A few hours before the patient was admitted at the hospital, he complained of fever, nausea and vomiting, and vague abdominal pain. The doctor examined the patient as a case of acute appendicitis and prepared for appendectomy. The nurse anticipates that this type of surgery is classified as:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Appendectomy as a treatment for acute appendicitis is classified as an emergency surgery. Acute appendicitis is considered a medical emergency that requires prompt surgical intervention to prevent complications such as a ruptured appendix, which can lead to peritonitis, a life-threatening condition. In emergency situations, surgery must be done urgently to address the immediate threat to the patient's health. This is in contrast to elective surgeries, which are typically scheduled in advance and do not require immediate attention. In the case described, the patient's symptoms of fever, nausea, vomiting, and vague abdominal pain suggest an acute presentation that necessitates urgent surgical intervention, making it an emergency appendectomy.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The laboratory study monitored for a patient receiving heparin therapy is the Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT). Heparin is an anticoagulant medication that works by inhibiting clot formation. PTT measures the intrinsic pathway of the coagulation cascade, which is affected by heparin administration. Monitoring the PTT helps ensure that the patient's blood is at the appropriate level of anticoagulation and reduces the risk of bleeding or clot formation.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The normal range of hemoglobin in the blood of an adult is typically between 12-18 grams per deciliter (g/dL). Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells that is responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the tissues in the body. Having an adequate level of hemoglobin is essential for proper oxygen delivery throughout the body. Values outside of the normal range may indicate anemia (low hemoglobin levels) or other underlying health conditions. It's important to consult a healthcare provider for interpretation of specific hemoglobin test results.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various organs and tissues in the body. The assessment findings listed in option B are more indicative of SLE:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A newborn with a clavicle fracture may present with swelling of the fingers on the affected side. This is due to the injury disrupting the nerves and blood vessels that supply the arm, leading to edema and swelling in the fingers. The other signs mentioned in the options are not typically associated with a clavicle fracture. A negative scarf sign relates to positioning of the arm and is not specific to a clavicle fracture. Asymmetric Moro reflex can be a normal finding in newborns and not indicative of a fracture. Paralysis of the affected extremity and muscles would be more suggestive of a nerve injury rather than a clavicle fracture.