Nursing Elites

1. As a nurse assigned for care for geriatric patients, you need to frequently assess your patient using the nursing process. Which of the following needs be considered with the highest priority?

• A. Patients own feeling about his illness
• B. Safety of the client especially those elderly clients who frequently falls
• C. Nutritional status of the elderly client
• D. Physiologic needs that are life threatening

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

2. Discharge plans of diabetic clients include injection site rotation. You should emphasize that the space between sites should be:

• A. 6.0 cm.
• B. 5.0 cm.
• C. 2.5 cm.
• D. 4.0 cm.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Patient safety and efficacy of care depend on actions rooted in established nursing protocols that consider both the immediate and long-term needs of the patient.

3. A nurse is discussing sources of vitamin K with a client. Which food should the nurse recommend?

• A. Fish
• B. Leafy greens
• C. Citrus fruits
• D. Nuts

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Leafy greens are rich in vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting.

4. What type of gastrointestinal complication is most likely to be caused by the use of antibiotics to treat H. pylori infection?

• A. Hemoptysis
• B. Altered taste sensation
• C. Flatulence
• D. Bloody stools

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, Altered taste sensation. The use of antibiotics is known to cause changes in taste sensation as a side effect, especially when used to treat H. pylori infections. Hemoptysis (Choice A) refers to coughing up blood, and while it can be a symptom of various conditions, it is not typically associated with the use of antibiotics. Flatulence (Choice C) and bloody stools (Choice D) can also occur as gastrointestinal complications, but they are not the most likely side effect when treating H. pylori with antibiotics. Therefore, choices A, C, and D are incorrect.

5. Which food is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids?

• A. Chicken breast
• B. Salmon
• C. Almonds
• D. Eggs

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Salmon is high in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for cardiovascular health.

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