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Herzing University NSG 223 Med Surg II Final Exam
Newest 2025/2026 Complete Questions And Correct Detailed
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A 45-year-old construction worker presents with a rotator cuff injury.
Which finding would the nurse expect?
A. Weakness and pain when lifting the arm
B. Inability to flex the wrist
C. Crepitus with knee movement
D. Morning stiffness relieved by activity
A. Weakness and pain when lifting the arm
Which findings are expected in a client with osteomyelitis? Select all
that apply.
A. Fever and chills
B. Localized bone pain
C. Increased white blood cell count
D. Pink, moist incision site
E. Swelling and redness at the affected area
A. Fever and chills
B. Localized bone pain
C. Increased white blood cell count
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E. Swelling and redness at the affected area
A nurse prepares discharge teaching for a patient with osteoporosis.
Which statement by the patient indicates understanding?
A. "I will take my calcium supplements at bedtime with milk."
B. "I should perform weight-bearing exercise regularly."
C. "I should avoid sunlight exposure to reduce bone loss."
D. "Smoking has no effect on my bones."
B. "I should perform weight-bearing exercise regularly."
A patient with a suspected compartment syndrome has the following
findings: severe pain, pale skin, absent pulses, and numbness in the limb.
What is the nurse's PRIORITY?
A. Elevate the extremity above heart level
B. Apply ice packs to the limb
C. Loosen or remove restrictive dressings/cast
D. Administer opioid analgesics
C. Loosen or remove restrictive dressings/cast
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A nurse is caring for a patient with suspected fat embolism after a long-
bone fracture. Which finding is MOST concerning?
A. Crackles in lungs and dyspnea
B. Mild headache
C. Low-grade fever
D. Bruising around incision site
A. Crackles in lungs and dyspnea
A patient reports pain, tingling, and weakness in the hands from carpal
tunnel syndrome. Which diagnostic test would confirm the diagnosis?
A. X-ray
B. Nerve conduction study
C. MRI of wrist
D. Arthroscopy
B. Nerve conduction study
The nurse teaches a client with gout about dietary modifications. Which
food should the client AVOID?
A. Skim milk
B. Broccoli
C. Organ meats
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D. Apples
C. Organ meats
Which nursing intervention is appropriate after a below-the-knee
amputation?
A. Encourage elevation of the stump for the first 24 hours
B. Position client supine with stump flat at all times
C. Avoid range-of-motion exercises until wound heals
D. Keep stump dependent to improve circulation
A. Encourage elevation of the stump for the first 24 hours
A 69-year-old client with severe osteoarthritis asks how to reduce
morning stiffness. The BEST response is:
A. "Apply cold packs to the joints immediately upon waking."
B. "Take your pain medication first thing in the morning."
C. "Do gentle stretching and warm shower before activity."
D. "Avoid activity until late afternoon."
C. "Do gentle stretching and warm shower before activity."
Herzing University NSG 223 Med Surg II Final Exam
Newest 2025/2026 Complete Questions And Correct Detailed
Answers (Verified Answers) |Brand New Version!!
A 45-year-old construction worker presents with a rotator cuff injury.
Which finding would the nurse expect?
A. Weakness and pain when lifting the arm
B. Inability to flex the wrist
C. Crepitus with knee movement
D. Morning stiffness relieved by activity
A. Weakness and pain when lifting the arm
Which findings are expected in a client with osteomyelitis? Select all
that apply.
A. Fever and chills
B. Localized bone pain
C. Increased white blood cell count
D. Pink, moist incision site
E. Swelling and redness at the affected area
A. Fever and chills
B. Localized bone pain
C. Increased white blood cell count
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E. Swelling and redness at the affected area
A nurse prepares discharge teaching for a patient with osteoporosis.
Which statement by the patient indicates understanding?
A. "I will take my calcium supplements at bedtime with milk."
B. "I should perform weight-bearing exercise regularly."
C. "I should avoid sunlight exposure to reduce bone loss."
D. "Smoking has no effect on my bones."
B. "I should perform weight-bearing exercise regularly."
A patient with a suspected compartment syndrome has the following
findings: severe pain, pale skin, absent pulses, and numbness in the limb.
What is the nurse's PRIORITY?
A. Elevate the extremity above heart level
B. Apply ice packs to the limb
C. Loosen or remove restrictive dressings/cast
D. Administer opioid analgesics
C. Loosen or remove restrictive dressings/cast
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A nurse is caring for a patient with suspected fat embolism after a long-
bone fracture. Which finding is MOST concerning?
A. Crackles in lungs and dyspnea
B. Mild headache
C. Low-grade fever
D. Bruising around incision site
A. Crackles in lungs and dyspnea
A patient reports pain, tingling, and weakness in the hands from carpal
tunnel syndrome. Which diagnostic test would confirm the diagnosis?
A. X-ray
B. Nerve conduction study
C. MRI of wrist
D. Arthroscopy
B. Nerve conduction study
The nurse teaches a client with gout about dietary modifications. Which
food should the client AVOID?
A. Skim milk
B. Broccoli
C. Organ meats
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D. Apples
C. Organ meats
Which nursing intervention is appropriate after a below-the-knee
amputation?
A. Encourage elevation of the stump for the first 24 hours
B. Position client supine with stump flat at all times
C. Avoid range-of-motion exercises until wound heals
D. Keep stump dependent to improve circulation
A. Encourage elevation of the stump for the first 24 hours
A 69-year-old client with severe osteoarthritis asks how to reduce
morning stiffness. The BEST response is:
A. "Apply cold packs to the joints immediately upon waking."
B. "Take your pain medication first thing in the morning."
C. "Do gentle stretching and warm shower before activity."
D. "Avoid activity until late afternoon."
C. "Do gentle stretching and warm shower before activity."
