NSG 430 Topic 7 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | LATEST UPDATE
What is systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)? A chronic autoimmune disease characterized by the deposition of immune
complexes in capillary basement membranes of organs, leading to inflammation
and damage.
What is a hallmark sign of systemic lupus erythematosus A photosensitive 'butterfly rash' across the nose and cheeks.
(SLE)?
What laboratory finding is present in approximately 97% Positive antinuclear antibody (ANA).
of clients diagnosed with SLE?
What complication should be suspected in a client with a Fat embolism syndrome (FES).
femur fracture who develops chest pain, dyspnea, and
petechiae?
What clinical manifestation is a medical emergency New onset of bowel or bladder incontinence.
following a lumbar disc herniation?
What finding is consistent with a diagnosis Widespread burning pain and tenderness at specific points.
of fibromyalgia?
What is the primary pathophysiology in A mutation in the dystrophin gene leading to muscle fiber breakdown.
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (MD)?
What diagnostic test is the most definitive for localizing a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
damaged intervertebral disc?
Which of the '6 Ps' is considered an early sign of Paresthesia.
compartment syndrome?
, What is the priority assessment for a client with a Airway patency.
suspected mandible fracture?
What strategy should be included in the 'whole-person' Low-impact aerobic exercise and stretching.
approach for fibromyalgia management?
Which factor contributes to the development of chronic Cigarette smoking.
low back pain?
What evidence-based non-pharmacologic intervention is Mirror therapy.
suggested for 'phantom limb pain'?
What recommendation can improve restorative sleep in a Limiting sugar, caffeine, and alcohol intake.
client with chronic pain?
Which psychological strategy helps moderate the Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
neuroendocrine response to stress in fibromyalgia?
Why is validating a fibromyalgia client's subjective pain It fosters a therapeutic relationship and reduces frustration.
important?
What complementary therapy is suggested to help Acupuncture.
manage spinal stenosis symptoms?
What environmental trigger should clients with SLE Ultraviolet (UV) light.
avoid?
What is the goal of biofeedback for chronic pain Gain voluntary control over physiological responses.
management?
Which statement indicates a need for further education I expect my pain to be 100% gone after one week of rest.
on 'whole-person' management?
What is the highest priority nursing intervention for a Administering prophylactic antibiotics.
client with an open fracture of the tibia?
What is the priority nursing action for clear drainage on a Test the drainage for glucose to check for a CSF leak.
surgical dressing after spinal surgery?
What action is essential to maintain the effectiveness of Ensuring weights hang freely and do not touch the floor.
Buck's traction?
What should a nurse do to prevent hip flexion Place the client in a prone position for 30 minutes several times a day.
What is systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)? A chronic autoimmune disease characterized by the deposition of immune
complexes in capillary basement membranes of organs, leading to inflammation
and damage.
What is a hallmark sign of systemic lupus erythematosus A photosensitive 'butterfly rash' across the nose and cheeks.
(SLE)?
What laboratory finding is present in approximately 97% Positive antinuclear antibody (ANA).
of clients diagnosed with SLE?
What complication should be suspected in a client with a Fat embolism syndrome (FES).
femur fracture who develops chest pain, dyspnea, and
petechiae?
What clinical manifestation is a medical emergency New onset of bowel or bladder incontinence.
following a lumbar disc herniation?
What finding is consistent with a diagnosis Widespread burning pain and tenderness at specific points.
of fibromyalgia?
What is the primary pathophysiology in A mutation in the dystrophin gene leading to muscle fiber breakdown.
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (MD)?
What diagnostic test is the most definitive for localizing a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
damaged intervertebral disc?
Which of the '6 Ps' is considered an early sign of Paresthesia.
compartment syndrome?
, What is the priority assessment for a client with a Airway patency.
suspected mandible fracture?
What strategy should be included in the 'whole-person' Low-impact aerobic exercise and stretching.
approach for fibromyalgia management?
Which factor contributes to the development of chronic Cigarette smoking.
low back pain?
What evidence-based non-pharmacologic intervention is Mirror therapy.
suggested for 'phantom limb pain'?
What recommendation can improve restorative sleep in a Limiting sugar, caffeine, and alcohol intake.
client with chronic pain?
Which psychological strategy helps moderate the Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
neuroendocrine response to stress in fibromyalgia?
Why is validating a fibromyalgia client's subjective pain It fosters a therapeutic relationship and reduces frustration.
important?
What complementary therapy is suggested to help Acupuncture.
manage spinal stenosis symptoms?
What environmental trigger should clients with SLE Ultraviolet (UV) light.
avoid?
What is the goal of biofeedback for chronic pain Gain voluntary control over physiological responses.
management?
Which statement indicates a need for further education I expect my pain to be 100% gone after one week of rest.
on 'whole-person' management?
What is the highest priority nursing intervention for a Administering prophylactic antibiotics.
client with an open fracture of the tibia?
What is the priority nursing action for clear drainage on a Test the drainage for glucose to check for a CSF leak.
surgical dressing after spinal surgery?
What action is essential to maintain the effectiveness of Ensuring weights hang freely and do not touch the floor.
Buck's traction?
What should a nurse do to prevent hip flexion Place the client in a prone position for 30 minutes several times a day.
