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. The 21 nursing problems →FAYE ABDELLAH
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. You, as the nurse, are thinking of a nursing diagnosis
1 B. The 14 components of basic nursing care → VIRGINIA
for the client. Which of the followingnursing diagnosesis HENDERSON
most appropriate? C. Human-to-human relationship → JOYCE TRAVELBEE
D. The conservation principles → MYRA LEVINE
. Impaired physical mobility
A
B. Unilateral neglect . Which of the following nursing theorists emphasizes the
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C. Activity intolerance establishment of anurse-client relationship?
D. Sleep pattern disturbance
. Jean Watson → THEORY HUMAN CARING
A
. During the first 24 hours of admission, apriority
2 B. Hildegard Peplau
assessmentthat you should consider is? C. Josephine Paterson → HUMANISTIC THEROY
D. Martha Rogers
. Health behaviors prior to the injury
A
B. Urinary elimination patterns . Central to this nursing theory is promotingbehavioral
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C. Risk assessment for vascular disease responseswhich affect health. This theory is called?
D. Pupil size and pupillary response
. Conservation Principles
A
. Performing a functional status assessment before and
3 B. Roy’s Adaptation Model
after the CVA is crucial for whatreason? C. Interpersonal Theory
D. Humanistic Theory
. It helps the client internalize his physical limitations.
A
B. Functional status prior to the insult helps assess 0. What nursing theory explores the assumption of a
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prognosis. patient who may be wholly or partially dependent on the
C. It helps the patient expect to regain much of his healthcare provider or caregiver?
abilities.
D. It serves as a guide for the rehabilitation plan. . Self-Care Deficit Theory
A
B. Conservation Principles
. The physician-in-charge orders potassium via IV. Which
4 C. Humanistic Theory
of the following nursing actionswarrants immediate D. 21 Nursing Problems
attention?
1. The theory of Florence Nightingale focuses on which
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. Agitating the bag prior to hooking it up to prevent bolus
A core principle?
administration.
B. Diluting the potassium in normal saline. . A clean and safe environment will facilitate
A
C. Administering the potassium via IV push. favorable patient outcomes.
D. Changing the IV insertion site every 72 hours or B. Mutual trust and respect for other humans are
sooner if there is phlebitis. essential to nursing care.
C. Self-care and therapeutic touch are valuable.
. You observe that while treating a patient with
5 D. A good relationship between the patient and the nurse
hypokalemia, none of the interventions to raise the should be dynamic.
potassium level are working. Which pertinent patient
assessment is significant to this situation? ituation:Patient ABC is admitted in hospice care.She
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is in the terminal phase of ovarian cancer. You are
. The patient has chronic insomnia.
A assigned to take care of Patient ABC and her family. The
B. The patient has a recent severe leg fracture. following questions apply.
C. The patient uses estrogen.
D. The patient abuses laxatives.
. If a patient has hypokalemia, which of the following
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food choices is thebest potassium source?
. White rice – 35 MG
A
B. Corn → 368 MG
C. Broccoli → 316 MG
D. Lima beans →508 MG
ituation:Nursing theories are vital in advancing
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frameworks that guide and improve the delivery of care.
Nurse Urielle, the head nurse of Ward X, called for a staff
development meeting.
. Which nursing theory emphasizes thedelivery of
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nursing care for the whole individual in order to achieve
the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual
needs of the patient and the family?
2. Which of the followingsigns of imminent death or
1 . Shields the kidney cells from chemotherapeutic
C
active dyingis observable in these patients? adverse effects.
D. Prevents decreased red blood cell, white blood cell,
. Euphoria
A and platelet counts due to chemotherapy.
B. Uncontrollable pain
C. Clinical depression 8. The patient who is receiving IL-2 complains of
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D. Inability to swallow symptoms that may indicate an adverse reaction to the
drug. Which of the following symptoms is ofutmost
3. As a knowledgeable nurse, you are aware that which
1 priorityfor the nurse to report?
of the following choices is acardiovascular signof
imminent death? . Generalized body aches
A
B. Dyspnea
. A significant increase in heart rate
A C. Decreased appetite
B. A rise in blood pressure D. None of the above
C. Increased peripheral circulation
D. Diminished volume of Korotkoff sounds 9. As a knowledgeable nurse, you should be aware that
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the patient who is receiving IL-2 therapy may manifest
4. For a patient who is in the terminal stage of illness,
1 physiologic changessuch as?
the mostappropriate lighting sourcewould be?
