Nursing Elites

1. What nursing interventions increase the risk the pressure injuries?

• A. Padding hard surfaces
• B. Have client sit in wheelchair as much as possible
• C. Place pillows between bony surfaces
• D. Keep head of bed (HOB) at or less than 3

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

2. What complication of fractures is caused by increased pressure which can result in decreased circulation to the area?

• A. Venous thromboembolism
• B. Acute compartment syndrome
• C. Fat embolism syndrome
• D. Hemorrhage

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Acute compartment syndrome is the correct answer. It involves increased pressure within muscles, leading to decreased blood flow and tissue damage. Venous thromboembolism (Choice A) is a condition where a blood clot forms in a vein, usually in the leg. Fat embolism syndrome (Choice C) occurs when fat globules enter the bloodstream and block blood vessels. Hemorrhage (Choice D) refers to bleeding, which can occur with fractures but does not specifically involve increased pressure leading to decreased circulation as in acute compartment syndrome.

3. Which finding is not typically associated with inflammation in a client?

• A. Pain
• B. Heat
• C. Polyuria
• D. Erythema

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Polyuria is excessive urination and is not a typical assessment finding in inflammation. Inflammation commonly presents with pain (A), heat (B), and erythema (D) which are classic signs of an inflammatory response. Pain results from the release of inflammatory mediators, heat is due to increased blood flow, and erythema is caused by vasodilation and increased blood flow to the area. Polyuria is more likely associated with conditions such as diabetes or renal issues, rather than inflammation.

4. What nursing intervention is best to improve communication with a hearing-impaired client?

• A. Speak slowly and clearly while facing the client
• B. Write down the message
• C. Talk in a regular voice in the good ear
• D. Shout in the impaired

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Speaking slowly and clearly while facing the client improves communication with hearing-impaired clients.

5. A client with systemic lupus erythematous complains of flank pain. Which laboratory test does the nurse anticipate will be ordered?

• A. Platelets
• B. Skin biopsy
• C. Creatinine
• D. Hemoglobin

Correct answer: C

Rationale:

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