a post operative client with a sutured abdominal incision felt a sharp abdominal pain after having a bowel movement upon inspection the nurse notices
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. 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?

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

2. The nurse Is teaching the client how to administer eye drops. Which of these actions indicates the need for further client education?

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Touching the dropper to the eye contaminates it and can lead to infection.

3. A client who is sitting in High-Fowler's position is at risk for what type of injury as the skin layers shift in opposite directions?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

4. A nurse assesses an audible grating sound (Crepitus) when a client with osteoarthritis moves his knees. What is the cause of this sound?

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

5. A nurse is caring for a client who has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in an abdominal wound. The nurse prepares to enter the room to check the client's pulse. What personal protective equipment (PPE) should the nurse don?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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