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Question 1 of 75
1. Question
1 point(s)All of the following can cause tachycardia except:
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Question 2 of 75
2. Question
1 point(s)Palpating the midclavicular line is the correct technique for assessing:
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Question 3 of 75
3. Question
1 point(s)The absence of which pulse may not be a significant finding when a patient is admitted to the hospital?
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Question 4 of 75
4. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following patients is at greatest risk for developing pressure ulcers?
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Question 5 of 75
5. Question
1 point(s)The physician orders the administration of high-humidity oxygen by face mask and placement of the patient in a high Fowler’s position. After assessing Mrs. Paul, the nurse writes the following nursing diagnosis: Impaired gas exchange related to increased secretions. Which of the following nursing interventions has the greatest potential for improving this situation?
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Question 6 of 75
6. Question
1 point(s)The most common deficiency seen in alcoholics is:
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Question 7 of 75
7. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following statements is incorrect about a patient with dysphagia?
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Question 8 of 75
8. Question
1 point(s)To assess the kidney function of a patient with an indwelling urinary (Foley) catheter, the nurse measures his hourly urine output. She should notify the physician if the urine output is:
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Question 9 of 75
9. Question
1 point(s)Certain substances increase the amount of urine produced. These include:
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Question 10 of 75
10. Question
1 point(s)A male patient who had surgery 2 days ago for head and neck cancer is about to make his first attempt to ambulate outside his room. The nurse notes that he is steady on his feet and that his vision was unaffected by the surgery. Which of the following nursing interventions would be appropriate?
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Question 11 of 75
11. Question
1 point(s)A patient has exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) manifested by shortness of breath; orthopnea: thick, tenacious secretions; and a dry hacking cough. An appropriate nursing diagnosis would be:
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Question 12 of 75
12. Question
1 point(s)Mrs. Lim begins to cry as the nurse discusses hair loss. The best response would be:
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Question 13 of 75
13. Question
1 point(s)An additional Vitamin C is required during all of the following periods except:
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Question 14 of 75
14. Question
1 point(s)A prescribed amount of oxygen is needed for a patient with COPD to prevent:
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Question 15 of 75
15. Question
1 point(s)After 1 week of hospitalization, Mr. Gray develops hypokalemia. Which of the following is the most significant symptom of his disorder?
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Question 16 of 75
16. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following nursing interventions promotes patient safety?
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Question 17 of 75
17. Question
1 point(s)Studies have shown that about 40% of patients fall out of bed despite the use of side rails; this has led to which of the following conclusions?
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Question 18 of 75
18. Question
1 point(s)Examples of patients suffering from impaired awareness include all of the following except:
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Question 19 of 75
19. Question
1 point(s)The most common injury among elderly persons is:
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Question 20 of 75
20. Question
1 point(s)The most common psychogenic disorder among elderly person is:
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Question 21 of 75
21. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following vascular system changes results from aging?
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Question 22 of 75
22. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following is the most common cause of dementia among elderly persons?
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Question 23 of 75
23. Question
1 point(s)The nurse’s most important legal responsibility after a patient’s death in a hospital is:
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Question 24 of 75
24. Question
1 point(s)Before rigor mortis occurs, the nurse is responsible for:
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Question 25 of 75
25. Question
1 point(s)When a patient in the terminal stages of lung cancer begins to exhibit loss of consciousness, a major nursing priority is to:
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Question 26 of 75
26. Question
1 point(s)Which element in the circular chain of infection can be eliminated by preserving skin integrity?
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Question 27 of 75
27. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following will probably result in a break in sterile technique for respiratory isolation?
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Question 28 of 75
28. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following patients is at greater risk for contracting an infection?
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Question 29 of 75
29. Question
1 point(s)Effective handwashing requires the use of:
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Question 30 of 75
30. Question
1 point(s)After routine patient contact, handwashing should last at least:
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Question 31 of 75
31. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following procedures always requires surgical asepsis?
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Question 32 of 75
32. Question
1 point(s)Sterile technique is used whenever:
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Question 33 of 75
33. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following constitutes a break in sterile technique while preparing a sterile field for a dressing change?
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Question 34 of 75
34. Question
1 point(s)A natural body defense that plays an active role in preventing infection is:
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Question 35 of 75
35. Question
1 point(s)All of the following statement are true about donning sterile gloves except:
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Question 36 of 75
36. Question
1 point(s)When removing a contaminated gown, the nurse should be careful that the first thing she touches is the:
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Question 37 of 75
37. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following nursing interventions is considered the most effective form for universal precautions?