. Integumentary changes
A
. Softened, sufficient lighting that is enough to
A B. Skeletal changes
distinguish people’s faces. C. Neurologic changes
B. Fluorescent, to prevent harsh and possibly scary D. Metabolic changes
shadows.
C. Dim–near darkness–to prevent sensory overload. 0. While charting, you note that the patient has a nursing
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D. None of the above. diagnosis of “Risk for injury related to side effects of
chemotherapy”. Which of these options is an appropriate
5. As a nurse who applies collaboration into clinical
1 outcome for this diagnosis? The patient will…
practice, with whom should you work with in addressing
spiritual needs of the patient? . Demonstrate productive and adaptive behaviors
A
indicative of problem-solving ability.
. Psychologist
A B. Demonstrate knowledge of rationale for chemotherapy
B. A fellow nurse or doctor who is also very religious and treatment plan.
C. Hospital chaplain C. Experience toxic effects of chemotherapy.
D. Members of a religious organization D. Remain free from infection.
6. With the help of a hospice pastoral care team, you
1 ituation:Nurse Fifi is conducting a qualitative,
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determine the spiritual needs of your patient. Which of the phenomenological research study on the stigma of AIDS
following information is relevant to take note? and its effect on patients with AIDS. Last week, she was
able to recruit 6 participants: 3 teenage boys and 3
I. he patient’s religious traditions and beliefs
T teenage girls.
II. Whether the patient acknowledges a god or a
significant deity in her life 1. The most appropriate method to use in collecting data
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III. Values, priorities, and cultural beliefs of family about these participants is?
members
IV. A spiritual group or community where the patient . Observation
A
belongs in B. Survey questionnaire
C. Focus group discussion
. i and iv
A D. Individual interviews
B. i, ii, and iv
C. i and ii 2. The most appropriate sampling method for this study
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D. i, ii, iii, and iv is?
ituation:You are caring for a patient diagnosedwith
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A
metastatic renal carcinoma who is receiving Interleukin-2 B. Stratified
(IL-2) as part of his therapy. The following questions C. Random
apply. D. Snowball →IF SENSITIVE ANG TOPIC
7. In educating the patient about the purpose of the
1 3. Based on the study design, the findings of the study
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therapy, which of the following is correct about should be formulated through which methodological
Interleukin–2? process?
. Forcibly enters malignant cells in their resting phase
A . Assigning themes and drawing out meanings from
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into mitosis. the statements of the participants
B. Increases the patient’s immunologic defenses B. Defining answers of the male and female participants
against tumor cells. C. Identifying answers through percentages
. Effectively summarizing the insights of the participants
D 0. Nurse Thalia is interacting with her patients in a
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from one sex, and comparing them to the insights of face-to-face setting upon admission. Which level of
participants to another sex, before finally concluding a communication is she exhibiting?
universal meaning for both sexes
XTRAPERSONAL– HUMAN BEING TO NON-HUMAN
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4. From whom should Nurse Fifi obtain the informed
2 INTERPERSONAL– AMONG 2 OR MORE PEOPLE
consent for this study? ORGANIZATIONAL– AMOING THE ORGANIZATION
MASSCOMMUNICATION– AMONG THE MASS
. From the six participants
A
B. From the six participants and their parents . Verbal
A
C. From the parents of the participants B. Public communication
D. From the six participants and their available relatives C. Intrapersonal
D. Interpersonal
5. Which of the following is anunrecommended action
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for Nurse Fifi if she plans to listen to the tape recordings? ituation:To ensure the integrity of data withina
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healthcare institution, proper recordkeeping should be
. Look into the pauses of the participants while
A employed by the organization to safeguard both
speaking. employees and patients.
B. Analyze the voice tone and voice infection.
C. Listen to the audio recordings as soon as possible. 1.Incident reportsshould be collected for the day.This
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D. Listen to the audio recordings when she feels more should be backed up by due process and investigation, as
motivatedto do work. scheduled by the Quality Department. Once the
investigation is through, what happens to the incident
ituation:In any interaction, communication is avital tool
S reports?
that facilitates therapeutic outcomes.
