NUR 2092 HEALTH ASSESSMENT quiz 1 2020/2021

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE HEALTH ASSESSMENT NUR 2092 EXAM QUIZ 1 • Question 1 1 out of 1 points Which statement defines dementia? Selected Answer: a gradual progressive decrease in cognition which is not reversible Answers: a) a gradual progressive decrease in cognition which is not reversible b) acute confusional change which resolves with treatment c) being aware of one’s existence or feelings d) unwanted persistent thoughts or impulses • Question 2 1 out of 1 points During an interview, the nurse notes that the patient gets up several times to wash her hands even though they are not dirty. This is an example of: Selected Answer: compulsive disorder. Answers: a) social phobia. b) compulsive disorder. c) generalized anxiety disorder. d) posttraumatic stress disorder • Question 3 1 out of 1 points Which of the following is an example of a first-level priority problem? Selected Answer: An individual with shortness of breath and respiratory distress Answers: a) A patient with postoperative pain b) A newly diagnosed diabetic who needs diabetic teaching c) An individual with a small laceration on the sole of the foot d) An individual with shortness of breath and respiratory distress • Question 4 1 out of 1 points A patient drifts off to sleep when she is not being stimulated. The nurse can arouse her easily when calling her name, but she remains drowsy during the conversation. The best description of this patient’s level of consciousness would be: Selected Answer: lethargic. Answers: a) lethargic. b) obtunded. c) stuporous. d) semi alert. • Question 5 1 out of 1 points A 45-year-old woman is brought to the emergency department with a head injury after her car hit a tree. A few months after recovering from her injuries, she is unable to learn new information or recall previously learned information. This is an example of: Selected Answer: amnestic disorder. Answers: a) mania. b) agnosia. c) dementia. d) amnestic disorder.