Nursing Elites

1. A well-rounded fitness program focuses on flexibility, resistance training and aerobic conditioning. What statements are true about a well-rounded fitness program? (Select all that apply)

• A. Movement against resistance increases muscular strength and endurance
• B. Intensity is the amount of time a person is exercising
• C. Stretching after exercise cools the muscles and limits post exercise stiffness
• D. all of the Above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Resistance training, proper stretching, and exercise duration/intensity contribute to a well-rounded fitness program.

2. A nurse assesses an area of skin over a bony prominence. What finding would be most concerning?

• A. Redness
• B. Non-blanching
• C. Blanching
• D. Warmth

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

3. A client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) has pneumocystis carinii (PCP). What is the nurse's priority assessment for this client?

• A. Skin turgor
• B. Lung sounds
• C. Radial pulses
• D. Capillary refill

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

4. The client with rheumatoid arthritis is having her rheumatoid factor (RF) drawn while she is having a flare-up of the disease. Which result is seen in clients with rheumatoid arthritis?

• A. Factor does not change
• B. Decreased level of rheumatoid arthritis
• C. A positive rheumatoid factor
• D. A negative rheumatoid factor

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

5. A client has sustained an open fracture. How can the nurse best prevent osteomyelitis in this client?

• A. Administer pain medication
• B. Use proper hand hygiene and strict infection control
• C. Delegate all client personal care to specific unlicensed assistive personnel
• D. Plate the client in contact precautions

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

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