Nursing Elites

1. What is the best intervention to reduce the risk of falling in the hospital room for a blind client being cared for?

• A. Tell the client’s family that they will be expected to stay overnight
• B. Apply restraints to the client
• C. Shout to the client
• D. Orient the client to the location of objects in the room

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The best intervention to reduce the risk of falling in the hospital room for a blind client is to orient the client to the location of objects in the room. This helps the client navigate safely and independently. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because telling the client's family to stay overnight, applying restraints, and shouting are not appropriate interventions for preventing falls in a blind client; in fact, they could potentially lead to increased anxiety and risk of falls.

2. The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client with osteoarthritis. What is the goal of medication therapy?

• A. Eradicate the disease
• B. Reduce pain and inflammation
• C. Turn on the immune system
• D. Manage weight loss

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. What level of Maslow's Hierarchy of needs does shelter belong to?

• A. Love and belonging
• B. Physiological
• C. Safety and security
• D. Esteem

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

4. Which among the following is NOT the cause of pressure ulcers?

• A. Immobility
• B. Poor nutrition
• C. Moisture
• D. Adequate perfusion

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

5. What is a negative effect of immobility on the musculoskeletal system?

• A. Pressure injury
• B. Contractures
• C. Glucose intolerance
• D. Incontinence

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Contractures are a negative effect of immobility on the musculoskeletal system.

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