Ethnocentrism is the root of: A. Biases and prejudices. B. Meanings by which people make sense of their experiences. C. Cultural beliefs. D. Individualism and self-reliance in achieving and maintaining health. Correct Answer: A. Biases and prejudices. Ethnocentrism can be defined as the judgment of different cultures… Read More »
The nurse must examine a patient who is weak and unable to sit unaided or to get out of bed. How should she position the patient to begin and perform most of the physical examination? A. Dorsal recumbent B. Semi-Fowler’s C. Lithotomy D. Sims’ Correct Answer: B.… Read More »
A client with emphysema is prescribed corticosteroid therapy on a short-term basis for acute bronchitis. The client asks the nurse how the steroids will help him. The nurse responded by saying that the corticosteroids will do which of the following? A. Promote bronchodilation B. Help the client to cough C. Prevent respiratory… Read More »
The mid-deltoid injection site is seldom used for I.M. injections because it: A. Can accommodate only 1 ml or less of medication. B. Bruises too easily. C. Can be used only when the patient is lying down. D. Does not readily absorb parenteral medication. Correct Answer: A.… Read More »
A client is admitted to the hospital with a history of confusion. The client has difficulty remembering recent events and becomes disoriented when away from home. Which statement would provide the best reality orientation for this client? A. “Good morning. Do you remember where you are?” B. “Hello. My name is Elaine Jones and I… Read More »
A 50-year-old widower has arthritis and remains in bed too long because it hurts to get started. Which intervention should the nurse plan? A. Telling the client to strictly limit the amount of movement of his inflamed joints. B. Teaching the client’s family how to transfer the client into a wheelchair. C.… Read More »
A nurse is changing the central line dressing of a client receiving parenteral nutrition (PN) and notes that there is redness and drainage at the insertion site. The nurse next assesses which of the following? A. Time of last dressing change. B. Allergy. C. Client’s temperature. D. Expiration date. … Read More »
When action is taken on one’s prejudices: A. Discrimination occurs. B. Sufficient comparative knowledge of diverse groups is obtained. C. Delivery of culturally congruent care is ensured. D. People think/know you are a dumbass for being prejudiced. Correct Answer: A. Discrimination occurs. Discrimination is defined as a… Read More »
Nurse Mackey is monitoring a patient for adverse reactions during barbiturate therapy. What is the major disadvantage of barbiturate use? A. Prolonged half-life B. Poor absorption C. Potential for drug dependence D. Potential for hepatotoxicity Correct Answer: C. Potential for drug dependence Patients can become dependent on… Read More »
The nurse should use the diaphragm of the stethoscope to auscultate which of the following? A. Heart murmurs B. Jugular venous hums C. Bowel sounds D. Carotid bruits Correct Answer: C. Bowel sounds The bell of the stethoscope should be used to hear low-pitched sounds, such as… Read More »