Which of the following is the appropriate meaning of CBR? A. Cardiac Board Room B. Complete Bathroom C. Complete Bed Rest D. Complete Board Room Correct Answer: C. Complete Bed Rest CBR means complete bed rest. For more abbreviations, please see this post. Standardization and uniform use… Read More »
The nurse explains to a patient that a cough: A. Is a protective response to clear the respiratory tract of irritants. B. Is primarily a voluntary action. C. Is induced by the administration of an antitussive drug. D. Can be inhibited by “splinting” the abdomen. Correct Answer:… Read More »
A client is receiving a platelet transfusion. The nurse determines that the client is gaining from this therapy if the client exhibits which of the following? A. Less frequent febrile episodes. B. Increased level of hematocrit. C. Less episodes of bleeding. D. Increased level of hemoglobin. Correct… Read More »
A client with pleural effusion is scheduled to have a thoracentesis. The nurse on duty will assist the client to which position during the procedure? A. Lying in bed on the unaffected side with the head of the bed elevated about 45°. B. Forward side-lying position with head of bed flat. C.… Read More »
The scope of Nursing Practice, the established educational requirements for nurses, and the distinction between nursing and medical practice is defined by: A. Statutory law B. Common law C. Civil law D. Nurse Practice Acts Correct Answer: D. Nurse Practice Acts The NPA is then interpreted into… Read More »
The nurse assesses a client’s abdomen several days after abdominal surgery. It is firm, distended, and painful to palpate. The client reports feeling “bloated” . The nurse consults with the surgeon, who orders an enema. The nurse prepares to give what kind of enema? A. Soapsuds B. Retention C. Return flow … Read More »
A muscular enlarged pouch or sac that lies slightly to the left which is used for temporary storage of food… A. Gallbladder B. Urinary bladder C. Stomach D. Lungs E. Rugae of the stomach Correct Answer: C. Stomach The stomach is a muscular organ located on the left… Read More »
One (1) tsp is equal to how many drops? A. 15 B. 60 C. 10 D. 30 Correct Answer: B. 60 One teaspoon (tsp) is equal to 60 drops (gtts). When the nurse has an order for an IV infusion, it is her responsibility to make sure… Read More »
An infected patient has chills and begins shivering. The best nursing intervention is to: A. Apply iced alcohol sponges B. Provide increased cool liquids C. Provide additional bedclothes D. Provide increased ventilation Correct Answer: C. Provide additional bedclothes In an infected patient, shivering results from the body’s attempt to… Read More »
Which client is at greater risk for respiratory depression while receiving opioids for analgesia? A. An elderly chronic pain client with a hip fracture. B. A client with heroin addiction and back pain. C. A young female client with advanced multiple myeloma. D. A child with an arm fracture and cystic… Read More »