CRRN Post Test exam 2023 with 100% correct answers

What criteria must be met in order for a patient to qualify for Medicaid? Must meet state eligibility requirements (Medicaid was initiated under Title XIX of the Social Security Act of 1965 and provides federal grants to states for medical assistance. Each state sets its own eligibility requirements) What symptom should a pt taking Digoxin be instructed to report to the physician? Anorexia (Anorexia can be a sign of Digoxin toxicity. Other signs could be nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and visual disturbances). The nurse is monitoring a pt for s/s of autonomic dysreflexia. Which symptom would indicate a need for further assessment of the pt? Blood pressure of 130/60 (range has been 110-125/60-70), a blood pressure of 20-40 mm above the pt's baseline may indicate autonomic dysreflexia) Which of the following are facilitated within the nursing team by the use of the nursing process? Continuity of care (The nursing process is a sequence of problem identification, data gathering, options assessment, decision-making, actions, and reassessment. The nurse provides care and makes decisions in collaboration with pt's and fellow team members. This process facilitates continuity of the patient's care) Pt w/ diabetes and stroke wants his wife to bring his ginseng mixture from home. The patient also drinks coffee with each meal. What potential problems should the nurse monitor for? Monitor for hypoglycemia and increased effects of caffeine.(Asian Ginseng has been noted to lower blodd sugar and should be used cautiously in pt's being treated for diabetes. It is also noted to increase the effects of caffeine) The nurse is proactive in teaching the pt self-care activities each shift, communicating and coordinating with other team members. She tells the pt "On rehab, every day counts!" What moral principle is she demonstrating? Fiduciary Responsibility CM is discussing options for care with a pt who received a traumatic amputation in the course of work. The pt is self-employed. What may be a significant barrier for this pt? Lack of insurance (due to self-employment) Prosthetic devices are costly and must be custom-fitted to the pt. What is the purpose of pressure-reduction mattresses? To protect the pt from bottoming out or excessive pressure on conventional mattresses. Position is important to adequate bowel emptying. Which pt response in bed indicates the need for upright positioning during elimination? Bowel emptying takes 40 minutes and includes use of suppositories, digital stimulation, and manual evacuation. (Bowel emptying that takes a long period of time and a great deal of effort will likely be improved by upright positioning)