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 is preparing a community presentation about repetitive motion injuries. Which of the following occupations should the nurse identify as increasing a client's risk for carpal tunnel syndrome?

• A. Elementary school teacher
• B. Nursing assistant
• C. Assembly line worker
• D. Truck driver

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

3. Which of the following clients are at an increased risk for deep vein thrombosis following a reduction and internal fixation of the hip? (Select all that apply)

• A. A client on birth control pills
• B. A client who is immobile
• C. A client on an anticoagulant
• D. A client with dementia who has been wandering

Correct answer: a

Rationale: Clients on birth control pills, immobile, and smokers are at increased risk of DVT after hip surgery.

4. The goal for a client with impaired mobility is to prevent atelectasis. What nursing intervention would best help the client meet this goal?

• A. Assist the client to orthopneic position
• B. Offer a protein rich diet
• C. Offer the client a bedpan for toileting
• D. Turn the client every 4 hours

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The orthopneic position helps improve lung expansion, reducing the risk of atelectasis.

5. What complication of wound healing is an abnormal passage that connects two body cavities or a cavity and the skin?

• A. Fistula
• B. Hemorrhage
• C. Evisceration
• D. infection

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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