BAH Final Exam UPDATED ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the recommended calcium level range to avoid cardiac problems after surgery? -
CORRECT ANSWER Eight and a half to eleven and a half.
How often should calcium levels be checked after surgery? - CORRECT
ANSWER Every eight hours.
What should a nurse do when entering a room with a patient on contact isolation? -
CORRECT ANSWER Bring extra supplies for future use and ensure proper hand
washing.
What precautions should be taken when dealing with C-diff patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER Avoid taking these patients to prevent contamination and spread.
What is the first step when a patient shows signs of anaphylaxis? - CORRECT
ANSWER Get the patient to a location where they can receive epinephrine.
What medications are typically administered for anaphylaxis? - CORRECT
ANSWER Epinephrine and Benadryl.
What is the role of epinephrine in treating anaphylaxis? - CORRECT ANSWER It acts
as a vasoconstrictor to decrease swelling and help the airway.
What is the purpose of administering Benadryl during an allergic reaction? - CORRECT
ANSWER To help with swelling and inflammation.
What should a nurse do if they suspect a patient is allergic to something for the first time? -
CORRECT ANSWER Monitor for symptoms like swelling and prepare to administer
emergency medication.
,What should nurses avoid doing with supplies in a contact isolation room? - CORRECT
ANSWER Do not take supplies out of the room to prevent contamination.
Why is it important to wash hands before entering and leaving an isolation room? -
CORRECT ANSWER To prevent the spread of infections like C-diff.
What is a common consequence of not properly managing C-diff patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER It may result in significant academic setbacks for nursing students.
What is a potential risk for a patient who has never experienced a bee sting before? -
CORRECT ANSWER They may not know they are allergic and could experience
severe anaphylaxis.
What should be done if a patient has a severe allergic reaction? - CORRECT
ANSWER Administer IV epinephrine if they are in bad shape.
What is the importance of teaching patients about allergies? - CORRECT ANSWER To
help them recognize and react to potential allergens in the future.
What supplies should be prepared for a patient with an infected wound on isolation? -
CORRECT ANSWER Gloves, four by fours, saline, and possibly a Q-tip.
What is the significance of drawing a counseling level after surgery? - CORRECT
ANSWER To monitor calcium levels and prevent cardiac issues.
What is the potential impact of not recognizing anaphylaxis symptoms? - CORRECT
ANSWER It can lead to life-threatening airway obstruction.
What should nurses do if they are unsure about the supplies needed for a procedure? -
CORRECT ANSWER Bring extra supplies to ensure preparedness.
,How can a nurse help a new nurse in an isolation situation? - CORRECT ANSWER By
providing extra supplies and guidance on what to expect.
What is the recommended action if a patient is experiencing swelling from an allergic
reaction? - CORRECT ANSWER Administer Benadryl to reduce swelling.
What is the critical time frame for administering epinephrine during anaphylaxis? -
CORRECT ANSWER As soon as symptoms are recognized.
What is the risk of not managing a patient's isolation properly? - CORRECT
ANSWER Increased risk of infection spread and complications.
What is the recommended diet for patients with AIDS and a CD4 T-cell count below 200? -
CORRECT ANSWER A high protein diet, along with carbohydrates and a little fat, is
recommended.
What is the significance of a CD4 T-cell count below 200 in AIDS patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER It indicates a serious progression of the disease, as the patient is losing the
battle against the infection.
What natural stimulants can affect blood pressure? - CORRECT ANSWER Caffeine
from coffee, tea, and sodas, as well as nicotine.
Which gender is more likely to suffer from osteoporosis? - CORRECT
ANSWER Females are more likely to suffer from osteoporosis, particularly after
menopause.
What population of females has the highest incidence of hip fractures? - CORRECT
ANSWER White women, particularly older women after menopause.
What are the effects of hormone replacement therapy after menopause? - CORRECT
ANSWER It can increase the risk of breast cancer, leading to concerns about its safety.
, What is a common side effect of natural stimulants like caffeine? - CORRECT
ANSWER They can raise blood pressure and increase heart rate.
What should be avoided in patients with allergies? - CORRECT ANSWER Allergens
such as mold and other substances that may trigger allergic reactions.
What is the role of teaching in managing allergies in children? - CORRECT
ANSWER Parents and caregivers need to be educated about the child's allergies and
how to manage them.
What is a common symptom of patients with advanced AIDS? - CORRECT
ANSWER Nausea and significant weight loss, leading to emaciated skin and bone.
What is the importance of protein in the diet of bedridden patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER Protein is crucial for healing skin breakdown and maintaining overall
health.
What can excessive consumption of energy drinks like Red Bull lead to? - CORRECT
ANSWER It can cause heightened anxiety and increased heart rate.
What is a common misconception about osteoporosis in men? - CORRECT
ANSWER While osteoporosis is more common in women, older men can also develop
weak bones.
What happens to bones after menopause? - CORRECT ANSWER Estrogen loss leads
to weaker bones and increased risk of fractures.
What was the impact of the hormone replacement therapy study released in 2001? -
CORRECT ANSWER It caused widespread fear due to its findings on increased breast
cancer risk.
