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Concepts and Cases in Nursing Ethics Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse evaluates teaching provided to a patient with a newly created ileal diversion with a continent reservoir. Which patient behavior indicates teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In a patient with a newly created ileal diversion with a continent reservoir, demonstrating care for the collection device signifies that the patient has understood the importance of maintaining hygiene and proper management of the device. This behavior indicates that the teaching provided by the nurse has been effective in helping the patient take care of the diversion and prevent complications such as infection or skin irritation. Understanding how to care for the collection device is crucial for the patient's overall well-being and quality of life with the continent reservoir.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is taking beta-adrenergic blockers for angina is experiencing hypovolemic shock. Which does the nurse anticipate being the priority collaborative intervention for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In a client experiencing hypovolemic shock, the priority collaborative intervention is to provide replacement of volume to improve tissue perfusion and restore organ function. Hypovolemic shock is characterized by a significant loss of intravascular volume, leading to inadequate tissue perfusion and oxygenation. Beta-adrenergic blockers can exacerbate hypovolemic shock by further decreasing cardiac output and blood pressure. Therefore, the immediate priority is to address the hypovolemia by providing volume replacement through fluid resuscitation to stabilize the patient before assessing the cause of bleeding or establishing invasive cardiac monitoring. Administering analgesics for pain control is important but not the priority in this situation.
Question 3 of 5
A client with primary hypertension is prescribed terazosin (Hytrin) to treat this condition. What is the mechanism of action of this drug?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Terazosin is an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocker. By blocking alpha-1 receptors in the vascular smooth muscle, terazosin causes dilation of both arteries and veins, leading to reduced peripheral vascular resistance and decreased blood pressure. This dilation effect is achieved by preventing the binding of norepinephrine to alpha-1 receptors, thereby inhibiting vasoconstriction. Terazosin is commonly used in the treatment of hypertension to help lower blood pressure by reducing the workload on the heart and improving blood flow to organs and tissues.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse hears a grating sound while assessing the range of motion of a patient’s hip. How should the nurse document this finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crepitation refers to a grating sound or sensation that occurs when there is rubbing together of the roughened articular surfaces of bones within a joint. It is commonly associated with conditions such as osteoarthritis or joint injury. Therefore, if the nurse hears a grating sound while assessing the range of motion of a patient's hip, the appropriate documentation of this finding would be crepitation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is working in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The nurse wants to teach a mother of a premature baby how to give her baby a bath. Which statement by the mother reflects a readiness to learn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The statement "You'll give us written instructions before we go home, correct?" reflects the mother's readiness to learn. This statement shows that the mother is actively seeking out resources and tools to help her understand and remember the instructions for giving her premature baby a bath. It indicates that she is willing to take responsibility for her baby's care and is thinking ahead to ensure she has the necessary information for when she is on her own at home. This statement demonstrates engagement and a proactive approach to learning, which are essential for successfully caring for a premature baby in a NICU setting.
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