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Multi Dimensional Care | Final Exam
1. A client has a new arm cast. What is incorrect teaching by the nurse?
- A. Use a sling to alleviate fatigue
- B. Elevate the arm above the heart to reduce swelling
- C. Report ‘hot spots’ felt under the cast
- D. Sudden increase in drainage is expected
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Sudden increase in drainage is not expected and should be reported as it may indicate an infection or other complication.
2. A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for ibuprofen to treat rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should teach the client to monitor for what adverse effect of this medication?
- A. Bleeding
- B. Insomnia
- C. Blurred vision
- D. Constipation
Correct answer: C
Rationale:
3. A nurse is caring for an intubated and sedated geriatric client. What intervention is most appropriate for reducing the risk for a friction and shear injury?
- A. Use a mechanical lift to reposition the client every 2 hours
- B. Elevate the client's head of the bed to 45 degrees
- C. Postpone daily bed bath
- D. Caregiver independently slides the client up in the bed
Correct answer: A
Rationale:
4. The client with RA complains of intensely dry eyes. What does the nurse suspect?
- A. Systemic sclerosis
- B. Sjogren's syndrome
- C. Chron's disease
- D. Discoid lupus
Correct answer: B
Rationale:
5. What is an example of proper body mechanics when lifting?
- A. Lifting the object with your back
- B. Standing with a narrow stance
- C. Lifting excessive weight to strengthen the muscles
- D. Holding the object close to the body
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Proper body mechanics include holding objects close to the body to prevent injury.
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