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Roles of the Medical- Surgical Nurse (Exam 1) Questions with Accurate Answers
-Biologic (physiologic) need of patients -psychosocial needs (emotional) -cultural and spiritual needs correct answer Med-Surf problems occurs when patient basic needs are not met. Focus is on the role of nurse safely meeting.... (3 things). -duty -breach of duty -causation -damages correct answer 4 things that must be proven in determining negligence: -goals -expected outcomes correct answer What should you always include in the planning part of the nursing process? -problem foc...
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-Biologic (physiologic) need of patients -psychosocial needs (emotional) -cultural and spiritual needs correct answer Med-Surf problems occurs when patient basic needs are not met. Focus is on the role of nurse safely meeting.... (3 things). -duty -breach of duty -causation -damages correct answer 4 things that must be proven in determining negligence: -goals -expected outcomes correct answer What should you always include in the planning part of the nursing process? -problem foc...
Medical-Surgical: Final Practice Questions with Accurate Answers
A community health nurse is reinforcing teaching about melanoma with a group of clients. Which of the following characteristics of lesions associated with melanoma should the nurse include in the teaching? correct answer An irregular border. A home health nurse enters a client's home and finds a used insulin syringe, without a cap, on the table. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? correct answer Place the syringe in a puncture-proof disposal container. A nurse in a pro...
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A community health nurse is reinforcing teaching about melanoma with a group of clients. Which of the following characteristics of lesions associated with melanoma should the nurse include in the teaching? correct answer An irregular border. A home health nurse enters a client's home and finds a used insulin syringe, without a cap, on the table. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? correct answer Place the syringe in a puncture-proof disposal container. A nurse in a pro...
Med Surg Exam 3 – Surgery Questions with Accurate Answers
A patient expresses her anxiety about her upcoming surgical procedure and anesthesia to her nurse. Which is the most appropriate response? A. Tell her, "It's okay; we do this every day." B. Assure her that her fears are normal and encourage her to use her consultation time with the surgeon and anesthesiologist to address her concerns. C. Share a story about your friend who had similar fears prior to her surgery. D. Document her concerns in the chart so that the PACU nurse will exp...
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A patient expresses her anxiety about her upcoming surgical procedure and anesthesia to her nurse. Which is the most appropriate response? A. Tell her, "It's okay; we do this every day." B. Assure her that her fears are normal and encourage her to use her consultation time with the surgeon and anesthesiologist to address her concerns. C. Share a story about your friend who had similar fears prior to her surgery. D. Document her concerns in the chart so that the PACU nurse will exp...
Medical Surgical Nursing NCLEX Prep Study Questions with Accurate Answers
15. A nurse is planning care for a client with a 30% body surface area burn injury. Which statement is true regarding the nutritional status of this client? 1. Decreased protein intake will decrease renal complicatons. 2. Maintaining a hypermetabolic state decreases the client's risk for infection. 3. A hypermetabolic state results in poor healing and increased needs. 4. Controlling the temperature of the environment decreases caloric requirements. correct answer 3. A hypermetabolic state...
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15. A nurse is planning care for a client with a 30% body surface area burn injury. Which statement is true regarding the nutritional status of this client? 1. Decreased protein intake will decrease renal complicatons. 2. Maintaining a hypermetabolic state decreases the client's risk for infection. 3. A hypermetabolic state results in poor healing and increased needs. 4. Controlling the temperature of the environment decreases caloric requirements. correct answer 3. A hypermetabolic state...
Medical-Surgical NCLEX Practice QUIZ with Accurate Answers
A 20-year-old man is admitted to the emergency department after a motor vehicle crash with suspected abdominal trauma. What assessment finding by the nurse is of highest priority? A. Nausea and vomiting B. Hyperactive bowel sounds C. Firmly distended abdomen D. Abrasions on all extremities correct answer - Firmly distended abdomen +Clinical manifestations of abdominal trauma are guarding and splinting of the abdominal wall; a hard, distended abdomen (indicating possible intraabdominal bl...
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A 20-year-old man is admitted to the emergency department after a motor vehicle crash with suspected abdominal trauma. What assessment finding by the nurse is of highest priority? A. Nausea and vomiting B. Hyperactive bowel sounds C. Firmly distended abdomen D. Abrasions on all extremities correct answer - Firmly distended abdomen +Clinical manifestations of abdominal trauma are guarding and splinting of the abdominal wall; a hard, distended abdomen (indicating possible intraabdominal bl...
