Nursing Elites

1. For individuals with lactose intolerance, which of the following foods should be avoided?

• A. Eggs
• B. Milk
• C. Almonds
• D. Beef

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Individuals with lactose intolerance lack the enzyme lactase needed to break down lactose. Milk contains lactose, a sugar found in dairy products, and should be avoided by individuals with lactose intolerance. Choices A, C, and D are not sources of lactose and are generally well-tolerated by individuals with lactose intolerance.

2. A client scheduled for hysterosalpingography needs health teaching before the procedure. The nurse is correct in telling the patient that:

• A. She needs to void prior to the procedure
• B. A full bladder is needed prior to the procedure
• C. Painful sensation is felt as the needle is inserted
• D. Flushing sensation is felt as the dye in injected

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. Before and after the operation, the operating suite is managed by the:

• A. Surgeon C. Nurse Manager
• B. Nurse Supervisor D. Chief Nurse
• C.
• D.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Understanding the underlying pathology and therapeutic techniques ensures that nursing care is not only reactive but also preventative, reducing the risk of complications.

4. When assessing Richard for chest percussion or chest vibration and postural drainage, Mario would focus on the following EXCEPT:

• A. Amount of food and fluid taken during the last meal before treatment
• B. Respiratory rate, breath sounds, and location of congestion
• C. Teaching the client's relatives to perform the procedure
• D. Doctor's order regarding position restrictions and client's tolerance for lying flat

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because when assessing Richard for chest percussion or chest vibration and postural drainage, Mario would focus on various aspects such as the amount of food and fluid taken before treatment to prevent complications during the procedure, teaching the client's relatives to perform the procedure correctly, and following the doctor's orders regarding position restrictions and the client's tolerance for lying flat. Respiratory rate, breath sounds, and location of congestion would be assessed during the procedure itself, not as part of the pre-assessment.

5. Select all that apply. Which of the following are true about protein digestion?

• A. the end products of protein digestion are amino acids
• B. protein/polypeptides are digested in the large intestine by trypsin
• C. A, D
• D. protein/polypeptides are digested in the stomach by pepsin

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Protein digestion begins in the stomach with the enzyme pepsin, which breaks down proteins into smaller polypeptides. The end products of protein digestion are amino acids.

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