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NUR 2063 Pathophysiology Chapter 9, 10, 11 Test with Questions and Answers The condition where fat-containing substances are deposited on the coronary artery lumens causing a narrowing is a. congestive heart failure. b. cerebral artery disease. c. ischemia. d. coronary artery disease. ANSWER coronary artery disease The procedure where a catheter with a balloon is threaded into a coronary artery and expanded to compress the plaque and widen the lumen is called a. coronary artery b...

Essentials of Pathophysiology Chapter 1 Concepts of Health and Disease Exam with Questions and Answers The nurse documents which assessment data as a symptom? a) Report of pain b) Elevated temperature c) Pinpoint pupil size d) Enlarged lymph node ANSWER a) Report of pain A symptom is a subjective complaint that is noted by the person with a disorder, whereas a sign is a manifestation that is noted by an observer. A report of pain is a symptom, which is a subjective complaint. Temper...

NUR 2474 Pharm Exam 2 with Questions and Answers A patient is taking enalapril (Vasotec). The nurse understands that patients taking this type of drug for heart failure need to be monitored carefully for: natremia. tension. kalemia. alemia. ANSWER kalemia. One of the principal effects of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors is hyperkalemia, which is due to decreased aldosterone release arising from blockage of angiotensin II. There is no indication that careful monitoring ...

NUR 2474 Pharmacology Module 10 with Questions and Answers How can we promote medication adherence with older adults? ANSWER Through drug history including all prescriptions, OTC, vitamins, supplements, herbals, and remedies Age related changes and response Therapeutic communication needed with privacy Have to ensure they can maintain a level of independence when taking medications and completing ADLs Simple drug regimen Clear labels and instructions Reminders Support system like fami...

NUR 4040 Chapter 18 Leadership and Management in Nursing Exam with Q and A Which benefit is provided to nurses by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with the electronic record? a. Recommending courses of treatment b. Anticipating patient needs c. Allowing higher patient loads d. Providing patient education ANSWER a. Recommending courses of treatment Which example demonstrates the ethical challenge around digital technology? a. Trauma patient treated with NSAIDs after a narcotic...

NUR 2474 Pharmacology Final Exam with Questions and Answers A nurse is preparing to give medications to four geriatric patients who are all taking multiple medications. Which patient is most likely to have an adverse drug reaction related to increased drug effects? a.Obese patient b.Patient with decreased serum creatinine c.Patient with chronic diarrhea d.Thin patient with a chronically low appetite ANSWER d.Thin patient with a chronically low appetite A nurse is teaching a group of...

NUR 2356 Exam with Questions and Answers A patient preparing to insert her prescribed vaginal suppository is reviewing the procedure with the nurse. Which statement made by the patient alerts the nurse that further explanation is required? A-"I need to urinate before I put the suppository in." B-"I'll watch television for the half hour I have to lie still after I put this in." C-"I have a tampon ready to insert after the suppository to catch any drips." D-"I need...

NUR 2356 Midterm Exam with Questions and Answers The parents of a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis call the clinic nurse because the child is experiencing a painful exacerbation of the disease. The parents ask the nurse if the child can skip range of motion exercises today. The nurse should make which response that is accurate and most therapeutic? a. "Encourage the child to swim or perform low impact range of motion once this painful period goes away later in the day or after the...

NUR 4040 Midterm Exam with Questions and Answers Limited knowledge of changing patient acuity is a disadvantage of which type of scheduling method? a. Decentralized b. Centralized c. Budget-based I. Self-scheduling ANSWER b Which action by the manager would indicate successful delegation of scheduling? a. Asks the nurse to fill out a paper schedule for later entry into the computerized schedule. b. Reviews the schedule to ensure staffing guidelines were followed. c. Adjusts it afte...

NUR 4040 Exam 2 with Questions and Answers Which goal is a component of the Triple Aim framework for delivering high-value healthcare in the United States? a. Improve the individual experience of care b. Decrease the amount of caregiver burnout c. Increase the number of experienced providers d. Decrease the incidence of emerging diseases ANSWER a Which principle was the focus of the revision to the Quadruple Aim framework in 2022? a. Cost containment b. Health equity c. Patient ...

