The abbreviation for microdrop is… A. µgtt B. gtt C. mdr D. mgts Correct Answer: A. µgtt The abbreviation for microdrop is µgtt. When abbreviations are used in documents given to the patient, the potential for misunderstanding can increase. Information needs to be clear and unambiguous to… Read More »
What should be done in order to prevent contaminating the environment in bed making? A. Avoid fanning soiled linens B. Strip all linens at the same time C. Finished both sides at the time D. Embrace soiled linen Correct Answer: A. Avoid fanning soiled linens Fanning soiled… Read More »
In a recumbent, immobilized patient, lung ventilation can become altered, leading to such respiratory complications as: A. Respiratory acidosis, atelectasis, and hypostatic pneumonia B. Apneustic breathing, atypical pneumonia and respiratory alkalosis C. Cheyne-Stokes respirations and spontaneous pneumothorax D. Kussmaul’s respirations and hypoventilation Correct Answer: A. Respiratory acidosis,… Read More »
Which client would be appropriate to assign to a newly graduated RN, who has recently completed orientation?. A. An anxious, chronic pain client who frequently uses the call button. B. A client second-day post-op who needs pain medication prior to dressing changes. C. A client with HIV who reports headache and abdominal… Read More »
The nurse is instructing a client with hyperkalemia on the importance of choosing foods low in potassium. The nurse should teach the client to limit which of the following foods? A. Grapes B. Carrot C. Green beans D. Lettuce Correct Answer: B. Carrot Carrots have 320 mg… Read More »
A Chinese-American client experiencing cough with clear white phlegm, which is believed to be a yin disorder, is likely to treat it with: A. Foods considered being yin. B. Foods considered being yang. C. Aromatherapy. D. Touch therapy. Correct Answer: B. Foods considered to be yang. In… Read More »
A nurse is caring for a Chinese client who is hospitalized due to pneumonia. Based on their culture, which of the following is believed to be the cause of the illness? A. An illness is cast by an enemy. B. An illness is a result of punishment for sins. C. An illness… Read More »
A client with chronic pulmonary disease has a bluish tinge around the lips. The nurse charts which term to most accurately describe the client’s condition? A. Hypoxia B. Hypoxemia C. Dyspnea D. Cyanosis Correct Answer: D. Cyanosis A bluish tinge to mucous membranes is called cyanosis. This is most… Read More »
Which of the following is the meaning of PRN? A. When advice B. Immediately C. When necessary D. Now. Correct Answer: C. When necessary PRN comes from the Latin “pro re nata” meaning, “for an occasion that has arisen or as circumstances require”. When an abbreviation is… Read More »
The most important purpose of cleansing bed bath is: A. To cleanse, refresh and give comfort to the client who must remain in bed. B. To expose the necessary parts of the body. C. To develop skills in bed bath. D. To check the body temperature of the client in bed. … Read More »