Nursing Elites

1. If the child does not have ear problem, using IMCI, what should you as the nurse do?

• A. Check for ear discharge
• B. Check for tender swellings behind the ear
• C. Check for ear pain
• D. Go to the next question, check for malnutrition

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.

2. he can be expected to:

• A. Profit from vocational training with moderate supervision
• B. Live successfully in the community
• C. Perform simple tasks in closely supervised settings
• D. Acquire academic skills of 6th grade level

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Nursing interventions should be grounded in a deep understanding of the physiological processes involved, ensuring that care provided is both effective and efficient.

3. Select all that apply. A person who is deficient in vitamin A could consume which of the following to increase vitamin A levels?

• A. cantaloupe
• B. eggs
• C. carrots
• D. all of the above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Vitamin A can be found in high amounts in foods like cantaloupe, eggs, carrots, and milk, all of which help to maintain healthy vision, skin, and immune function.

4. In obtaining a urine specimen for culture and sensitivity on a catheterized patient, the nurse is correct if:

• A. Clamp the catheter for 30 minutes, Alcoholize the tube above the clamp site, Obtain a sterile syringe and draw the
• B. Alcoholize the self sealing port, obtain a sterile syringe and draw the specimen on the self sealing port
• C. Disconnect the drainage bag, obtain a sterile syringe and draw the specimen from the drainage bag
• D. Disconnect the tube, obtain a sterile syringe and draw the specimen from the tube

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.

5. The home health nurse visits older adult clients at an assisted living center. Which foods should the nurse recommend to correct the main nutrient deficits for this population?

• A. Carbohydrates
• B. Oily fish and krill oil
• C. Yellow vegetables
• D. Dairy products

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Dairy products. Older adults are often deficient in calcium and vitamin D, which are abundant in dairy products. These nutrients are essential for maintaining bone health. Choice A (Carbohydrates) is incorrect because while carbohydrates are an essential nutrient, they are not specifically addressing the main nutrient deficits for older adults. Choice B (Oily fish and krill oil) is incorrect as these foods are sources of omega-3 fatty acids and not specifically addressing the main nutrient deficits common in older adults. Choice C (Yellow vegetables) is incorrect because although vegetables are important for overall health, they do not directly address the main nutrient deficits typically seen in older adults.

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