Med Surg Exam 1-3 Practice Questions with Accurate Answers
A home health nurse is assessing an older adult client who has decreased vision due to a history of glaucoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a safety risk? A. Use of a microwave for cooking B. Loose rugs are present in the kitchen C. Handrails are present in the bathroom D. Electrical cords are placed along the walls correct answer B A new graduate RN is experiencing passive - aggressive behavior from a seasoned registered nurse (RN) at work. The RN is tellin...
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A home health nurse is assessing an older adult client who has decreased vision due to a history of glaucoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a safety risk? A. Use of a microwave for cooking B. Loose rugs are present in the kitchen C. Handrails are present in the bathroom D. Electrical cords are placed along the walls correct answer B A new graduate RN is experiencing passive - aggressive behavior from a seasoned registered nurse (RN) at work. The RN is tellin...
Med Surg 1 Questions with Accurate Answers
1. A patient is being admitted to the hospital on the day before a scheduled surgery. What is the most appropriate initial question for the nurse to ask this preoperative patient? a) "What did your surgeon say to you about the type of surgery you are having?" b) "What questions do you have about your surgery?" c) "What type of surgery are you having and why are you having it done?" d) "What do you know about what will be done to you?" correct answer c) "What type o...
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1. A patient is being admitted to the hospital on the day before a scheduled surgery. What is the most appropriate initial question for the nurse to ask this preoperative patient? a) "What did your surgeon say to you about the type of surgery you are having?" b) "What questions do you have about your surgery?" c) "What type of surgery are you having and why are you having it done?" d) "What do you know about what will be done to you?" correct answer c) "What type o...
Exam 2 Med Surg Questions with Accurate Answers
(couldn't find a question) Careful hand washing and safe disposal of soiled dressings are the best means of preventing spread of skin problems. You are in a position to provide patient education regarding the management of pruritus, topical application of medications, and proper skin care. Factors affecting the outcome of long-term dermatological problems include skin type, history of previous exacerbation, family history, complications, intolerance to therapy, environmental factors...
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(couldn't find a question) Careful hand washing and safe disposal of soiled dressings are the best means of preventing spread of skin problems. You are in a position to provide patient education regarding the management of pruritus, topical application of medications, and proper skin care. Factors affecting the outcome of long-term dermatological problems include skin type, history of previous exacerbation, family history, complications, intolerance to therapy, environmental factors...
CHAPTER 1: FOUNDATIONS FOR MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE ANSWERS
The medical-surgical nurse assumes care for a patient who is receiving continuous cardiopulmonary monitoring. Which actions by the nurse enhance safety for this patient? Select all that apply. 1) Silencing the alarm during family visitation 2) Assessing the alarm parameters at the start of the shift 3) Responding to the alarm in a timely fashion 4) Decreasing the alarm volume to enhance restful sleep 5) Adjusting alarm parameters based on specified practitioner prescription correct answer...
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The medical-surgical nurse assumes care for a patient who is receiving continuous cardiopulmonary monitoring. Which actions by the nurse enhance safety for this patient? Select all that apply. 1) Silencing the alarm during family visitation 2) Assessing the alarm parameters at the start of the shift 3) Responding to the alarm in a timely fashion 4) Decreasing the alarm volume to enhance restful sleep 5) Adjusting alarm parameters based on specified practitioner prescription correct answer...
Med-Surg Practice Questions with Accurate Answers
A 25-year-old male presents to the trauma center after a motor vehicle collision. The nurse is assessing the client and notes the abdomen to be distended with bruising around the umbilicus. Which of the following diagnostics would the nurse anticipate the physician ordering for the client? Select all that apply. 1. CBC (complete blood count) 2. Blood type and cross match 3. Urine drug screen 4. Thyroid profile 5. RA factor correct answer: 1; 2; 3 Rationale: The diagnostic tests ...
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A 25-year-old male presents to the trauma center after a motor vehicle collision. The nurse is assessing the client and notes the abdomen to be distended with bruising around the umbilicus. Which of the following diagnostics would the nurse anticipate the physician ordering for the client? Select all that apply. 1. CBC (complete blood count) 2. Blood type and cross match 3. Urine drug screen 4. Thyroid profile 5. RA factor correct answer: 1; 2; 3 Rationale: The diagnostic tests ...
WGU Orientation Review Questions with Accurate Answers
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Maryville NURS 640 Exam 3 Part 1 Questions With Accurate Answers
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