. Summarized monthly and stored in a secure cabinet
A
6. In a conversation, nurses should not only be active
2 file.
listeners. They should also validate what has been said to B. Classified by date for easy access.
them by the patient and/or the patient’s significant others. C. Completed and stored in an open, easily-accessed
All but one are the importance of validation: cabinet.
D. Put on top of the manager’s desk for easy traceback.
. Validation assists in verifying the meaning behind the
A
thought. 2. Daily charts are collated every three nights across
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B. For cognitively impaired patients, validation helps in different departments. The night shift nurse should do the
extracting important data. followingexcept:
C. Perception affects how a message is interpreted.
D. Eye contact does not necessarily equate to a . Arrange and bind the charts as they are.
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meaningful message. B. See that the charts are complete.
C. Tape and repair torn pages.
7. When a nurseinitiates the transactionof thoughtsand
2 D. Ensure the correct order of the charts.
messages, he employs which element of communication?
3. Once the patient record reaches the medical records,
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. Message
A the assigned employee should?
B. Initiator
C. Sender . Bind the charts as soon as possible.
A
D. Channel B. Check for completeness of the charting of doctors and
nurses.
8. If the nurse is encountering a patient who is
2 C. Separate the medicolegal charts →LEGAL ASPECT
distressed about her condition, what is the best means to D. Store the charts in their respective shelves.
show effective communication?
4. For how long are charts stored in theMedical
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. Sharing
A Records? → LIFETIME
B. Empathizing
C. Sympathizing and analyzing . 1-3 years
A
D. Listening B. 5-10 years
C. 3-5 years
9. The following are valid reasons for the nurse to
2 D. 1-5 years
continue to work on her communication skills. Which is
the exception? 35. For how long aremedicolegal chartsstored?
. Promulgates threat between her and the patient.
A . 5 years
A
B. Decreases incidents of legal issues. B. 8 years
C. Gets a higher evaluation rating on care delivery. C. 10 years
D. Brings change that uplifts the well-being of patients. D. 10 years after the case is closed
ituation:Misconceptions and questions about HIV-AIDS
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are still rampant globally. Thus, nurses should
take a proactive action on health education for patients 1. Which of the following statements canhelp alleviate
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and their significant others. Mimi, 34 years old, married, Kate's worries?
has been recently diagnosed with the disease.
. "I understand your feelings. My sister underwent a
A
6. Mimi knows about the mother-to-child transmission of
3 similar surgery half a year ago."
HIV. She asked the nurse when this transmission B. "Rest assured, I believe your husband and children
happens. The nurse is correct if she answers the following will be understanding."
statements,except? C. "It's advantageous that you had the surgery while you
were on vacation."
. In utero
A D. "Believe that something greater awaits you from God;
B. During typical contact keep holding onto hope."
C. During breastfeeding
D. During the birthing process 2. What would be the most appropriate response from
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the nurse to alleviate Mariel's concern about choking and
7. Mimi asked the nurse about preventive measures
3 losing the ability to speak due to the tracheostomy tube?
which lower the risk of transmitting HIV. Nurse Celia tells
her that themost effective material for a male condom . "The tracheostomy tube is temporary and mainly for
A
that can decrease the transmission of HIV is? managing excessive secretions."
B. "Rest assured, choking won't happen because
. Lambskin
A your food doesn't pass through the tracheostomy
B. Polyurethane → PRONE TO BREAK tube."
C. Latex → BEST PROTECTION AGAINST HIV C. "You mentioned feeling anxious about choking and
D. Non-latex speech difficulties due to your tracheostomy tube and
NGT, is that correct?"
8. Mrs. Mimi’s CD4 lymphocyte count was obtained and
3 D. "No need to worry; I'll provide you with a pencil and
it was revealed that her results werebelow 200 notepad for communication."
cells/cumm. She asks Nurse Celia what this means.
Nurse Celia is correct when she answers? 3. Which of the following statements made by the client
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preparing for surgery indicates a lack of understanding or
TAGE I – CD4 COUNTS>500 CELLS
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STAGE II – CD4 COUNTS200-499 CELLS
STAGE III – CD4 COUNTS<200 CELLS . "I must ensure my consent is signed before the
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surgery."
