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Fundamentals Patient Safety and Wound Care Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The _____________ is an air passage that goes from the pharynx to the bronchi
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Trachea. The trachea is an air passage that connects the pharynx to the bronchi, allowing air to pass into the lungs. The epiglottis (A) is a flap of tissue that covers the trachea during swallowing to prevent food from entering the airway. Sphincter (C) refers to a ring-like muscle that controls the opening and closing of a passage, not specifically related to the airway. Ventricle (D) is a term used to describe a chamber within an organ, such as the heart, and is not part of the respiratory system.
Question 2 of 5
What is a sign of diabetes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Excessive urination. This is a classic symptom of diabetes, known as polyuria, caused by high blood sugar levels leading to increased urine production. Excessive urination is a result of the kidneys trying to eliminate the excess glucose from the body through urine. A: Moist firm skin is not a sign of diabetes. B: Unexplained weight gain is more commonly associated with conditions like hypothyroidism, not diabetes. D: Low blood pressure is not a typical sign of diabetes; high blood pressure is more commonly associated with the condition.
Question 3 of 5
When a resident is using crutches where should her weight be concentrated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: On her hands and arms. When using crutches, weight should be concentrated on the hands and arms to provide support and stability. Placing weight on the underarms (choice B) can lead to nerve damage. Thighs (choice A) are not capable of bearing weight effectively. Shoulders (choice D) are not designed to bear weight in this way and can lead to strain and discomfort. Overall, placing weight on the hands and arms allows for proper weight distribution and minimizes the risk of injury.
Question 4 of 5
A period of mourning in which the dying person or the family is expecting death is called
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Anticipatory grief. This term refers to the period of mourning before death where individuals anticipate the loss. It allows for preparation, emotional processing, and closure. Reactive grief (A) occurs in response to the death, Emotional grief (B) is a general term for the emotional response to loss, and Actualized grief (D) does not accurately describe the pre-death mourning period. Therefore, C is the correct choice as it specifically addresses the period of mourning before death.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing preoperative teaching for the ambulatory surgery patient who will be having a cyst removed from the right arm. Which will be the best explanation for diet progression after surgery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because starting with clear liquids, soup, and crackers helps prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting, while also providing hydration and easy digestion. Advancing to a normal diet as tolerated ensures the patient's nutritional needs are met. Choice B is incorrect because ice chips alone do not provide adequate nutrition. Choice C is incorrect as clear liquids for 24 hours may delay nutritional intake. Choice D is incorrect because the progression from clear liquids to full liquids to a normal diet is too restrictive and may not be necessary for this type of surgery.