Question 9

Which of the following are common features of rheumatoid disease? SATA

Accepted Answer

Limitations in mobility & ADLs, Inflammation

Question 10

A nurse is caring for a pt who had a thyroidectomy. Which of the findings should the nurse report to the provider? SATA

Accepted Answer

A positive trousseau’s sign, Laryngeal stridor and hoarseness, Tachycardia and hypertension

Question 11

A nurse is planning care for a pt during a sickle cell crisis. What intervention should the nurse include?

Accepted Answer

Encourage increased fluid intake

Question 12

Which statement made by a pt who is scheduled to get a colostomy indicates the need for further teaching?

Accepted Answer

“My diet will have to change to a soft diet after surgery”

Question 13

For post-operative patients (in general) what nursing interventions are appropriate? SATA

Accepted Answer

Encourage IS usage, Monitor for infection, Get the patient up to ambulate as soon as possible, Pain management

Question 14

A nurse is caring for a pt who begins having a seizure while sitting in a chair. What is the nurse&#x27;s best 1st action?

Accepted Answer

Lower the pt to the floor

Question 15

A nurse is assessing a pt w chronic pancreatitis. Which of the findings should the nurse identify as a likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol use

Question 16

T/F: troponin will be elated in a patient with unstable angina

Accepted Answer

False

Question 17

Which of the following statements made by a pt indicates need for further edu r/t diet to reduce kidney stones? SATA

Accepted Answer

“I am safe to eat spinach & most nuts”, “I am safe to eat beets, chocolate, & rhubarb”, “I should decrease my intake of whole grains”

Question 18

A pt post-op from bariatric surgery may need vitamin B12 shots monthly as well as iron supplements

Accepted Answer

True

Question 19

Which of the following are included in the post-op education & interventions for an appendectomy? SATA

Accepted Answer

Maintain high-fowler’s position, Limit heavy lifting

Question 20

Should Parkinson&#x27;s patients be a fall risk

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 21

A pt w a colostomy has freq. loose stools over last month but has no signs of infection or obstruction. recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Consume foods that are low in fiber content

Question 22

Which of the following statements by a pt diagnosed with osteoporosis indicates an understanding of their diagnosis?SATA

Accepted Answer

“I should increase my intake of vitamin D”, “I should perform weight-bearing exercises”

Question 23

A nurse is caring for a pt whos post-op lap chole. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Accepted Answer

Right shoulder pain

Question 24

A pt post-op bariatric surgery is experiencing severe dysphagia, the best first action is to place an NG tube

Accepted Answer

False

Question 25

Which of the following might be included in the post-op education for a pt who just underwent bariatric sc?

Accepted Answer

Eat slowly & stop when feeling full

Question 26

Which of the following are included in a neurovascular assessment? SATA

Accepted Answer

Pallor, Pain, Pulse, Loss of peripheral visionPulse

Question 27

What is the most common cause of chronic pancreatitis?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol abuse

Question 28

Which of the following are post-procedure nursing priorities for EGD and colonoscopy? SATA

Accepted Answer

Monitor for unusual difficulty swallowing, Assessment of LOC, Monitor for pain and bleeding

Question 29

A nurse is assessing a pt who has a hx of unstable angina. Which of the findings should the nurse expect?

Accepted Answer

Chest pain lasts longer than 15 minutes

Question 30

Which eye disorder is sometimes described as a curtain falling over one eye

Accepted Answer

Retinal detachment

Question 31

Which of the following are high-risk factors for BPH?SATA

Accepted Answer

Smoking, HTN

Question 32

Which of the following Glasgow Coma Scales is the best?

Accepted Answer

15

Question 33

What is included in seizure precautions? SATA

Accepted Answer

Bed in the lowest position, Padded side rails, Suction at the bedside

Question 34

Which of the following are clinical manifestations of conjunctivitis? SATA

Accepted Answer

Scratching or burning sensation, Photophobia, Discharge

Question 35

Which of the following are included in the nursing care of a pt with acute or chronic pancreatitis?SATA

Accepted Answer

Frequent pulmonary assessments, Maintain a semi-fowler position, Q2 turns

Question 36

Which of the following is included in the management of manifestations of hypothyroidism?SATA

Accepted Answer

Provide extra clothing/blankets, Provide foods high in fiber, Avoid external heat sources

Question 37

Which of the following statements indicated an understanding of UTI prevention?

