Nursing Elites

1. Which of the following nonpharmacological methods cannot be used to manage the chronic pain of a client with rheumatoid arthritis?

• A. Adequate rest
• B. Heat for 20-30 minutes
• C. Hot showers
• D. Ice for 2 hours at a time

Correct answer: D

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2. What is the best intervention to reduce the risk of falling in the hospital room for a blind client being cared for?

• A. Tell the client’s family that they will be expected to stay overnight
• B. Apply restraints to the client
• C. Shout to the client
• D. Orient the client to the location of objects in the room

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The best intervention to reduce the risk of falling in the hospital room for a blind client is to orient the client to the location of objects in the room. This helps the client navigate safely and independently. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because telling the client's family to stay overnight, applying restraints, and shouting are not appropriate interventions for preventing falls in a blind client; in fact, they could potentially lead to increased anxiety and risk of falls.

3. What is an example of proper body mechanics when lifting?

• A. Lifting the object with your back
• B. Standing with a narrow stance
• C. Lifting excessive weight to strengthen the muscles
• D. Holding the object close to the body

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Proper body mechanics include holding objects close to the body to prevent injury.

4. The 65-year-old male client who is complaining of blurred vision reports he thinks his glasses need to be cleaned all the time and he denies any type of eye pain. Which eye disorder should the nurse suspects the clients has?

• A. Cataracts
• B. Diabetic retinopathy
• C. Corneal dystrophy
• D. Conjunctivitis

Correct answer: A

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5. A client on bed rest complains of pain and burning in the right calf area. What is the nurse's action?

• A. Deeply palpate the area for rebound tenderness
• B. Medicate the client for pain and reassess in 60 minutes
• C. Percuss over the area for a change in tone
• D. Compare the circumference to the left calf

Correct answer: D

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