. It may be worrisome but immediate attention is not a
A B. "It's crucial for me to keep my ID bracelet on during the
requirement. surgery."
B. It is slightly below normal so there’s nothing to worry C. "I should take Valium to relax before the surgery."
about. D. "I don't need to follow nothing by mouth
C. The results are still within normal limits. guidelines."
D. She has Stage 3 HIV-AIDS.
4. Leslie, a 36-year-old who recently had a right breast
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9. As an evidence-based nurse, Nurse Celia counsels
3 mastectomy, informs you that shefeels nauseated.What
Mrs. Mimi that the preventative method of HIV that isnot should be your primary course of action?
totally realisticis which?
. Reassure Leslie that nausea can be a common side
A
. HIV testing
A effect of anesthesia.
B. Behavioral interventions and modifications B. Position Leslie on her side and prepare an emesis
C. Promoting linkages to treatment centers basin.
D. Complete abstinence C.Recommend consulting the anesthesiologist and
obtaining an antiemetic prescription.
0. Nurses who are at risk for HIV exposure require
4 D. Assess Leslie's vital signs.
post-exposure prophylaxis. In these options, PEP is
described accurately with which exception? 5. While assessing Matet, who recently had a partial
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gastrectomy, you noticed her blood pressure decreased
. The medication must be taken within 72 hours of
A from 118/70 mmHg to 90/60 mmHg. You suspectearly
exposure. signs of hypovolemia and early shock. What shouldbe
B. 2-3 antiretroviral drugs must be taken, as prescribed. your initial action?
C. Drugs must be taken for 28 days.
D. Drugs must be taken for at least a week → . Monitor her heart rate and respiratory rate for a full
A
EVERYDAY FOR 28 DAYS; STARTED WITHIN 72 minute.
HOURS B. Examine her surgical incision site and check the
nasogastric tube drainage for signs of bleeding.
ituation:Kate, a 28-year-old woman who is marriedand
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has two children, recently underwent a left breast with her legs elevated.
mastectomy. She is deeply worried about how this surgery D. Raise the oxygen inhalation rate to 6 liters per minute.
will impact her husband and her family.
6. Garreth, who recently had an exploratory laparotomy,
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has been transferred to the surgical unit. You
ccompanied Garreth and provided an endorsement to
a . Imbalance nutrition: less than body requirement
C
Noah, the nurse in charge of his care on the surgical floor. related to surgery
Arrange the following interventions in order of priority: D. Non-compliance to incision care related to knowledge
deficit
. Assess breathing and initiate oxygen inhalation if
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necessary. 1. Which of the following dietary recommendations
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2. Evaluate the surgical site and examine the wound would be suitable for the nurse to provide to Susan upon
drainage.→3RD her discharge?
3. Assess the level of consciousness, orientation, and
extremity mobility.→4TH . Low purine, high protein diet
A
4. Connect all drainage tubes to the appropriate drainage B. High fat, high carbohydrate diet
system and continuously monitor them.→1ST C. Low fat, high protein diet
5. Monitor vital signs and take note of skin color, D. High protein, high carbohydrate diet
temperature, and the time of the last pain medication
administration.→2ND ituation:Aling Aida, aged 78, experienced a thrombotic
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6. Evaluate pain levels, pain characteristics, and the time, stroke three months ago, resulting in left-sided weakness
type, and route of the last pain medication administered. and difficulty swallowing. During her admission to the
medical ward, she mentioned weight loss, and her
. 2, 4, 3, 5, 6, 1
A daughter added that her mother had not consumed any
B. 4, 2, 6, 5, 1, 3 food in the last 24 hours.
C. 4, 5, 2, 3, 6, 1
D. 5, 4, 2, 6, 1, 3 2. A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube
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has been recently inserted to deliver specialized
ituation:Susan, a 38-year-old dressmaker, sought
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emergency medical attention because of intense feeding, thehead of the bedshould be raised to a
abdominal discomfort, accompanied by nausea and minimum of _______.
vomiting. She displayed signs of anxiety and irritability.
Her vital signs are as follows: Blood pressure: 180/96 . 30 degrees
A
mmHg, Pulse rate: 100 bpm, Respiratory rate: 34 cpm. B. 50 degrees
C. 75 degrees
7. What should be theprimary responseof the nurse
4 D. 80 degrees
regarding the patient's previous complaints?
