Nursing Elites

1. During a skin inspection at the outpatient clinic, the nurse notices patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales on the client's elbows and knees. What skin abnormality does the nurse suspect?

• A. Scabies
• B. Rosacea
• C. Psoriasis
• D. Statis dermatitis

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

2. The following client come to the ophthalmology clinic. Which client needs to be seen first?

• A. Client who had recent cataract surgery and has worsening vision
• B. Client with an absent red reflex on ophthalmic examination
• C. Client with an intraocular pressure of 24 mm Hg
• D. Client with a tearing, reddened eye with exudate

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Worsening vision after cataract surgery requires immediate attention to prevent complications.

3. What health teaching would not help an older adult avoid a musculoskeletal injury?

• A. Avoid home modification
• B. Wear a helmet when riding a bicycle
• C. Osteoporosis screening
• D. Fall prevention

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Avoiding home modifications can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older adults.

4. The mother of a newborn baby is concerned that the baby will develop illnesses from being around people from outside of their family. What is the nurse's best response?

• A. "You should never go around people after your baby is born,"?
• B. "Why do you think that is a bad idea?"?
• C. "Tell me more about that."?
• D. "I did that, and my kids turned out just fine."?

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

5. A client is recovering from a fractured radius that occurred 7weeks ago. Which state of bone healing occurs at this time as the callus is restored and transformed into bone?

• A. Stage 3
• B. Stage 5
• C. Stage 1
• D. Stage 4

Correct answer: D

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