the nurse is providing medication for a client with osteomyelitis what teaching should the nurse indicate in the education

ATI RN

Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. The nurse is providing medication for a client with osteomyelitis. What teaching should the nurse indicate in the education?

A. The most common adverse e effect for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)are liver failure and tinnitus
B. The main side effect of acetaminophen is gastrointestinal GI bleeding
C. You should not take more than 4000 mg of acetaminophen a day
D. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are very safe and are known to have no side effects

Correct answer: A

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. A client has a new arm cast. What is incorrect teaching by the nurse?

A. Use a sling to alleviate fatigue
B. Elevate the arm above the heart to reduce swelling
C. Report ‘hot spots’ felt under the cast
D. Sudden increase in drainage is expected

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Sudden increase in drainage is not expected and should be reported as it may indicate an infection or other complication.

4. What may be a cause of conductive hearing loss?

A. Prolonged exposure to loud noises
B. Medications
C. Presbycusis
D. Otitis media

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Otitis media can cause conductive hearing loss by affecting the middle ear.

5. What occurs during stage three of bone healing?

A. Consolidation
B. Callus formation
C. Granulation formation
D. Hematoma formation

Correct answer: B

Rationale: During stage three of bone healing, callus formation occurs. This process involves the formation of a soft callus made of collagen and cartilage, which bridges the gap between bone fragments. Choice A, consolidation, typically happens in later stages and involves the hardening of the callus into mature bone. Choices C and D are incorrect as granulation formation and hematoma formation occur in earlier stages of bone healing, specifically stages one and two, respectively.