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Introduction to Nursing 203 Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with pneumonia should have which of the following tests performed to determine an appropriate antibiotic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Sputum culture and sensitivity. This test is crucial in determining the specific bacteria causing pneumonia and their sensitivity to antibiotics, guiding appropriate treatment. A: Arterial blood gas measures oxygen and carbon dioxide levels, not helpful for antibiotic selection. B: Chest X-ray confirms pneumonia diagnosis but doesn't identify the causative organism. C: Complete blood count shows general infection markers, not specific for antibiotic selection.
Question 2 of 5
An inpatient nurse brings an informed consent form to a client for an operation scheduled for tomorrow. The client asks about possible complications from the operation. What response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because if the client asks about possible complications from the operation, the nurse should not have the client sign the consent until their questions are addressed by the primary health care provider. This ensures that the client fully understands the risks involved before giving consent. Answer A is incorrect because simply answering the questions and documenting teaching may not ensure that the client's concerns are adequately addressed. Answer C is incorrect because having the client sign the consent without addressing their concerns first is not in the client's best interest. Answer D is incorrect because reminding the client of previous teaching does not address the client's current concerns about possible complications.
Question 3 of 5
The perioperative nurse manager and the postoperative unit manager are concerned about the increasing number of surgical infections in their hospital. What action by the managers is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Audit charts to see if the Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) outcomes were met. This is the best action as auditing charts will provide concrete data on adherence to infection prevention protocols, identify areas of improvement, and help measure the effectiveness of current practices. Choice B is incorrect as peer pressure may not be an effective long-term solution and could create a negative work environment. Choice C, while important, may not directly address the root cause of the infections. Choice D is also important but lacks the specificity of measuring the SCIP outcomes. Thus, auditing charts aligns with evidence-based practice and allows for targeted interventions based on data analysis.
Question 4 of 5
A primary health care provider notifies the nurse that a client has a “bandemia.” What action does the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Administer antibiotics. A "bandemia" refers to an elevated level of band neutrophils, which indicates a bacterial infection. Therefore, administering antibiotics would be the appropriate action to treat the underlying infection. Placing the client in isolation (B) is not necessary unless there are specific isolation precautions for the type of infection. Administering IV leukocytes (C) is not a common practice and may not be indicated. Obtaining an immunization history (D) is not relevant to addressing the immediate concern of treating the bacterial infection indicated by bandemia.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has chronic peripheral artery disease (PAD) of the legs and an ulcer on the right second toe. What should the nurse expect to find on assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: dry. In chronic PAD, decreased blood flow to the legs can lead to dry, shiny, and cool skin due to decreased moisture and oxygenation. This can result in impaired wound healing. Dilated superficial veins (A) are more commonly seen in venous insufficiency. Swollen (B) and scaly ankles (D) are not typically associated with chronic PAD but may be seen in conditions such as heart failure or dermatitis.