Jersey College MedSurg 1 RN Final Exam Questions and Answers.

Jersey College MedSurg 1 RN Final Exam
Questions and Answers
Question 1
Physiological clinical manifestations that increase airway resistance. (4)
Correct Answer
mucous plugs
inflammation
loss of lung elasticity
bronchoconstriction



Question 2
analgesic that could lead to acute renal failure in patients with volume depletion or
who take it for chronic pain
Correct Answer
NSAIDS



Question 3
These drugs inhibit osteoclastic activity and promote calcium deposition into bone.
Correct Answer
bisphosphonates (alendronate)



Question 4
Check renal function prior to administering ______.
Correct Answer
Potassium




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,Question 5
In the setting of long term hypothyroidism, thyroid replacement could trigger which
two cardiovascular problems?
Correct Answer
angina and dysrhythmias



Question 6
In the setting of diabetes insipidus, a dilute urine's specific gravity is expected to be?
Correct Answer
1.001-1..005



Question 7
Leading cause of death following organ transplant.
Correct Answer
infection



Question 8
Classic signs of adrenocortical hormone deficit
Correct Answer
hypoglycemia
hypotension
hyponatremia
hyperkalemia



Question 9
Place patient in what position to prevent aspiration in the setting of mechanical
ventilation, altered consciousness, or tube feedings?
Correct Answer
elevate the HOB 30-45 degrees




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,Question 10
For hepatitis B and C what precautions should be observed?
Correct Answer
standard precautions



Question 11
consists of cartoon faces that the patient selects to report their pain
Correct Answer
Wong-Baker FACES Scale (ages 3+)



Question 12
S/S Cushing's Disease
Correct Answer
buffalo hump
striae
HTN
hypernatremia
hyperglycemia
hypokalemia



Question 13
In the management of cardiovascular disease what diet should be ordered?
Correct Answer
low sodium
low fat
low cholesterol



Question 14
moves fluid from the intravascular compartment to the intercellular compartment
Correct Answer
hydrostatic pressure




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, Question 15
Absorption of topical corticosteroids is increased when applied to skin that is ____ or
_____ or when __________________________________ is applied.
Correct Answer
when applied to skin that is thin or moist, or when an occlusive dressing is applied



Question 16
Parenteral nutrition should not be used if it is ______ or ______________.
Correct Answer
oily or contains precipitate



Question 17
Pain stimulates the sympathetic nervous system. What physiologic effects does this
have on the body?
Correct Answer
SNS Response:
increased BP, HR, RR***
pupils dilate
bronchodialation
vasodilation of cardiac vessels
vasoconstriction of peripheral vessels
inhibits GI/GU (peristalsis)



Question 18
T/F - All patients need to be NPO prior to surgery.
Correct Answer
False



Question 19
What BMI considers a person underweight?
Correct Answer
less than 18.5




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