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What is an example of a vector involved in disease transmission?
A. MosquitoesB. BloodC. FecesD. Water
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The nurse is planning care for a client after surgery. Which nutrition intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
A. Implement a fluid restriction.B. Provide a high-protein diet.C. Encourage high caffeine beverages.D. Limit the intake of citrus fruits.
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The nurse is caring for a client with a surgical incision. Which action should the nurse take to reduce the client's risk of infection?
A. Monitor the wound for any redness or purulent draiB. Assess body temperature at regularly scheduled intC. Apply heat to the surgical site to increase blood D. Utilize strict aseptic technique during dressing c
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The nurse is planning hygiene for an unconscious client. What action should the nurse plan to take?
A. Skip oral care due to unconsciousness.B. Use warm water and soap for bathing.C. Perform hygiene without donning gloves.D. Utilize unused linens from another client.
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A nurse is assessing a client in high-Fowler's position for signs of skin breakdown. Which areas should the nurse assess first?
A. Elbows, knees, and shouldersB. Toes, heels, and sacral areaC. Hands, feet, and abdomenD. Head, neck, and back
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The nurse observes a visitor of a client with meningitis. Which finding should concern the nurse?
A. The visitor is wearing gloves, gown and a mask whiB. The visitor is wearing only gloves while feeding tC. The visitor cleaned their hands when entering and D. The visitor removed their protective gear before l
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Which component of a SOAP note includes the intended actions to be taken to support the client's health?
A. PlanB. ObjectiveC. SubjectiveD. Assessment
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What is the most important action to prevent the transmission of microorganisms in the hospital setting?
A. Clean frequently touched surfaces with disinfectanB. Wear gloves during all direct contact with clientsC. Wash hands before and after contact with each clieD. Clean equipment used for client care with disinfec
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A nurse assesses a client's radial pulse as 52 beats/minute. Which action should the nurse take next?
A. Obtain the client's apical heart rateB. Assess for a pulse deficitC. Notify the healthcare providerD. Review previous vital sign trends
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Which statement(s) uphold the principles of sterility? Select all that apply.
A. Sterile items can be used if they touch clean surfB. Sterile objects can be handled with clean gloves.C. Sterile objects must remain within the sterile fieD. Sterile fields must always be kept in sight to be
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The nurse is preparing to teach a client about modifiable defense mechanisms to prevent infection. Which modifiable defense mechanism should the nurse include in the teaching?
A. "A fever may be an indicator that the inflammationB. "A balanced diet helps your immune system functionC. "Your skin acts as a barrier to microorganisms andD. "Tears reduce particles entering the eye, reducing
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The nurse has provided education to a client and their family member about how to change wound dressings. Which client statement indicates the need for additional teaching?
A. "We should look for signs like redness, warmth, anB. "Washing my hands before and after the dressing chC. "I should change my dressing as prescribed, and ifD. "If I see any type of wound drainage, I should imm
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The nurse delegates the positioning of an older client with immobility to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which action taken by the UAP requires the nurse to intervene?
A. The UAP keeps the head of the bed flat when reposiB. The UAP uses assistive transferring devices when tC. The UAP places pillows to support the client's heaD. The UAP positions the client with the head of the
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The nurse is caring for a client after surgery. Which finding should the nurse prioritize to identify a surgical site infection (SSI)?
A. NauseaB. FeverC. Poor appetiteD. Pain
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A nurse completes an assessment of a client just admitted from the emergency department. Which assessment finding(s) should concern the nurse? Select all that apply.
A. Sudden decrease in consciousnessB. Temperature of 102.1 F (38.9 C)C. Pulse oximetry of 88% on room airD. Blood pressure 114/66 mmHg
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Review the electronic health record. Complete the diagram by selecting from the choices below to specify what isolation precaution the client requires, 2 actions the nurse should take to address the i
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A nurse is caring for a group of clients who need positioning. Which client should the nurse prioritize?
A. A client with edematous lower extremities.B. A client who has discomfort.C. A client who reports dyspnea.D. A client with an order to turn every 2 hours.
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The nurse is caring for a group of clients who all need bed alarms to prevent falls. Which client should the nurse ensure has the bed alarm enabled first?
A. A client with an abnormal gait who takes an anticoB. A client with lower extremity weakness and dementiC. A client with visual impairment who calls for assiD. A client with hypotension who uses a walker to amb
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Review the electronic health record, Based on these findings, which vital sign should the nurse address first?
A. TemperatureB. Blood pressureC. Oxygen saturationD. Respiratory rate
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What is the definition of active range of motion (ROM)?
A. Range of motion that is performed by a healthcare B. Range of motion that is performed by the client.C. The maximum range of motion of healthy joints.D. An exercise that increases muscle strength and joi
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What type of tissue in the wound bed indicates healthy healing?
A. Presence of sloughB. Presence of granulation tissueC. Presence of necrotic tissueD. Presence of eschar
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The nurse is observing a student nurse complete a urinary catheter insertion. What finding should cause the nurse to pause the procedure and obtain sterile equipment?
A. The student nurse performs hand hygiene before opeB. The student nurse uses their sterile hand to reposC. The student nurse assesses the client for a latex D. The student nurse instructs the client not to touc
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The nurse cares for a group of clients. Which client should the nurse prioritize?
A. A client who needs assistance ambulating in the haB. A client with pain 4/10 requesting pain medicationC. A client with a scheduled wound dressing changeD. A client with a change in their level of conscious
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How does a concept map enhance critical thinking in nursing practice?
A. By focusing on medical diagnosesB. By examining interrelationshipsC. By following a linear approachD. By reducing assessment time
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A nurse is caring for four clients. For which client would a mechanical lift be most appropriate?
A. A client with emphysema on 2 liters of oxygen.B. A client with limited mobility of the left foot.C. An older adult client with a humoral fracture.D. A bariatric client with a spinal cord injury.
NR224 Fundamental Nursing Skills Proctored Exam