Nursing Elites

1. The nurse is most concerned about which of these findings in a client with systemic lupus erythematous?

• A. The client reports chronic fatigue
• B. The client has a butterfly rash
• C. Blood pressure of 126/85 mm Hg
• D. Urine output of 20 mL/hour

Correct answer: D

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2. A client is recovering from a fractured radius that occurred 7weeks ago. Which state of bone healing occurs at this time as the callus is restored and transformed into bone?

• A. Stage 3
• B. Stage 5
• C. Stage 1
• D. Stage 4

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

3. A client just received a diagnosis of cancer. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates empathy?

• A. "This must be hard news to hear. Tell me more about it."?
• B. "I believe you can overcome this because I have seen how strong you are."?
• C. "Tomorrow will be better."
• D. "What is your biggest fear about this diagnosis?"?

Correct answer: A

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4. The nurse is caring for 4 clients. What client should the nurse see first?

• A. A client with multiple children visiting
• B. A client with lupus asking for dinner
• C. A client on Methotrexate with a fever
• D. A client with chronic rheumatic pain

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is the client on Methotrexate with a fever. Fever in a client on Methotrexate, an immunosuppressant, could indicate a serious infection or adverse drug reaction requiring immediate attention to prevent complications. The other choices do not present immediate life-threatening concerns. A client with lupus asking for dinner can wait, a client with chronic rheumatic pain may need pain management but is not the priority over a fever in a client on Methotrexate, and a client with children visiting does not pose an urgent medical issue.

5. A nurse enters the hospital room of a client with reduced immunity. What observation requires further action by the nurse?

• A. The client is in a private room.
• B. The client has a vase of fresh flowers on the table
• C. The client has a dedicated vital signs machine
• D. There is hand sanitizer by the door

Correct answer: B

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