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Question 38 of 75
38. Question
1 point(s)All of the following measures are recommended to prevent pressure ulcers except:
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Question 39 of 75
39. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following blood tests should be performed before a blood transfusion?
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Question 40 of 75
40. Question
1 point(s)The primary purpose of a platelet count is to evaluate the:
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Question 41 of 75
41. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following white blood cell (WBC) counts clearly indicates leukocytosis?
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Question 42 of 75
42. Question
1 point(s)After 5 days of diuretic therapy with 20mg of furosemide (Lasix) daily, a patient begins to exhibit fatigue, muscle cramping, and muscle weakness. These symptoms probably indicate that the patient is experiencing:
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Question 43 of 75
43. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following statements about chest X-rays is not true?
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Question 44 of 75
44. Question
1 point(s)The most appropriate time for the nurse to obtain a sputum specimen for culture is:
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Question 45 of 75
45. Question
1 point(s)A patient with no known allergies is to receive penicillin every 6 hours. When administering the medication, the nurse observes a fine rash on the patient’s skin. The most appropriate nursing action would be to:
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Question 46 of 75
46. Question
1 point(s)All of the following nursing interventions are correct when using the Z-track method of drug injection except:
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Question 47 of 75
47. Question
1 point(s)The correct method for determining the vastus lateralis site for I.M. injection is to:
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Question 48 of 75
48. Question
1 point(s)The mid-deltoid injection site is seldom used for I.M. injections because it:
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Question 49 of 75
49. Question
1 point(s)The appropriate needle size for insulin injection is:
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Question 50 of 75
50. Question
1 point(s)The appropriate needle gauge for intradermal injection is:
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Question 51 of 75
51. Question
1 point(s)Parenteral penicillin can be administered as an:
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Question 52 of 75
52. Question
1 point(s)The physician orders gr 10 of aspirin for a patient. The equivalent dose in milligrams is:
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Question 53 of 75
53. Question
1 point(s)The physician orders an IV solution of dextrose 5% in water at 100ml/hour. What would the flow rate be if the drop factor is 15 gtt = 1 ml?
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Question 54 of 75
54. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following is a sign or symptom of a hemolytic reaction to blood transfusion?
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Question 55 of 75
55. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following conditions may require fluid restriction?
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Question 56 of 75
56. Question
1 point(s)All of the following are common signs and symptoms of phlebitis except:
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Question 57 of 75
57. Question
1 point(s)The best way of determining whether a patient has learned to instill ear medication properly is for the nurse to:
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Question 58 of 75
58. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following types of medications can be administered via gastrostomy tube?
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Question 59 of 75
59. Question
1 point(s)A patient who develops hives after receiving an antibiotic is exhibiting drug:
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Question 60 of 75
60. Question
1 point(s)A patient has returned to his room after femoral arteriography. All of the following are appropriate nursing interventions except:
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Question 61 of 75
61. Question
1 point(s)The nurse explains to a patient that a cough:
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Question 62 of 75
62. Question
1 point(s)An infected patient has chills and begins shivering. The best nursing intervention is to:
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Question 63 of 75
63. Question
1 point(s)A clinical nurse specialist is a nurse who has:
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Question 64 of 75
64. Question
1 point(s)The purpose of increasing urine acidity through dietary means is to:
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Question 65 of 75
65. Question
1 point(s)Clay-colored stools indicate:
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Question 66 of 75
66. Question
1 point(s)In which step of the nursing process would the nurse ask a patient if the medication she administered relieved his pain?
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Question 67 of 75
67. Question
1 point(s)All of the following are good sources of vitamin A except:
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Question 68 of 75
68. Question
1 point(s)Which of the following is a primary nursing intervention necessary for all patients with a Foley Catheter in place?
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Question 69 of 75
69. Question
1 point(s)The ELISA test is used to:
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Question 70 of 75
70. Question
1 point(s)The two blood vessels most commonly used for TPN infusion are the:
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Question 71 of 75
71. Question
1 point(s)Effective skin disinfection before a surgical procedure includes which of the following methods?
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Question 72 of 75
72. Question
1 point(s)When transferring a patient from a bed to a chair, the nurse should use which muscles to avoid back injury?
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Question 73 of 75
73. Question
1 point(s)Thrombophlebitis typically develops in patients with which of the following conditions?
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Question 74 of 75
74. Question
1 point(s)In a recumbent, immobilized patient, lung ventilation can become altered, leading to such respiratory complications as:
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Question 75 of 75
75. Question
1 point(s)Immobility impairs bladder elimination, resulting in such disorders as:
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