3. Patients receivingenteral feeding typically facea risk
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. Immediately contact the physician
A of _______.
B. Advise the patient to lie down and rest
C. Provide the patient with reassuring words of comfort . Aspiration
A
D. Prepare the required intravenous fluids B. Abdominal distention
C. Nausea
8. Susan has been admitted for a suspected gallbladder
4 D. Infection
issue and has been scheduled for anultrasound. What
health teaching should you provide before the diagnostic 4. When providing feedings directly into the stomach, it
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procedure? is crucial to regularly monitorgastric residual volumes
every_____.4-6 HOURS
. Fast overnight
A
B. Consume fruits and coffee before the procedure . Every 6-8 hours
A
C. Drink a glass of water before the test → PELVIC UTZ B. Twice a day
C. Once a day
9. The physician has informed the patient that she is
4 D. Every 2 months
scheduled for a cholecystectomy with bile duct
exploration. What is the immediate nursing care required 5. If the gastric residual volume isless than 500mL, the
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when the client has aT-tube? nurse should:
. Examine for bleeding at the tube site
A 500 ML– STOP AND REFER
>
B. Evaluate the color and volume of drainage during each 250-500 ML– CONTINUE FEEDNG & CHEC Q 4HRS
shift IF>250 ML– REFER TO DR
C. Empty the contents of the tube drainage bag once >500 ML– SHOULD NEVER BE RETURNED
daily *** WE NEVER STOP FEEDING UNLESS ORDERED
D. Perform tube irrigation with an antiseptic solution
. Promptly alert the doctor
A
0. What is your primarynursing diagnosisimmediately
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following the surgery? C. Wait for an additional hour and reevaluate the residual
volume
. Impaired skin integrity related to altered biliary
A D. Pause enteral feeding and reevaluate the patient's
drainage tolerance
B. Acute pain and discomfort about self-care related to
knowledge deficit 6. Among the common issues faced by patients
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undergoing tube feeding,diarrheais a concern. Insuch
ases, the primary nursing response should include all of
c . Ensuring client safety
A
the followingexcept: B. Increasing staffing levels
C. Maintaining confidentiality
. Investigate potential medications contributing to
A D. Ensuring an ample supply of pain relief medications
diarrhea
B. Switch to a high-fiber formula as prescribed 3. Nurse Jeline collaborates with other healthcare
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C. Administer the feeding at room temperature professionals. She recognizes that an interdisciplinary
D. Temporarily suspend the formula or water intake care plan encompasses:
ituation:The nurse admits a 28-year-old male patient
S . All nursing staff members who provide input into the
A
who incurred burns while assisting in extinguishing a fire care plan
at a neighbor's residence. B. Both the physicians and nurses involved in patient
care
7. The nurse notes that the client has burns that involve
5 C. The client's explicit preferences and advance
the entire surface of both arms and the front of the trunk. directives
The nurse calculates the percentage of burned surface D. Contributions from all disciplines involved in the
area using the rule of nines, which is: patient's care
. 18%
A 4. Nurse Jeline recognizes that implementing quality
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B. 36% measures in the unit leads to cost savings in patient care.
C. 40% The following are examples ofinefficient resource
D. 45% utilization,except: (+)
8. The client is in pain, and the nurse understands that
5 . The time nurses spend searching for missing supplies
A
during the initial 24 hours following a burn injury,pain is or laboratory results
managed by providing: B. Delays in client discharge caused by a lack of
coordination among staff
. Narcotics injected into non-burned tissues viaIM
A C. The time nurses invest in documenting client
B. Intravenous narcotic medications treatments, medications, and outcomes
C. Tepid baths and oral morphine D. The expenses associated with overtime pay due to
D. Liquid narcotics delivered through a nasogastric tube unfilled positions
9. The nurse examines the client'sstool for hiddenblood
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to evaluate the presence of which of the following medical What is the objective of aworkload budget?
conditions?
