Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following are sources of water intake?

• A. Drinking fluids.
• B. Consuming water from the food we eat.
• C. Water from metabolic processes.
• D. Drinking fluids, consuming water from the food we eat, and water from metabolic processes.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. The sources of water intake include drinking fluids, consuming water from the food we eat, and water from metabolic processes. Water intake is not solely from the liquids we drink but also from the water content present in the food we consume and the water produced during metabolic processes such as cellular respiration. Therefore, option D is the correct answer as it covers all the sources of water intake. Options A, B, and C alone do not encompass all the sources of water intake, making them incorrect choices.

2. Place a washcloth between the skin and tourniquet

• A. Provide a bed bath instead of letting the client take a shower
• B. Use sterile technique when changing the dressing.
• C. Disconnect the intravenous fluid tubing prior to the clients bath.
• D. Use a plastic bag to cover the extremity with the device

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

3. A medical-surgical nurse is concerned about the incidence of complications related to IV therapy, including bloodstream infection. Which intervention should the nurse suggest to the management team to make the biggest impact on decreasing complications

• A. Initiate a dedicated team to insert access devices
• B. . Require additional education for all nurses.
• C. Limit the use of peripheral venous access devices.
• D. Perform quality control testing on skin preparation products.

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

4. A nurse assesses a client who was started on intraperitoneal therapy 5 days ago. The client reports abdominal pain and feeling warm. For which complication of this therapy should the nurse assess this client?

• A. Allergic reaction
• B. Bowel obstruction
• C. Catheter lumen occlusion
• D. Infection

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

5. A nurse assesses a client who is prescribed a medication that inhibits aldosterone secretion and release. For which potential complications should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)

• A. Urine output of 25 mL/hr
• B. Serum potassium level of 5.4 mEq/L
• C. Blood osmolality of 250 mOsm/L
• D.

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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