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

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2. What is a symptom of the expected disease pattern of rheumatoid arthritis?

• A. Unilateral joint pain
• B. Bilateral joint pain
• C. Contralateral joint pain
• D. Obtuse variety joint pain

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. A client has suffered from a femur fracture. What is the nurse's priority assessment?

• A. Pain
• B. Medication history
• C. Pedal pulses
• D. Socio-economic status

Correct answer: C

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4. Where will the nurse collect the most reliable source of pain assessment?

• A. From the nurse-to-nurse bedside report
• B. From a medical surgical book
• C. From the client
• D. From the client's chart

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

5. The client states, "Why am I getting protein supplements while I am healing from a bed sore?"? What is the best response by the nurse?

• A. Because it is easy to digest.'
• B. Protein has amin acid that promotes wound healing.'
• C. If you do not like it, you do not have to take it.'
• D. These supplements have nothing to do with your wound,'

Correct answer: B

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