ORKLOAD– AMOUT T OF WORK THAT IS
W
. Intestinal ileus
A EXPECTED TO DO
B. Stress ulcers →CURLING’S ULCERS BUDGET– FINANCIAL PLAN
C. Gastric irritation
D. Bleeding related to bowel distention . Quantity of work generated by a department,
A
measured in units of service used to calculate
0. The doctor conductsenzymatic debridementon the
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client. The nurse will then evaluate the client for: B. The mean number of patients attended to in a day
over a specified time frame
. Increased fluid loss
A C. Gathers statistics on present activity, with a focus on
B. Allergic reactions the number of units of service provided
C. Serum electrolyte imbalance
D. Bleeding from the burned area 6. Nurse Jeline implements a quality management
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program known as Lean Six Sigma, which centers on
1. The nurse administers atetanus vaccinationtoa
6 enhancing process efficiency and eliminating
client when the client has ______: inefficiencies. The following statementsaccuratelyreflect
resource management,except:
. Open wounds with a significant amount of
A
embedded debris . Healthcare professionals aim to minimize errors and
A
B. Third-degree burns enhance client safety
C. Second-degree burns with open blisters B. Effective planning is a crucial element of resource
D. Received a vaccination within the past6 YRS→10 management
C. Typically, augmenting nursing staff leads to improved
ituation:Nurse Jeline serves asthe charge nursein a
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trauma unit. She employs management principles to D. Waste occurs when a unit allocatesfewer
enhance the quality of patient care, with a particular focus resources than needed → MORE
on optimizing resource utilization and managing the
patient's environment effectively. ituation:An8-year-old girl, accompanied by her parents,
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visits the outpatient department due to complaints of pain
2. Nurse Jeline recognizes that environmental factors
6 in her ankles, feet, and knees. The initial diagnosis upon
have a significant impact on patient care. The nurse's admission isJuvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA).
primary priority for the patient is ________: →NO CURE!
7. The parents express their concerns to the nurse
6 2. The nurse comprehends that individuals with chronic
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regarding their child's disease outcome. Based on her heart failure experience the most significant mood swings
knowledge of the condition, the nurse should clarify that: when they:
. Typically, as the child grows into adulthood, the
A . Simultaneously suffer from other cardiovascular
A
disease tends to advance and may lead to debilitating conditions
rheumatoid arthritis B. Harbor uncertainties regarding the progression of their
B. In the majority of cases involving children, the disease illness
enters a state of permanent remission C. Encounter challenges in maintaining their
C. While many children experience extended periods of employment
remission, they may also suffer from severe deformities D. Previously enjoyed highly active lifestyles
and a decline in their physical function
D. The majority of affected children typically achieve 3. A term referring to a chronic state of depression
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full recovery within a few years wherein the individual encounters fewer than five
depressive symptoms persisting for a duration of two
8. Which nursing diagnosis formulated by the nurse is
6 years is called _____.
suitable for a young child diagnosed with JRA?
. Minor depression
A
. Impaired Physical Mobility
A B. Major depression
B. Impaired Swallowing C. Dysthymia
C. Ineffective Airway Clearance D. Depression psychosis
D. Total Incontinence
4. The research examined various factors, including
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9. The mother inquires of the nurse about the
6 physiological interventions for individuals experiencing
appropriate course of action to take upon noticing her both heart failure and depression, in addition to
child'swithdrawn behavior. The nurse's recommendation psychological and psychotherapeutic approaches. The
would be to: findings revealed that psychosocial and
psychotherapeutic interventions:
. Offer support and understanding to her child
A
B. Facilitate interactions with other children who have . May not be preferred by the majority of clients
A
JRA B. Require a longer duration to achieve effectiveness
C. Allocate additional time to spend with the child while C. Demonstrate reduced effectiveness
less time for her other children D. Tend to exacerbate dyspnea
D. Arrange a meeting with the school guidance counselor
for her child ituation:The nurse manager responsible for the
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medical and surgical units conducts a reorientation
0. Which of the statements below accurately describe
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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA)? members regarding the proper procedures for reporting
and documenting any incidents that might occur within
. JRA is the predominant chronic condition among
1 the units.
