a client who is postoperative is verbalizing pain as a 2 on a pain scale of 0 to 10 which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an

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1. A client who is postoperative is verbalizing pain as a 2 on a pain scale of 0 to 10. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the preoperative teaching they received about pain management?

A. ''I think I should take my pain medication more often, since it is not controlling my pain.''
B. ''Breathing faster will help me keep my mind off of the pain.''
C. ''It might help me to listen to music while I'm lying in bed.''
D. ''I don't want to walk today because I have some pain.''

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because the client is demonstrating an understanding of the preoperative teaching by acknowledging the pain and relating it to the need to rest. Walking may exacerbate the pain, and the client's decision not to walk shows an awareness of their body's signals. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not reflect a good understanding of pain management. Choice A suggests self-medicating without consulting healthcare providers, choice B focuses on distraction rather than addressing the pain, and choice C offers a coping mechanism but does not address the pain directly.

2. Which of the following best defines the role of a nurse educator?

A. Provide direct patient care
B. Conduct research on nursing practices
C. Develop and implement educational programs for nursing staff
D. Supervise nursing staff

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The role of a nurse educator primarily involves developing and implementing educational programs for nursing staff. While providing direct patient care and supervising nursing staff are essential functions in healthcare, these tasks are not the primary responsibilities of a nurse educator. Conducting research on nursing practices is typically associated with the role of a nurse researcher, not a nurse educator.

3. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative. When the nurse prepares to change the client's dressing, they say, 'Every time you change my bandage, it hurts so much.' Which of the following interventions is the nurse's priority action?

A. Encourage the client to relax and take deep breaths during the dressing change
B. Educate the client about the importance of the dressing change to prevent infection
C. Administer pain medication 45 minutes before changing the client's dressing
D. Assist the client to a comfortable position for the dressing change

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is to administer pain medication 45 minutes before changing the client's dressing. This intervention is the priority action because the client is experiencing pain during the dressing change. Providing pain relief beforehand can help minimize the discomfort and improve the overall experience for the client. Encouraging relaxation techniques (choice A) or educating about dressing change importance (choice B) are valuable but addressing pain is the priority. Assisting the client to a comfortable position (choice D) is essential for the procedure but does not directly address the client's pain.

4. A middle adult client tells the nurse, 'I feel so useless now that my children do not need me anymore.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A. Validate the client's feelings by saying, 'People in middle adulthood often find satisfaction in nurturing and guiding young people.'
B. Encourage the client to explore the reasons behind feeling useless.
C. Reassure the client by saying, 'You should be proud that your children are becoming independent.'
D. Provide information by saying, 'Most people are happy when their children grow up and leave home.'

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct response is to validate the client's feelings by acknowledging that individuals in middle adulthood often derive satisfaction from nurturing and guiding young people. This response shows empathy and understanding towards the client's emotions. Choice B is incorrect because it may come across as dismissive of the client's feelings. Choice C is incorrect as it does not address the client's emotional state and could be perceived as minimizing their concerns. Choice D is incorrect as it generalizes feelings and may not be applicable to the client's specific situation.

5. What is the primary advantage of utilizing a modular nursing model?

A. Improved patient satisfaction
B. Enhanced teamwork
C. Cost reduction
D. Improved communication

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The primary advantage of utilizing a modular nursing model is enhanced teamwork and collaboration among nurses. While improved patient satisfaction, cost reduction, and improved communication are essential in healthcare settings, the modular nursing model specifically focuses on restructuring care delivery to promote teamwork and efficiency. Therefore, choices A, C, and D are not the primary advantages of using a modular nursing model.