NSG 1400 Exam #2 Questions and Answers| New Update with 100% Correct Answers
The ability to receive and interpret stimuli is a priority for what human need? Safety
A patient voices an understanding of instructions about furosemide (Lasix) when he makes
which statement? "If I notice ringing in my ears, I will call the doctor."
The nurse is surveying the assisted living facility regarding safety features for patients with
sensory deficits. Which are the most appropriate accommodations? Fire and smoke alarms
with sound and flashing lights
The nurse is teaching a family about sensory alterations. The nurse needs to provide additional
teaching if a family member makes which statement? "My cousin has autism, and I am going
to hug him more so he understands how much I care."
Which nursing diagnoses for patients with sensory perceptual variances may be included in a
plan of care? (Select all that apply.) Impaired mobility, Altered nutrition that is less than
body requirements, Risk for injury
A community health nurse is preparing a course on protecting cognitive function. Which
population group should the nurse target for teaching? Older male adults with diabetes
A 90-year-old patient is admitted to the hospital. Shortly after admission, the family notices
that the patient is exhibiting disorientation and agitation. When the family asks the nurse about
the behavior, the nurse states that the patient is at risk for developing which common
complication of hospitalization in older adults? Delirium
The nurse is reviewing the needs of a patient with cognitive impairment. What is the priority
concern the nurse should address? Supervising medication administration
, A patient recently admitted to the hospital has been diagnosed with delirium. The family of the
patient asks the nurse to explain what delirium is. How should the nurse respond? Delirium
is reversible with treatment of the underlying cause.
The nurse is establishing a therapeutic environment for a patient admitted with dementia and
influenza. Which intervention would be important for the nurse to implement? Provide a
quiet environment in a private room.
Lack of mobility in a child may interfere with which developmental milestone? Intellectual
and psychomotor function
A nurse observes a patient walking in the hall. Which assessment is the nurse able to complete?
Gait and balance
Which nutrients are critical for the musculoskeletal development during infancy, childhood, and
adolescence? Protein and calcium
The nurse is reviewing skin care for immobilized patients with an unlicensed assistive
employee. The nurse knows the employee understands the importance of skin care when
making which statement? "Proper care of the skin is important because the immobilized
patient is at high risk for breakdown."
Patients who are immobile often experience which emotions? (Select all that apply.)
Anxiety, Anger, and Helplessness
A woman fell while sweeping her driveway and sustained a tissue injury. She describes her
condition as an aching, throbbing back. Which term best describes this type of pain?
Nociceptive pain
A retired schoolteacher is interested in nondrug, mind-body therapies, self-management, and
alternative strategies to deal with joint discomfort from rheumatoid arthritis. Based on her
expressed wishes, which options should the nurse suggest for her plan of care? Using music
The ability to receive and interpret stimuli is a priority for what human need? Safety
A patient voices an understanding of instructions about furosemide (Lasix) when he makes
which statement? "If I notice ringing in my ears, I will call the doctor."
The nurse is surveying the assisted living facility regarding safety features for patients with
sensory deficits. Which are the most appropriate accommodations? Fire and smoke alarms
with sound and flashing lights
The nurse is teaching a family about sensory alterations. The nurse needs to provide additional
teaching if a family member makes which statement? "My cousin has autism, and I am going
to hug him more so he understands how much I care."
Which nursing diagnoses for patients with sensory perceptual variances may be included in a
plan of care? (Select all that apply.) Impaired mobility, Altered nutrition that is less than
body requirements, Risk for injury
A community health nurse is preparing a course on protecting cognitive function. Which
population group should the nurse target for teaching? Older male adults with diabetes
A 90-year-old patient is admitted to the hospital. Shortly after admission, the family notices
that the patient is exhibiting disorientation and agitation. When the family asks the nurse about
the behavior, the nurse states that the patient is at risk for developing which common
complication of hospitalization in older adults? Delirium
The nurse is reviewing the needs of a patient with cognitive impairment. What is the priority
concern the nurse should address? Supervising medication administration
, A patient recently admitted to the hospital has been diagnosed with delirium. The family of the
patient asks the nurse to explain what delirium is. How should the nurse respond? Delirium
is reversible with treatment of the underlying cause.
The nurse is establishing a therapeutic environment for a patient admitted with dementia and
influenza. Which intervention would be important for the nurse to implement? Provide a
quiet environment in a private room.
Lack of mobility in a child may interfere with which developmental milestone? Intellectual
and psychomotor function
A nurse observes a patient walking in the hall. Which assessment is the nurse able to complete?
Gait and balance
Which nutrients are critical for the musculoskeletal development during infancy, childhood, and
adolescence? Protein and calcium
The nurse is reviewing skin care for immobilized patients with an unlicensed assistive
employee. The nurse knows the employee understands the importance of skin care when
making which statement? "Proper care of the skin is important because the immobilized
patient is at high risk for breakdown."
Patients who are immobile often experience which emotions? (Select all that apply.)
Anxiety, Anger, and Helplessness
A woman fell while sweeping her driveway and sustained a tissue injury. She describes her
condition as an aching, throbbing back. Which term best describes this type of pain?
Nociceptive pain
A retired schoolteacher is interested in nondrug, mind-body therapies, self-management, and
alternative strategies to deal with joint discomfort from rheumatoid arthritis. Based on her
expressed wishes, which options should the nurse suggest for her plan of care? Using music