individuals under 16 years old
2.The disease typically begins around the age of8 and 5. The nurse manager informs the staff that the reasons
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tends to peak during puberty for writing incident reports include all of the following
3. Initial symptoms are often referred to as growing pains exceptfor:
4. Methotrexate (MTX) is generally more effective in
treating JRA in children compared to adults . Enhancing the quality of nursing services
A
B. Providing an objective account of unexpected events
. 1 & 2
A C. Taking disciplinary action
B. 1, 3 & 4 D. Documenting and conducting follow-up procedures
C. 1, 2, 3 & 4
D. 2 & 3 ituation:The nurse provides care to a cohort ofpatients
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who have different forms of cancer and are undergoing
ituation:The nurse analyzes the results of a recent
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study, which indicated that while individuals with
depression may face an increased risk of heart failure, 6. A drug is administered to a client as part of aPhase 1
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those who have cardiovascular disease are more likely to clinical trial. The nurse presumes that the cancer:
experience symptoms of depression.
1. The study also uncovers that major depression is
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most commonly found among which of the following
groups:
. Males
A
B. Females
C. Individuals under the age of 60
. Is not covered by the client's insurance, along with its
A
D. Individuals aged 60 and above
treatment
. Is unresponsive to established cancer treatments
B D. Pruritus and edema around the eyes and ankles
C. Is deviating from the anticipated disease progression
D. Is small in size and less severe 2. The nurse conducts a physical examination. What
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assessment outcomes would the nurse anticipate in a
7. APhase II→EFFECTIVENESSclinical trial
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medication is administered to a patient diagnosed with
lung cancer. Which of the following represents a suitable . Sore throat, bone and joint aches
1
evaluation of the medication by the course? 2. Diarrhea or sudden constipation
3. Focal pain in the lower left region
. Identification of the highest tolerated dosage
A 4. Tensing of the abdominal wall muscles
B. Characterization of the nature and extent of adverse
reactions . 1 & 3
A
C. Appraisal of the overall efficacy of the medication B. 1, 3 & 4
D. Description of how the medication measures up C. 1, 2, 3 and 4
against established treatment protocols D. 2 & 4
8. The nurse responsible for a patient with animplanted
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radiation sourceshould minimize their own radiation the pain has disappeared and their abdomen no longer
exposure by implementing which of the subsequent hurts, the nurse might suspect that:
methods?
. The appendix has ruptured
A
. Restricting the duration of proximity to the patient to
A B. The child is anxious about undergoing surgery
thirty minutes per eight-hour shift C. The child seeks additional attention
B. Utilizing a radiation meter or film badge to monitor D. The child encounters challenges in effectively
radiation exposure communicating their pain
C. Maintaining a six-foot distance from the patient except
when providing hands-on care 4. The client's diagnosis has been verified, and an
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D. Donning a lead-shielded apron upon entering the appendectomy is scheduled. Preoperative nursing care
patient's room →REDUCE SELF EXPOSURE involves which of the following:
9. For a 30-year-old patient with an implanted radiation
7 . Applying warm compresses to the child's abdomen to
A
source, which of the following nursing tasks takes alleviate discomfort
precedence? B. Administering a prescribed laxative
C. Evaluating bowel activity through the assessment
. Mitigate radiation-related skin issues
A of abdominal distension and listening to bowel
B. Evaluate the client's response to diagnosis and sounds
treatment D. Positioning the child on their left side to aid in
C. Encourage regular physical activity during localizing and preventing the spread of infection
confinement
D.Ensure the client and others are protected from 5. The nurse readies the child for surgery. Which of the
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unnecessary radiation exposure → SAFETY! following nursing actions should the nurse undertake?
0. The nurse tending to a patient with a temporary
8 . Providing clear fluids
A
radioactive cervical implant shouldrefrainfrom whichof B. Applying warmth to the abdominal area
the following actions? C. Administering an enema as prescribed
D. Ensuring that the child remains in complete bed
. Leaving the client's bedding in a laundry hamper in the
A rest
hospital corridor → IV/IM UNSEALED
B. Spending an hour conversing with the client by the ituation:Engaging in research is an essential pursuit
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bedside that nurses must undertake to make meaningful
C.Flushing the toilet only once after emptying the client's contributions to the field of nursing science.
bedpan
D. Administering analcohol-based mouthwashfor the 6. What type of design is employed when a nurse
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client's oral hygiene researcher collectsdata at multiple time points overan
extended period?
ituation:A male child, aged 10, has been admittedto
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the surgical department's pediatric unit at Hospital X due . Time-related
A
to complaints of pain in the lower right abdomen. The B. Time-sequenced
preliminary diagnosis suggests acute appendicitis. C. Cross-sectional
D. Longitudinal
1. Which of the subsequent signs and symptoms is most
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likely to manifest in a client suffering fromappendicitis? 7. Which type of research design is indicated when a
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research studyincludes interventionsand binding?
