Nursing Elites

1. A client recently had an above the knee amputation and complains of pain distal to the amputation. What type of pain is the client experiencing?

• A. Nociceptive
• B. Neuropathic
• C. Visceral
• D. Cutaneous

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

2. Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for osteoarthritis?

• A. Older age
• B. Sports injuries
• C. Obesity
• D. Vegan diet

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

3. A post-operative client with a sutured abdominal incision felt a sharp abdominal pain after having a bowel movement. Upon inspection, the nurse notices bowel protruding from the incision site. What does the nurse tell the physician about the event?

• A. The client's incision site has eviscerated
• B. The client's incision site has lacerated
• C. The client's incisional site is approximated
• D. The client's incisional site has dehisced after.

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

4. While completing a health history the client reports experiencing blurring of vision in both eyes without associated pain. What condition does the nurse suspect?

• A. Macular degeneration
• B. Cataract
• C. Retinal detachment
• D. Glaucoma

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Cataracts can cause blurring of vision in both eyes without associated pain.

5. A client has suffered from a femur fracture. What is the nurse's priority assessment?

• A. Pain
• B. Medication history
• C. Pedal pulses
• D. Socio-economic status

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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