MDC 1 Final Exam Questions With Verified Solutions 2024

MDC 1 Final Exam Questions With Verified Solutions 2024 Pt w/ AIDS has an increased risk for opportunistic infections, what are the common types? C. Diff Pneumonia Candida (Thrush) Pt w/RA, what is the goal? Reduce inflammation and improve quality of life What can cause pressure ulcers? Immobility Sheer/Friction Poor Nutrition Excess moisture (incontinence) Ischemia (inadequate blood supply) What is a type 1 hypersensitivity reaction? Anaphylaxis What is an abnormal passage that connects two cavities? Fistula What are the signs of infection? Pain, fever, increased HR, increased vitals, redness, swelling Infection in the wound, what type of drainage? Purulent Pt is bedridden, what measures do you take to decrease risk of pressure injury? Reposition pt every 2 hours pillows under bony prominences Use mechanical lift Pt is incontinent, what do you do to decrease risk of pressure injury? Keep them clean & dry (not overly dry) and do not rub bony prominences How do you perform a neurovascular assessment on a pt with a fracture? Check for: peripheral pulse Edema Temperature Sensation Pallor Skin integrity is NOT part of a NEUROvascular assessment What would you teach an AIDS pt about proper nutrition & hydration? Diet should be high calorie, high protein, and 2-3 L of water What does the Braden Scale evaluate? (select all that apply) sensory perception moisture activity mobility nutrition friction and shear Pt just had surgery, what are they at risk for? Risk for infection, decreased immunity Who/what is the best source of information? The patient When giving a bed bath, on which body party should the nurse begin to work? Head/Face How is systemic lupus treated? With steroids A pt with HIV, what increases their risk for the disease to progress to AIDS? Being re-exposed to the virus A nurse gets a needlestick from a needle used on a pt, what is the first action? Wash hands and flush with water What do you do with a pt with a hearing impairment? Speak slowly and clearly What is inadequate perfusion and