MED SURG 2 FINAL EXAM REVIEW

Which pathogen may cause a vaginal discharge with a cottage cheese-like appearance?

To help decrease nausea when taking Flagyl(metronidazole) encourage this medication to be taken with meals

Which of the following would be a lifelong treatment after undergoing a total gastrectomy?

Working on a transplant unit what should the nurse do to help reduce the risk of infection?

Which symptom should the nurse assess for in pts at risk for thrombocytopenia?

Suddenly stopping anticonvulsant medication may trigger Status Epilepticus.

What is the most discouraging characteristic of cancer?

A pt with a radioactive implant can share a room with another patient.

Which of the following might indicate that a pt with NGT feedings is experiencing pulmonary complications?

Persistent hoarseness can be a warning sign of cancer

Nurse is giving IV Chemo observes swelling & pain at the IV site. The nurse should continue the infusion until complete

Which of the following symptoms might suggest a possible UTI. Choose the best answer from the assessment data gathered

Which of the following diagnostic test confirms if a tissue sample is cancerous?

Abdominal pain associated with indigestion can be characterized by which type of pain?

Pt with recent Roux-en-Y surgery experiences cramping pains, dizziness, palpitations. What is the cause of the symptoms

Genital warts is the most commonly sexually transmitted infection

A pt. is asked to stick out their tongue and move it back and forth. Which nerve is the nurse assessing?

What characteristics of the stool indicates the pt may have a GI Bleed?

How long should food & fluids be withheld for a pt that has undergone an EGD with moderate sedation?

Symptoms of unusual vaginal discharge and heavier, more painful periods than usual may be warning signs of which cancer?

Which of the following are risk factors for developing an STD/STI? Select all that apply.

When CSF is clear and colorless, what does this indicate?

What is the highest nursing priority when caring for an unconscious patient?

Creating a diet that is high fiber and low in fat would include which of the following?

What advice would you give to a pt with Bell's palsy to help improve their speech?

Which of the following is true regarding a Pap test Exam?

What strategies should be used when examining older adults?

The first sign of increasing ICP is a declining level of consciousness (LOC).

When assessing a pt bladder by percussion, nurse elicits dullness after the pt has voided. What does this mean?

Which Osmotic Diuretic is used to help treat increased ICP?

Which of the following conditions usually requires identification & treatment of sexual partners?

Pt exhibits pill-rolling, stooped posture, bradykinesia & shuffling gait. What disease process might you suspect?

What is the purpose of the HPV Vaccine?

Which technique should be used to best help a pt care for a new Ostomy after discharge

What is the most common etiology associated with ovarian cancer?

For a pt with a family history of cancer, which of the following requires immediate follow up?

Which of the following are possible signs of breast cancer?

Pt has new dx of Endometriosis. Which of the following is most appropriate to provide support/guidance about treatment

Pt complains of right lower abdominal pain with rebound tenderness at McBurney's point? What does this indicate?

Which cranial nerve is being assessed when using the Whisper Test?

Which type of incontinence is experienced when a cough or sneeze may cause a release of urine?

What is the major threat to a patient that has an inoperable brain tumor?

What information should be included when a pt is placed on a low-protein diet/Renal Diet?

What can a nurse do to meet the challenges of caring for pts with cancer?

What is the purpose of liquid prep prior to a colonoscopy?

Pt arrives at ED with complaints of ABD pain. What question should the nurse ask first?

Which of the following should be kept at the bedside of a patient with Guillain-Barre Syndrome & ascending paralysis?

When performing an abdominal assessment, what should the nurse do first?

Pt receives a score of 15 on the GCS if they are orientated, obey verbal commands & open eyes spontaneously

During a Romberg Test, the pt sways to one side and almost falls. How should you interpret the pts results?