. Convulsions, fluctuations in weight
A
B. Elevated body temperature, feelings of nausea, . Descriptive
A
and vomiting B. Non-descriptive
C. Sore throat, bone and joint aches C. Experimental
D. Phenomenological . Draw a line through the sentence, make the
C
correction above it
8. Which of the following statements is theleast
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descriptiveof a qualitative research design?
4. Which of the following statements isincorrect
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. It is flexible and elastic
A concerning record-keeping?
B. Gather1data from collection strategy →MULTIPLE
C. Strives for an understanding of the whole strategy . Neglecting it could serve as evidence of professional
A
D. Researchers become involved misconduct
B. It is an optional task to be completed when
9. Qualitative researchers should select participants who
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align most effectively with the study's objectives. Who C. It is a professional practice tool that aids in delivering
among the following individuals is themost suitable quality care
choice? D. It is a fundamental part of a nurse's professional duties
. Cooperative community members
A 5. The QA nurse routinely performs an audit of medical
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B. Those who are readily available and thus convenient records. Theprimary objective of conducting an audit
for the researcher within a healthcare facility is to:
C. Individuals capable of articulating and reflecting on
their experiences with the phenomenon . Detect errors made by healthcare personnel
A
D. Individuals referred by friends B. Identify areas for enhancement
C. Verify compliance with established standards
0. In research, a"full understanding"should begrasped
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by the nurse researcher as:
ituation:Prior to Ruru's surgery, health education
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. Ensuring that the participants' safety is not
A sessions are arranged for him and his family. The health
compromised education plan focuses on achieving weight gain through
B. Clearly elucidating the study, encompassing risks a diet rich in protein and calories, and it is being prepared
and benefits by the nurse.
C. Upholding the participants' right to make voluntary
decisions 6. The nurse ensures that which of the followinggroups
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D. Avoiding any exploitation of the information shared by should be present and actively participate in the
the participants educational program?
ituation:Effective record management is crucialwithin
S . Patient, family members, and significant others
A
any healthcare facility. It is the nurse's responsibility to B. Patient, student nurses, and interns
ensure that the task is carried out with utmost care and C. Head nurse and family members
attention. D. New staff nurses and nursing aides from the unit
1. Nurse Pauline, while working in the medical unit, is
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instructed touse abbreviations that adhereto the which of the following components? Select all that apply.
following criteria:
I. Objectives
. Automatically utilized to save valuable time
A II. Content and allotment
B. Minimized in usage across all units III. Teaching and learning resources
C. Part of the hospital's approved standard list IV. Evaluation criteria
D. Avoided altogether to prevent potential
misinterpretations . I, II, and III
A
B. I, III, and IV
2. Amistakein record-keeping can occur due to illegible
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handwriting. In such a situation, what should the nurse D. I, II, III, and IV
do?
8. To facilitate a simpler and more comprehensible
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. Seek assistance from a senior nurse to clarify the
A implementation of the plan, the nurse conveys it using
order which of the following?
B. Consult the resident-on-duty at the nurses' station for
interpretation . A lecturer
A
C. Contact the physician who issued the order B. A colleague
D. Report the lapse to the Quality Assurance Committee C. Colorful illustrations
D. Printed content on cartolina
3. When a nurse makes an error in the progress notes,
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the most appropriate course ofactionis: 9. Prior to finalizing and implementing the staff nurse's
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education plan, it is most advisable to have it reviewed by
. Cross out the error repeatedly to ensure it becomes
A the:
unreadable and then sign
B. Delete the erroneous phrase or sentence, make the . Head Nurse
A
correction above it, and sign B. Nurse Supervisor
. Chief Nurse
C
D. Medical Director
00. Throughout the implementation process, the nurse
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should ensure a _____ to facilitate better understanding
of the teachings.
. Suitable time and location
A
B. Lecture beginning at 11:00 AM
C. Novice as a contributor
D. Serious lecturer