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the recommended calcium level range to avoid cardiac problems after surgery? -
CORRECT ANSWER Eight and a half to eleven and a half.
How often should calcium levels be checked after surgery? - CORRECT
ANSWER Every eight hours.
What should a nurse do when entering a room with a patient on contact isolation? -
CORRECT ANSWER Bring extra supplies for future use and ensure proper hand
washing.
What precautions should be taken when dealing with C-diff patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER Avoid taking these patients to prevent contamination and spread.
What is the first step when a patient shows signs of anaphylaxis? - CORRECT
ANSWER Get the patient to a location where they can receive epinephrine.
What medications are typically administered for anaphylaxis? - CORRECT
ANSWER Epinephrine and Benadryl.
What is the role of epinephrine in treating anaphylaxis? - CORRECT ANSWER It acts
as a vasoconstrictor to decrease swelling and help the airway.
What is the purpose of administering Benadryl during an allergic reaction? - CORRECT
ANSWER To help with swelling and inflammation.
What should a nurse do if they suspect a patient is allergic to something for the first time? -
CORRECT ANSWER Monitor for symptoms like swelling and prepare to administer
emergency medication.
,What should nurses avoid doing with supplies in a contact isolation room? - CORRECT
ANSWER Do not take supplies out of the room to prevent contamination.
Why is it important to wash hands before entering and leaving an isolation room? -
CORRECT ANSWER To prevent the spread of infections like C-diff.
What is a common consequence of not properly managing C-diff patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER It may result in significant academic setbacks for nursing students.
What is a potential risk for a patient who has never experienced a bee sting before? -
CORRECT ANSWER They may not know they are allergic and could experience
severe anaphylaxis.
What should be done if a patient has a severe allergic reaction? - CORRECT
ANSWER Administer IV epinephrine if they are in bad shape.
What is the importance of teaching patients about allergies? - CORRECT ANSWER To
help them recognize and react to potential allergens in the future.
What supplies should be prepared for a patient with an infected wound on isolation? -
CORRECT ANSWER Gloves, four by fours, saline, and possibly a Q-tip.
What is the significance of drawing a counseling level after surgery? - CORRECT
ANSWER To monitor calcium levels and prevent cardiac issues.
What is the potential impact of not recognizing anaphylaxis symptoms? - CORRECT
ANSWER It can lead to life-threatening airway obstruction.
What should nurses do if they are unsure about the supplies needed for a procedure? -
CORRECT ANSWER Bring extra supplies to ensure preparedness.
,How can a nurse help a new nurse in an isolation situation? - CORRECT ANSWER By
providing extra supplies and guidance on what to expect.
What is the recommended action if a patient is experiencing swelling from an allergic
reaction? - CORRECT ANSWER Administer Benadryl to reduce swelling.
What is the critical time frame for administering epinephrine during anaphylaxis? -
CORRECT ANSWER As soon as symptoms are recognized.
What is the risk of not managing a patient's isolation properly? - CORRECT
ANSWER Increased risk of infection spread and complications.
What is the recommended diet for patients with AIDS and a CD4 T-cell count below 200? -
CORRECT ANSWER A high protein diet, along with carbohydrates and a little fat, is
recommended.
What is the significance of a CD4 T-cell count below 200 in AIDS patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER It indicates a serious progression of the disease, as the patient is losing the
battle against the infection.
What natural stimulants can affect blood pressure? - CORRECT ANSWER Caffeine
from coffee, tea, and sodas, as well as nicotine.
Which gender is more likely to suffer from osteoporosis? - CORRECT
ANSWER Females are more likely to suffer from osteoporosis, particularly after
menopause.
What population of females has the highest incidence of hip fractures? - CORRECT
ANSWER White women, particularly older women after menopause.
What are the effects of hormone replacement therapy after menopause? - CORRECT
ANSWER It can increase the risk of breast cancer, leading to concerns about its safety.
, What is a common side effect of natural stimulants like caffeine? - CORRECT
ANSWER They can raise blood pressure and increase heart rate.
What should be avoided in patients with allergies? - CORRECT ANSWER Allergens
such as mold and other substances that may trigger allergic reactions.
What is the role of teaching in managing allergies in children? - CORRECT
ANSWER Parents and caregivers need to be educated about the child's allergies and
how to manage them.
What is a common symptom of patients with advanced AIDS? - CORRECT
ANSWER Nausea and significant weight loss, leading to emaciated skin and bone.
What is the importance of protein in the diet of bedridden patients? - CORRECT
ANSWER Protein is crucial for healing skin breakdown and maintaining overall
health.
What can excessive consumption of energy drinks like Red Bull lead to? - CORRECT
ANSWER It can cause heightened anxiety and increased heart rate.
What is a common misconception about osteoporosis in men? - CORRECT
ANSWER While osteoporosis is more common in women, older men can also develop
weak bones.
What happens to bones after menopause? - CORRECT ANSWER Estrogen loss leads
to weaker bones and increased risk of fractures.
What was the impact of the hormone replacement therapy study released in 2001? -
CORRECT ANSWER It caused widespread fear due to its findings on increased breast
cancer risk.
