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A nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for an older adult client who had a stroke 4 weeks ago
and who is unable to move independently. The nurse should monitor for which of the following
complications of immobility?
A. A reddened area over the sacrum
B. Stiffness in the lower extremities
C. Difficulty moving the upper extremities
D. Difficulty hearing some types of sounds - CORRECT ANSWER-A
A nurse is assessing a client who has carpal tunnel syndrome. The nurse should expect which of
the following findings?
A. Decreased radial pulse
B. Positive Chvostek's sign
C. Cool extremities
D. Positive Phalen's sign - CORRECT ANSWER-D
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following knee arthroplasty and has a
continuous passive motion (CPM) machine. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A. Store the CPM machine on the floor when not in use.
B. Use a special pillow to rotate the affected knee internally.
C. Set the CPM to fully flex the knee joint.
D. Apply ice to the operative knee. - CORRECT ANSWER-D
A nurse is conducting a primary survey of a client who has sustained life-threatening injuries due
to a motor-vehicle crash. Identify the sequence of actions the nurse should take.
A. Perform a Glasgow Coma Scale assessment.
B. Establish IV access.
C. Open the airway using a jaw-thrust maneuver.
D. Determine effectiveness of ventilator efforts.
,E. Remove clothing for a thorough assessment. - CORRECT ANSWER-C, D, B, A, E
A nurse is preparing a community presentation about repetitive motion injuries. Which of the
following occupations should the nurse identify as increasing a client's risk for carpal tunnel
syndrome?
A. Truck driver
B. Nursing assistant
C. Elementary school teacher
D. Assembly line worker - CORRECT ANSWER-D
What is an anticholinergic medication used to treat Parkinson disease?
A. Benzotropine mesylate (Cogentin)
B. Diphenhydramine hydrochloride (Benadryl)
C. Orphenadrine citrate (Banflex)
D. Phenindamine hydrochloride (Neo-Synephrine) - CORRECT ANSWER-B
Which nursing approach is most helpful to a patient with Parkinson's disease who is experiencing
a freezing gait with difficulty initiating movement?
A. Pull the patient forward to initiate walking
B. Instruct the patient to use a wheelchair
C. Have the patient remain still
D. Tell the patient to march in place - CORRECT ANSWER-D
At what time of day should the nurse encourage a patient with Parkinson's disease to schedule the
most demanding physical activities to minimize the effects of hypokinesia?
A. Early in the morning, when the patient's energy level is high
B. To coincide with the peak action of drug therapy
C. Immediately after a rest period
D. When family members will be available - CORRECT ANSWER-B
Which goal is the most realistic for a client diagnosed with Parkinson's disease?
A. To cure the disease
, B. To stop progression of the disease
C. To begin preparations for terminal care
D. To maintain optimal body funciton - CORRECT ANSWER-D
What is radiculopathy?
A. A progressive organic mental disorder characterized by personality changes, confusion,
disorientation, and deterioration of intellect associated with impaired memory and judgement
B. A disease, process, or condition that lead to deterioration of normal cells or function of the
nervous system
C. A disease of a spinal nerve root, often resulting in pain and extreme sensitivity to touch
D. Ankylosis or stiffening of the cervical or lumbar vertebrae - CORRECT ANSWER-C
What are the risk factors for Osteoporosis? Select all that apply.
A. Postmenopausal women
B. Diet low in calcium and vitamin D
C. Men under the age of 40
D. Patients with diets low in protein - CORRECT ANSWER-A, B
Which population is at risk for spinal cord injury?
A. Males account for 80% of patients with SCI
B. Children
C. Young females
D. Patients with a sedentary lifestyle - CORRECT ANSWER-A
The nursing is conducting a health screening for osteoporosis. Which client is at greatest risk for
developing this condition?
A. A 25-year-old woman who runs
B. A 36-year-old man who has asthma
C. A 70-year old man who consumes excessive alcohol
D. A sedentary 65-year-old woman who smokes cigarettes - CORRECT ANSWER-D