Accepted Answer

“I will take showers instead of baths”

Question 38

Which medication is ototoxic?

Accepted Answer

Aspirin

Question 39

A nurse is caring for an older adult pt w/ DM, which of the following are considerations when caring for this pt? SATA

Accepted Answer

May develop hypoglycemia that&#x27;s prolonged & severe when taking sulfonylurea, Frequently live alone & may not recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia

Question 40

Which of the following statements indicates the pt understands peripheral arterial disease?

Accepted Answer

“I should keep my legs in a dependant position”

Question 41

What can we use NG tubes for? SATA

Accepted Answer

Medication, Gastric lavage, Gastric decompression

Question 42

A nurse is assessing the lower extremities of a pt w/ a hx of PAD. Which of the findings should the nurse expect?

Accepted Answer

Dry, pale skin with minimal body hair

Question 43

A nurse is planning on performing a neurovascular assessment, which of the following should the nurse perform? SATA

Accepted Answer

Assess peripheral pulses, cap refill, edema, color & temp of skin, Monitor for paresthesia, Assess for weakness or paralysis of the injured body part

Question 44

T/F: A healthy stoma should be purple in color

Accepted Answer

False

Question 45

What is the treatment of hypoglycemia SATA

Accepted Answer

IV dextrose, Glucagon

Question 46

Which of the following are age-related GU changes?

Accepted Answer

Higher risk for AE from drug-drug interactions, Higher susceptibility to acute & chronic kidney injury

Question 47

edu for pt who has new ileostomy ab prevention of excoriation & breakdown of the skin, which should be included?

Accepted Answer

Empty the pouch when it is less than half full

Question 48

Diabetic patients should stop taking their insulin when they are sick

Accepted Answer

False

Question 49

Which of the following should be included in the education for a pt taking iron supplements? SATA

Accepted Answer

Educate that stool may be dark in color & often appear black, Educate them to eat food high in fiber

Question 50

IV antibiotic therapy is the best tx for osteomyelitis

Accepted Answer

True

Question 51

Which of the following are TRUE when dealing with an internal radiation device? SATA

Accepted Answer

Pregnant people cannot come into contact, All staff should wear a mask, Visitors should leave after 30 minutes

Question 52

Which of the following are clinical manifestations of retinal detachment? SATA

Accepted Answer

Sudden onset of a greater # of floaters, Cobwebs, Shade or curtain across the vision of one eye

Question 53

Which of the following are included in aspiration precautions? SATA

Accepted Answer

Suction equipment at beside, High fowlers, Thickened liquids

Question 54

Which statement by a pt ab to undergo a total knee arhroplasty indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Accepted Answer

“I should wear elastic stockings on both of my legs”

Question 55

a pt whos 2 days post-op bariatric surgery has bowel sounds. Which of these foods should the nurse provide?

Accepted Answer

Clear liquids

Question 56

How would we educate a patient to avoid dumping syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Drink liquids before/after meals

Question 57

which of the following are nursing priorities for pts post-thyroidectomy? SATA

Accepted Answer

Avoid neck extension, Maintain a semi-fowler’s position

Question 58

Which of the following are nursing interventions for a patient undergoing a sickle cell crisis? SATA

Accepted Answer

Monitor for cerebrovascular accident, Increase fluids, Pain management

Question 59

Which of the following are the proper body mechanics to prevent low back pain/injury? SATA

Accepted Answer

Try to have proper posture whenever possible, Log roll to get out of bed, Avoid bending, lifting, & twisting

Question 60

Which of the following indicates a neurovascular compromisation? SATA

Accepted Answer

Paraesthesia, Pallor, Paralysis, Pulselessness

Question 61

What is the life-threatening complication of VTE?

Accepted Answer

PE

Question 62

What involving diet are we going to suggest for hypertension? SATA

Accepted Answer

Decreased sodium intake, DASH diet

Question 63

Which immune disorder is the priority??

Accepted Answer

Anaphylaxis

Question 64

Which of the following statements made by a pt post-op total joint arthroplasty indicates need for further education?

Accepted Answer

“Pain, tenderness, and warmth are all normal 1-3 days after surgery”

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