NURS 2790 NURSE PRACTICE EXAM 2 QUESTIONS
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▪ A nurse is assessing clients who have intravenous therapy prescribed.
Which assessment finding for a client with a peripherally inserted central
catheter (PICC) requires immediate attention?
a. The initial site dressing is 3 days old.
b. The PICC was inserted 4 weeks ago.
c. A securement device is absent.
d. Upper extremity swelling is noted.
▪ A nurse assesses a client's peripheral IV site, and notices edema
and tenderness above the site. Which action should the nurse take
next?
a. Apply cold compresses to the IV site.
b. Elevate the extremity on a pillow.
c. Flush the catheter with normal saline.
d. Stop the infusion of intravenous
fluids.
▪ While assessing a client's peripheral IV site, the nurse observes a streak
of red along the vein path and palpates a 4-cm venous cord. How should
the nurse document this finding?
a. "Grade 3 phlebitis at IV site"
b. "Infection at IV site"
c. "Thrombosed area at IV site"
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d. "Infiltration at IV site"
▪ A nurse responds to an IV pump alarm related to increased pressure.
Which action should the nurse take first?
a. Check for kinking of the catheter.
b. Flush the catheter with a thrombolytic enzyme.
c. Get a new infusion pump.
d. Remove the IV catheter.
▪ A nurse prepares to insert a peripheral venous catheter in an older adult
client. Which action should the nurse take to protect the client's skin
during this procedure?
a. Lower the extremity below the level of the heart.
b. Apply warm compresses to the extremity.
c. Tap the skin lightly and avoid slapping.
d. Place a washcloth between the skin and tourniquet.
▪ A nurse delegates care to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which
statement should the nurse include when delegating hygiene for a client who
has a vascular access device?
a. "Provide a bed bath instead of letting the client take a shower."
b. "Use sterile technique when changing the dressing."
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c. "Disconnect the intravenous fluid tubing prior to the client's
bath." d. "Use a plastic bag to cover the extremity with the device."
▪ A nurse teaches a client who is prescribed a central vascular access
device. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching?
a. "You will need to wear a sling on your arm while the device is in place."
b. "There is no risk of infection because sterile technique will be used
during insertion."
c. "Ask all providers to vigorously clean the connections prior to
accessing the device."
d. "You will not be able to take a bath with this vascular access device."
▪ A nurse is caring for a client with a peripheral vascular access device who
is experiencing pain, redness, and swelling at the site. After removing the
device, which action should the nurse take to relieve pain?
a. Administer topical lidocaine to the
site. b. Place warm compresses on the
site.
c. Administer prescribed oral pain medication.
d. Massage the site with scented oils.
▪ When assessing a client's peripheral IV site, the nurse notices edema
and tenderness above the site. What action does the nurse take first?
Stop the infusion of IV fluids.
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▪ A hospital prepares to receive large numbers of casualties from a
community disaster. Which clients should the nurse identify as appropriate
for discharge or transfer to another facility? (Select all that apply.)
a. Older adult in the medical decision unit for evaluation of chest pain
b. Client who had open reduction and internal fixation of a femur fracture 3
days ago
c. Client admitted last night with community-acquired pneumonia
d. Infant who has a fever of unknown origin
e. Client on the medical unit for wound care
▪ A client presents to the emergency department after prolonged exposure to
the cold. The client is difficult to arouse and speech is incoherent. Which
action should the nurse take first?
a. Reposition the client into a prone position.
b. Administer warmed intravenous fluids to the client.
c. Wrap the clients extremities in warm blankets.
▪ An emergency department nurse cares for a middle-aged mountain climber
who is confused and exhibits bizarre behaviors. After administering
oxygen, which priority intervention should the nurse implement?
a. Administer dexamethasone (Decadron).
b. Complete a minimental state examination.
c. Prepare the client for computed tomography of the brain.
d. Request a psychiatric consult.
NURS 2790 NURSE PRACTICE EXAM 2 QUESTIONS
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▪ A nurse is assessing clients who have intravenous therapy prescribed.
