Which of the following does not match with the appropriate position? A. Vaginal examination: Lithotomy position. B. Thyroidectomy: Fowler’s position. C. Hemorrhoidectomy: Lateral position. D. Hypophysectomy: Prone position. Correct Answer: D. Hypophysectomy: Prone position. Hypophysectomy is the surgical removal of the hypophysis (pituitary gland). After the surgery,… Read More »
Ethical dilemmas often arise over a conflict of opinion. Once the nurse has determined that the dilemma is ethical, a critical first step in negotiating the difference of opinion would be to: A. Consult a professional ethicist to ensure that the steps of the process occur in full. B. Gather all relevant information regarding the… Read More »
Restraints can be used for all of the following purposes except to: A. Prevent a confused patient from removing tubes, such as feeding tubes, I.V. lines, and urinary catheters. B. Prevent a patient from falling out of bed or a chair. C. Discourage a patient from attempting to ambulate alone when he requires assistance… Read More »
The nurse in charge must monitor a patient receiving chloramphenicol for adverse drug reaction. What is the most toxic reaction to chloramphenicol? A. Lethal arrhythmias B. Malignant hypertension C. Status epilepticus D. Bone marrow suppression Correct Answer: D. Bone marrow suppression The most toxic reaction to chloramphenicol… Read More »
A newly hired at Nurseslabs Medical Center is assigned to the OR Department. Which action demonstrates a break in sterile technique? A. Remaining 1 foot away from non sterile areas. B. Placing sterile items on the sterile field. C. Avoiding the border of the sterile drape. D. Reaching 1 foot over… Read More »
The most common deficiency seen in alcoholics is: A. Thiamine B. Riboflavin C. Pyridoxine D. Pantothenic acid Correct Answer: A. Thiamine Chronic alcoholism commonly results in thiamine deficiency and other symptoms of malnutrition. Chronic alcohol consumption can cause thiamine deficiency and thus reduced enzyme activity through several mechanisms, including… Read More »
The nurse writes an expected outcome statement in measurable terms. An example is: A. Client will have less pain. B. Client will be pain-free. C. Client will report pain acuity less than 4 on a scale of 0-10. D. Client will take pain medication every 4 hours around the clock. … Read More »
Which of the following foods should be avoided by clients who are prone to develop heartburn as a result of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? A. Lettuce B. Eggs C. Chocolate D. Butterscotch Correct Answer: C. Chocolate Ingestion of chocolate can reduce lower esophageal sphincter (LES) pressure leading… Read More »
Before feeding a client via NGT, the nurse checks for residual and obtains a residual amount of 90ml. What is the appropriate action for the nurse to take? A. Discard the residual amount. B. Hold the due feeding. C. Skip the feeding and administer the next feeding due in 4 hours. … Read More »
Which activity would not be expected by the nurse to meet the cultural needs of the client? A. Promote and support attitudes, behaviors, knowledge, and skills to respectfully meet the client’s cultural needs despite the nurse’s own beliefs and practices. B. Ensure that the interpreter understands not only the language of the client… Read More »