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MEDICAL SURGICAL RN A RELIAS EXAM LATEST 2025 ACTUAL
EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+|
||PROFESSOR VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Your patient continues to pull at their iv located in their left
forearm despite verbal reminders And increased observation. The
nursing assistant recommends using soft mitt Restraints on the
patient. What is your recommendation? - ANSWER-Request and
order for soft mitts As they are the least restrictive..
What is an early symptom that a patient is developing a
complication of heart failure? - ANSWER-Edema in the legs and
feet
You were hired to work the medical unit and when you arrive at
work the charge nurse has assigned you to the post surgical unit
since they are under staffed. Which is the most appropriate
action? - ANSWER-Report to the post surgical unit
What type of personal protective equipment(Ppe) Is applied prior
to entering a room for a patient with with C diff? - ANSWER-Gown
and gloves
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When would sucralfate(Carafate) 4 times daily be scheduled for?
- ANSWER-1 hour before meals and at bedtime
Your new patient was admitted with Blunt force trauma to the
abdomen Following a motor vehicle accident. A NG Tube is in
place for decompression, however, you note during the
assessment that the stomach is rigid and hard during palpation.
What condition do you suspect. - ANSWER-Hemorrhage
What is clubbing of the fingers most likely associated with? -
ANSWER-Chronic oxygen deficiency
Is your patient with hepatitis C Exhibits signs of jaundice and a
distended abdomen. What procedure would you anticipate being
performed by the provider at the bedside for this patient? -
ANSWER-Paracentesis
Is the provider gives you a telephone order to explain a surgical
procedure to your patient and obtain surgical consent. How
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should you respond? - ANSWER-Inform the provider that
explaining the procedure is outside the nurse's scope of practice.
You're patient Recently had a G Tube Placed and interminent
enteral Feedings have been initiated. What symptoms may
indicate intolerance to the feedings? - ANSWER-Vomiting and
diarrhea
You are caring for a patient post lobotomy With a chest tube in
place for drainage. What is a priority in caring for this patient? -
ANSWER-Encourage the patient to cough and deep breathe.
Your new patient understands very limited English. How should
you communicate with them when completing the admission
assessment? - ANSWER-Use the organizations interpreter
services
You are ordered to give Digoxin(lanoxin). Your patience vital signs
are BP 130/75, temp 97.9F, HR 52, RR 16, o2 sat 100% on room
air. What should you do next? - ANSWER-HOLD DIGOXIN AND
CALL PROVIDER
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Your patient tells you I hope I don't die, but if I do I don't want to
be brought back. You notice on her chart and wrist band that she
is a full code. What would be the most appropriate action? -
ANSWER-Discuss code status with the patient and follow up with
the provider to ensure the medical record reflects her wishes
What are the most common causes of acute onset pancreatitis? -
ANSWER-Alcoholism and gallstones
Your 18 year old female patient was admitted with dehydration
secondary to anorexia nervosa. During your assessment you note
she has a flat effect and says" I just want to die, I'm tired of my life
". What should be your 1st intervention? - ANSWER-Stay with the
patient and ask if she has a plan to carry out this wish
To reduce the risk of infection and phlebotomy in an adult patient
with a peripherL IV, What is the minimum duration the catheter
should remain in place before routine replacement. - ANSWER-72
hours
MEDICAL SURGICAL RN A RELIAS EXAM LATEST 2025 ACTUAL
EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+|
||PROFESSOR VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Your patient continues to pull at their iv located in their left
forearm despite verbal reminders And increased observation. The
nursing assistant recommends using soft mitt Restraints on the
patient. What is your recommendation? - ANSWER-Request and
order for soft mitts As they are the least restrictive..
What is an early symptom that a patient is developing a
complication of heart failure? - ANSWER-Edema in the legs and
feet
You were hired to work the medical unit and when you arrive at
work the charge nurse has assigned you to the post surgical unit
since they are under staffed. Which is the most appropriate
action? - ANSWER-Report to the post surgical unit
What type of personal protective equipment(Ppe) Is applied prior
to entering a room for a patient with with C diff? - ANSWER-Gown
and gloves
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When would sucralfate(Carafate) 4 times daily be scheduled for?
- ANSWER-1 hour before meals and at bedtime
Your new patient was admitted with Blunt force trauma to the
abdomen Following a motor vehicle accident. A NG Tube is in
place for decompression, however, you note during the
assessment that the stomach is rigid and hard during palpation.
What condition do you suspect. - ANSWER-Hemorrhage
What is clubbing of the fingers most likely associated with? -
ANSWER-Chronic oxygen deficiency
Is your patient with hepatitis C Exhibits signs of jaundice and a
distended abdomen. What procedure would you anticipate being
performed by the provider at the bedside for this patient? -
ANSWER-Paracentesis
Is the provider gives you a telephone order to explain a surgical
procedure to your patient and obtain surgical consent. How
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should you respond? - ANSWER-Inform the provider that
explaining the procedure is outside the nurse's scope of practice.
You're patient Recently had a G Tube Placed and interminent
enteral Feedings have been initiated. What symptoms may
indicate intolerance to the feedings? - ANSWER-Vomiting and
diarrhea
You are caring for a patient post lobotomy With a chest tube in
place for drainage. What is a priority in caring for this patient? -
ANSWER-Encourage the patient to cough and deep breathe.
Your new patient understands very limited English. How should
you communicate with them when completing the admission
assessment? - ANSWER-Use the organizations interpreter
services
You are ordered to give Digoxin(lanoxin). Your patience vital signs
are BP 130/75, temp 97.9F, HR 52, RR 16, o2 sat 100% on room
air. What should you do next? - ANSWER-HOLD DIGOXIN AND
CALL PROVIDER
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Your patient tells you I hope I don't die, but if I do I don't want to
be brought back. You notice on her chart and wrist band that she
is a full code. What would be the most appropriate action? -
ANSWER-Discuss code status with the patient and follow up with
the provider to ensure the medical record reflects her wishes
What are the most common causes of acute onset pancreatitis? -
ANSWER-Alcoholism and gallstones
Your 18 year old female patient was admitted with dehydration
secondary to anorexia nervosa. During your assessment you note
she has a flat effect and says" I just want to die, I'm tired of my life
". What should be your 1st intervention? - ANSWER-Stay with the
patient and ask if she has a plan to carry out this wish
To reduce the risk of infection and phlebotomy in an adult patient
with a peripherL IV, What is the minimum duration the catheter
should remain in place before routine replacement. - ANSWER-72
hours
