NURS-552 Exam Questions And 100%
Correct Answers.
ROM- frequency and purpose - Answer -at least 2-3 times per day, 3-5 times for each joint that needs
to be exercised (ex. ankle pumps)
-takes less than 3 days to begin to lose strength
Effects of exercise and mobility - Answer -increased cardiac efficiency, decreased heart rate and BP,
increased blood flow to all body parts, increased circulating fibrinolysis, breaks up clots
-enhances respiratory function
-increased muscle efficiency, coordination, efficiency of nerve impulses, and decreases the effects of
aging
-increased efficiency of system and temperature control
-increased appetite and intestinal tone
-increases circulation with better flow to kidneys, better elimination of body wastes
-increased sleep, energy, appearance, self-concept, and positive self-behaviors
Lifting recommendations for nurses - Answer -be aware of body mechanics
-raise bed to working height
How do you get a patient out of bed for the first time? - Answer -move patient to side of the bed
-dangle
-check patient strength/muscle tone
-ensure no dizziness or lightheadedness
Proper cane use - Answer Cane should be used on the patient's weak side and should move before the
leg
Proper crutch use - Answer -stairs- up with the good, down with the bad
-move crutches forward first
, Food/drug interactions - Answer Grapefruit can interact with certain drugs: vitamin K with anti-
coagulants
Sources of protein - Answer -Lean meats, peas, dairy, eggs
-made of essential and non-essential amino acids
-complete and incomplete proteins
Sources of calcium - Answer -helps prevent osteoporosis
-dairy products, dark leafy greens, dried peas and beans, fish, and calcium-fortified juices and cereals
Sources of iron - Answer -aids in prevention/treatment of anemia
-§ dried or canned peas and beans, tofu, iron-rich bread and cereal, fruit (figs, dates, raisins, prunes),
beef, chicken, eggs, pork, liver, tuna
Sources of potassium - Answer -effects heartbeat
-apricots, lentils, prunes, acorn squash, raisins, baked potato, kidney beans, orange juice, bananas
Fat soluble vitamins - Answer Vitamins A, D, E, K
Water soluble vitamins - Answer B(folic acid) and C
Enteral feedings - Answer -Sitting in semi-fowlers to high fowlers position to prevent aspiration. (30-90
degrees)
-Used to achieve nutrition through the GI tract when upper GI tract is dysfunctional
-Nasogastric tube, Nasointestinal tube, Gastrostomy or jejunostomy
-Ordered continuous or intermittent by provider
-Complications: infection, aspiration, diarrhea
Care of NG tube - Answer -order chest x-ray for placement check
Correct Answers.
ROM- frequency and purpose - Answer -at least 2-3 times per day, 3-5 times for each joint that needs
to be exercised (ex. ankle pumps)
-takes less than 3 days to begin to lose strength
Effects of exercise and mobility - Answer -increased cardiac efficiency, decreased heart rate and BP,
increased blood flow to all body parts, increased circulating fibrinolysis, breaks up clots
-enhances respiratory function
-increased muscle efficiency, coordination, efficiency of nerve impulses, and decreases the effects of
aging
-increased efficiency of system and temperature control
-increased appetite and intestinal tone
-increases circulation with better flow to kidneys, better elimination of body wastes
-increased sleep, energy, appearance, self-concept, and positive self-behaviors
Lifting recommendations for nurses - Answer -be aware of body mechanics
-raise bed to working height
How do you get a patient out of bed for the first time? - Answer -move patient to side of the bed
-dangle
-check patient strength/muscle tone
-ensure no dizziness or lightheadedness
Proper cane use - Answer Cane should be used on the patient's weak side and should move before the
leg
Proper crutch use - Answer -stairs- up with the good, down with the bad
-move crutches forward first
, Food/drug interactions - Answer Grapefruit can interact with certain drugs: vitamin K with anti-
coagulants
Sources of protein - Answer -Lean meats, peas, dairy, eggs
-made of essential and non-essential amino acids
-complete and incomplete proteins
Sources of calcium - Answer -helps prevent osteoporosis
-dairy products, dark leafy greens, dried peas and beans, fish, and calcium-fortified juices and cereals
Sources of iron - Answer -aids in prevention/treatment of anemia
-§ dried or canned peas and beans, tofu, iron-rich bread and cereal, fruit (figs, dates, raisins, prunes),
beef, chicken, eggs, pork, liver, tuna
Sources of potassium - Answer -effects heartbeat
-apricots, lentils, prunes, acorn squash, raisins, baked potato, kidney beans, orange juice, bananas
Fat soluble vitamins - Answer Vitamins A, D, E, K
Water soluble vitamins - Answer B(folic acid) and C
Enteral feedings - Answer -Sitting in semi-fowlers to high fowlers position to prevent aspiration. (30-90
degrees)
-Used to achieve nutrition through the GI tract when upper GI tract is dysfunctional
-Nasogastric tube, Nasointestinal tube, Gastrostomy or jejunostomy
-Ordered continuous or intermittent by provider
-Complications: infection, aspiration, diarrhea
Care of NG tube - Answer -order chest x-ray for placement check
