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Introduction to Professional Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
An older client has been moved from home to a skilled nursing facility (SNF). Which client behavior requires immediate nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: The client will not use their walker. This behavior requires immediate nursing intervention as it poses a safety risk for falls and injury. Using a walker is crucial for mobility and preventing accidents. Choice A is not urgent as the client is still eating a majority of meals. Choice C is a social activity and not a priority for intervention. Choice D is about personal preference and does not pose an immediate risk to the client's safety.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is about to administer a new medication to a patient. Which action best demonstrates awareness of safe, proficient nursing practice?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because determining whether the medication and dose are appropriate for the patient is a crucial step to ensure safe nursing practice. This involves assessing the patient's condition, allergies, and compatibility with other medications. This step helps prevent medication errors and adverse reactions. A: Making sure the medication is in the cart is important but does not directly address the safety of the patient. B: Checking the dose accuracy with another nurse is a good practice, but it does not guarantee the appropriateness of the medication for the specific patient. D: Identifying the patient by comparing names and birthdates is an essential step for patient safety but does not directly address the appropriateness of the medication for that patient.
Question 3 of 5
To facilitate palpation of thyroid gland, the nurse instructs the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: swallow. Swallowing causes the thyroid gland to move upward, making it easier to palpate. Holding the breath (B) does not affect the position of the thyroid gland. Flexing the neck (C) may obstruct the view of the thyroid gland. Hyperextending the neck (D) can cause discomfort and make palpation difficult. Swallowing is the most effective method to locate and palpate the thyroid gland accurately.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse begins a task and then realizes that personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed. What is the correct action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct action for the nurse is to stop and obtain appropriate PPE (B) because safety protocols require PPE to be worn to prevent exposure to hazards. By stopping and obtaining PPE, the nurse ensures their safety and the safety of others. Leaving PPE in the room (A) is unsafe and could lead to potential exposure. Asking a colleague to perform the task (C) is not ideal as the nurse should take responsibility for their actions. Completing the task without PPE (D) is dangerous and violates safety guidelines. Thus, choice B is the correct action to ensure the nurse's safety and proper infection control measures.
Question 5 of 5
Which consultation or referral by the nurse is most appropriate for a client who is obese and demonstrates poor wound healing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Nutritional consult. Poor wound healing in an obese client may be due to inadequate nutrition. A nutritional consult can assess the client's dietary intake and provide recommendations to support healing. Podiatry referral focuses on foot care, not addressing the root cause of poor wound healing. Pulmonologist referral is unrelated to wound healing in this scenario. Physical therapy may be beneficial for mobility but does not directly address the nutritional aspect affecting wound healing. Therefore, a nutritional consult is the most appropriate choice to address the underlying issue.