Which assessment finding for a client with a peripherally inserted central
catheter (PICC) requires immediate attention?
a. The initial site dressing is 3 days old.
b. The PICC was inserted 4 weeks ago.
c. A securement device is absent.
d. Upper extremity swelling is noted.
▪ A nurse assesses a client's peripheral IV site, and notices edema
and tenderness above the site. Which action should the nurse take
next?
a. Apply cold compresses to the IV site.
b. Elevate the extremity on a pillow.
c. Flush the catheter with normal saline.
d. Stop the infusion of intravenous
fluids.
▪ While assessing a client's peripheral IV site, the nurse observes a streak
of red along the vein path and palpates a 4-cm venous cord. How should
the nurse document this finding?
a. "Grade 3 phlebitis at IV site"
b. "Infection at IV site"
c. "Thrombosed area at IV site"
NURS 2790 NURSE PRACTICE EXAM 2 QUESTIONS
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d. "Infiltration at IV site"
▪ A nurse responds to an IV pump alarm related to increased pressure.
Which action should the nurse take first?
a. Check for kinking of the catheter.
b. Flush the catheter with a thrombolytic enzyme.
c. Get a new infusion pump.
d. Remove the IV catheter.
▪ A nurse prepares to insert a peripheral venous catheter in an older adult
client. Which action should the nurse take to protect the client's skin
during this procedure?
a. Lower the extremity below the level of the heart.
b. Apply warm compresses to the extremity.
c. Tap the skin lightly and avoid slapping.
d. Place a washcloth between the skin and tourniquet.
▪ A nurse delegates care to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which
statement should the nurse include when delegating hygiene for a client who
has a vascular access device?
a. "Provide a bed bath instead of letting the client take a shower."
b. "Use sterile technique when changing the dressing."
NURS 2790 NURSE PRACTICE EXAM 2 QUESTIONS
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c. "Disconnect the intravenous fluid tubing prior to the client's
bath." d. "Use a plastic bag to cover the extremity with the device."
▪ A nurse teaches a client who is prescribed a central vascular access
device. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching?
a. "You will need to wear a sling on your arm while the device is in place."
b. "There is no risk of infection because sterile technique will be used
during insertion."
c. "Ask all providers to vigorously clean the connections prior to
accessing the device."
d. "You will not be able to take a bath with this vascular access device."
▪ A nurse is caring for a client with a peripheral vascular access device who
is experiencing pain, redness, and swelling at the site. After removing the
device, which action should the nurse take to relieve pain?
a. Administer topical lidocaine to the
site. b. Place warm compresses on the
site.
c. Administer prescribed oral pain medication.
d. Massage the site with scented oils.
▪ When assessing a client's peripheral IV site, the nurse notices edema
and tenderness above the site. What action does the nurse take first?
Stop the infusion of IV fluids.
NURS 2790 NURSE PRACTICE EXAM 2 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 100%CORRECT/VERIFIED BEST
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AND ANSWERS 100%CORRECT/VERIFIED BEST
RATED A+ NEW UPDATE 2022
▪ A hospital prepares to receive large numbers of casualties from a
community disaster. Which clients should the nurse identify as appropriate
for discharge or transfer to another facility? (Select all that apply.)
a. Older adult in the medical decision unit for evaluation of chest pain
b. Client who had open reduction and internal fixation of a femur fracture 3
days ago
c. Client admitted last night with community-acquired pneumonia
d. Infant who has a fever of unknown origin
e. Client on the medical unit for wound care
▪ A client presents to the emergency department after prolonged exposure to
the cold. The client is difficult to arouse and speech is incoherent. Which
action should the nurse take first?
a. Reposition the client into a prone position.
b. Administer warmed intravenous fluids to the client.
c. Wrap the clients extremities in warm blankets.
▪ An emergency department nurse cares for a middle-aged mountain climber
who is confused and exhibits bizarre behaviors. After administering
oxygen, which priority intervention should the nurse implement?
a. Administer dexamethasone (Decadron).
b. Complete a minimental state examination.
c. Prepare the client for computed tomography of the brain.
d. Request a psychiatric consult.
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