NUR 2356 FINAL EXAM 2
LATEST VERSIONS 2024
MULTIDIMENSIONAL
CARE 1 FINAL/ MDC 1
FINAL EXAM 150+
QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS|
RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
Question 1:
A patient with a history of heart failure presents with shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in
the legs. Which of the following interventions is a priority for this patient?
A. Encourage increased fluid intake
B. Monitor daily weight
C. Apply compression stockings
D. Administer a sedative
Answer: B. Monitor daily weight
Rationale: Monitoring daily weight helps assess fluid retention, which is critical in managing
heart failure.
Question 2:
A nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who is at risk for developing deep vein thrombosis
(DVT). Which intervention is most appropriate?
, A. Keep the patient on bed rest
B. Encourage the patient to ambulate as soon as possible
C. Place a pillow under the knees
D. Administer a diuretic
Answer: B. Encourage the patient to ambulate as soon as possible
Rationale: Early ambulation is one of the most effective measures to prevent DVT in
postoperative patients.
Question 3:
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is being discharged. Which of the
following should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
A. Increase daily fluid intake to 3 liters
B. Use oxygen therapy only when feeling short of breath
C. Avoid exposure to smoke and other respiratory irritants
D. Limit physical activity to prevent dyspnea
Answer: C. Avoid exposure to smoke and other respiratory irritants
Rationale: Avoiding respiratory irritants is crucial for managing COPD and preventing
exacerbations.
Question 4:
A patient with diabetes mellitus is admitted with a foot ulcer. Which nursing intervention is the
most important to promote healing?
A. Keep the foot elevated above heart level
B. Administer antibiotic therapy as prescribed
C. Perform dressing changes using sterile technique
D. Encourage the patient to walk regularly
Answer: C. Perform dressing changes using sterile technique
Rationale: Sterile technique is essential in preventing infection and promoting healing in diabetic
foot ulcers.
Question 5:
A nurse is educating a patient on the management of hypertension. Which dietary
recommendation is most appropriate?
A. Increase intake of foods high in sodium
B. Reduce intake of potassium-rich foods
C. Follow a diet low in saturated fats
D. Limit fluid intake to 1 liter per day
LATEST VERSIONS 2024
MULTIDIMENSIONAL
CARE 1 FINAL/ MDC 1
FINAL EXAM 150+
QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS|
RASMUSSEN COLLEGE
Question 1:
A patient with a history of heart failure presents with shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in
the legs. Which of the following interventions is a priority for this patient?
A. Encourage increased fluid intake
B. Monitor daily weight
C. Apply compression stockings
D. Administer a sedative
Answer: B. Monitor daily weight
Rationale: Monitoring daily weight helps assess fluid retention, which is critical in managing
heart failure.
Question 2:
A nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who is at risk for developing deep vein thrombosis
(DVT). Which intervention is most appropriate?
, A. Keep the patient on bed rest
B. Encourage the patient to ambulate as soon as possible
C. Place a pillow under the knees
D. Administer a diuretic
Answer: B. Encourage the patient to ambulate as soon as possible
Rationale: Early ambulation is one of the most effective measures to prevent DVT in
postoperative patients.
Question 3:
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is being discharged. Which of the
following should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
A. Increase daily fluid intake to 3 liters
B. Use oxygen therapy only when feeling short of breath
C. Avoid exposure to smoke and other respiratory irritants
D. Limit physical activity to prevent dyspnea
Answer: C. Avoid exposure to smoke and other respiratory irritants
Rationale: Avoiding respiratory irritants is crucial for managing COPD and preventing
exacerbations.
Question 4:
A patient with diabetes mellitus is admitted with a foot ulcer. Which nursing intervention is the
most important to promote healing?
A. Keep the foot elevated above heart level
B. Administer antibiotic therapy as prescribed
C. Perform dressing changes using sterile technique
D. Encourage the patient to walk regularly
Answer: C. Perform dressing changes using sterile technique
Rationale: Sterile technique is essential in preventing infection and promoting healing in diabetic
foot ulcers.
Question 5:
A nurse is educating a patient on the management of hypertension. Which dietary
recommendation is most appropriate?
A. Increase intake of foods high in sodium
B. Reduce intake of potassium-rich foods
C. Follow a diet low in saturated fats
D. Limit fluid intake to 1 liter per day