NUR 4040 Exam 2 with Questions and Solutions Which goal is reasonable and achievable for a new nurse manager? a. Increase patient satisfaction from the 10th percentile to the 90th percentile in the next 30 days. b. Achieve 90% compliance with bedside shift report in the next 90 days. c. Achieve zero patient cardiac arrests in the next 6 months. d. Achieve 15% reduction in patient falls over the next 2 years. ANSWER b Which strategy would be effective for sharing readmission rates with s...

NUR 4040 Chapter 3 Leadership and Management in Nursing Exam with Q and A Which nurse manager's action would require further guidance by leadership? a. Creating competency folders to track staff training b. Observing staff and document competency c. Encouraging staff to complete training outside of the facility d. Mandating attendance at facility skills fair ANSWER c. Encouraging staff to complete training outside of the facility According to the state board of nursing, the nurse m...

NUR 4040 Chapter 16 Leadership and Management in Nursing Exam with Q and A Which response by the nurse demonstrates an effective communication technique when receiving blame for a patient's fall? a. "I think I acted as most other nurses would." b. "I feel that you are holding me responsible for an accident." c. "I want to explain what happened." d. "I will be sure to do better next time." ANSWER b. "I feel that you are holding me responsible for an accident....

NUR 4040 Chapter 9 Nursing and Management in Nursing Exam with Q and A Which organization has been granted deeming authority by the CMS to accredit acute care healthcare organizations? Select all that apply. a. The Joint Commission (TJC) b. The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) c. The Compliance Team (TCT) d. Det Norske Veritas Germanischer Lloyd Healthcare, Inc (DNV GL Healthcare) e. National Dialysis Accreditation Commission (NDAC) f. Occupational Safety and Health Administratio...

NUR 265 Endocrine Review Exam with Questions and Answers Analyze the following diagnostic findings for your patient with type 2 diabetes. Which result will need further assessment? A) BP 126/80 B) A1C 9% C)FBG 130mg/dL D) LDL cholesterol 100mg/dL ANSWER "B) A1C 9% Rationale: Lowering hemoglobin A1C (to average of 7%) reduces microvascular and neuropathic complications. Tighter glycemic control(normal A1C < 6%) may further reduce complications but increases hypoglycemia risk....

NUR 265 Exam with Questions and Answers 32. Amitriptyline (Elavil) is prescribed for a diabetic patient with peripheral neuropathy who has burning foot pain occurring mostly at night. Which information should the nurse include when teaching the patient about the new medication? a. Amitriptyline will help prevent the transmission of pain impulses to the brain. b. Amitriptyline will improve sleep and make you less aware of nighttime pain. c. Amitriptyline will decrease the depression caused ...

NUR 265 Exam 1 with Questions and Answers A newly diagnosed type 1 diabetic patient likes to run 3 miles several mornings a week. Which teaching will the nurse implement about exercise for this patient? a. "You should not take the morning NPH insulin before you run." b. "Plan to eat breakfast about an hour before your run." c. "Afternoon running is less likely to cause hypoglycemia." d. "You may want to run a little farther if your glucose is very high." ANSWER ...

NUR 265 Exam with Questions and Solutions "A nurse is teaching a group of certified nursing assistants (CNAs) about blood glucose monitoring. Which finding indicates that the CNA understands how to use a blood glucose meter? ANSWER Demonstrating correct technique "During preoperative teaching for a client who will undergo a subtotal thyroidectomy, the nurse should include which statement? ANSWER You must avoid hyperextending your neck after surgery. "During a follow-up visit ...

Nur 265 Cardiovascular Exam with Questions and Answers Hypertension ANSWER Management of Common Side Effects of Antihypertensives • Altered Potassium Level (High or Low) - Eat foods high in potassium if low (Salmon, tuna, raw codfish, banana, apples, oranges, raisins, strawberries, avocado, beef, beef liver, pork, chicken, ham, cauliflower, celery, mushroom, peas, potato, spinach, tomato) - Physician may prescribe supplements if low - Monitor levels as ordered • Weakness, Drowsiness...

NUR 265 Exam 1 with Questions and Verified Answers The nurse working in a rehab is assisting a client who had an MI to increase activity tolerance. Which of the following client symptoms indicates a need to stop the clients current activity ANSWER Systolic bp has decreased from 126/96 to 106/68mmhg The nurse has received a prescription to increase a clients dopamine drip from 3mcg/kg/min to 5mcg/kg/min. The concentration of dopamine is 400mg/250ml D5W and the client weighs 235lbs. What wo...