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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson
1. A nurse is caring for a client who is post-operative following an open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) of a femur fracture. What is NOT included in the evaluation of the neurovascular status of the client's affected extremity?
- A. Color
- B. Temperature
- C. Sensation
- D. Skin integrity
Correct answer: D
Rationale:
2. The nurse has documented the following wound assessment. "Shallow, open, reddened ulcer with no slough on the anterior region of the right heel?"? what stage is the wound?
- A. Stage 3
- B. Stage 4
- C. Stage 1
- D. Stage 2
Correct answer: D
Rationale:
3. Why is a client with osteoporosis prone to fractures?
- A. The client has bone spurs that lead to fractures
- B. The client has increased bone density
- C. The client has porous bones
- D. The client is not prone to fractures
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. Osteoporosis is characterized by porous, weak bones due to decreased bone density. This porous nature of bones in osteoporosis makes them more prone to fractures. Choice A is incorrect because bone spurs do not lead to fractures in osteoporosis; they are bony outgrowths unrelated to osteoporosis. Choice B is incorrect as osteoporosis is associated with decreased, not increased, bone density. Choice D is incorrect as individuals with osteoporosis are indeed prone to fractures due to weakened bones.
4. What are signs of hearing loss? (Select all that apply)
- A. Presence of cerumen
- B. Presence of cerumen
- C. Tinnitus
- D. Frequent asking of others to repeat statements
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Signs of hearing loss include tinnitus, frequent asking to repeat statements, and shouting in conversations.
5. A man has been admitted to the hospital unit with a medical diagnosis of COPD. He is receiving supplemental oxygen at 2 L/min via nasal cannula. Which positioning technique will best assist him with his breathing?
- A. Prone position
- B. Sim's position
- C. Lateral position
- D. Fowler's position
Correct answer: D
Rationale:
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