Nursing Elites

1. A client has an abdominal incision. The surgical wound was closed with 10 sutures. This surgical wound is healing by what process?

• A. Primary intention
• B. Binary intention
• C. Secondary intention
• D. None of the Above

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

2. A wound has a blood-tinged liquid that is dripping from the surgical site. How does the nurse document this finding?

• A. Creamy pus
• B. Serous
• C. Serosanguineous
• D. Purulent exudate

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

3. A client with systemic sclerosis has been in bed for 2 weeks due to fatigue and abdominal pain. Today, the client came into the clinic complaining of her leg being hot, red and painful. What does the nurse suspect?

• A. Amputation
• B. Deep vein thrombosis
• C. Internal bleeding
• D. Kidney failure

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

4. What health teaching would not help an older adult avoid a musculoskeletal injury?

• A. Avoid home modification
• B. Wear a helmet when riding a bicycle
• C. Osteoporosis screening
• D. Fall prevention

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Avoiding home modifications can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older adults.

5. What health teaching would not help an older adult avoid a musculoskeletal injury?

• A. Avoid home modification
• B. Wear a helmet when riding a bicycle
• C. Osteoporosis screening
• D. Fall prevention

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Avoiding home modifications can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older adults.

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