What best evaluates Mrs. West’s situation with wound separation and purulent drainage?

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Question 1 of 5

What best evaluates Mrs. West’s situation with wound separation and purulent drainage?

A. This response is consistent with the inflammatory process B. Some drainage is to be expected from a surgical incision C. This response indicates a break in sterile technique has occurred D. This wound is healing by first intention

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

What additional assessment should be made if there is no fluid in Mr. Jones’ chest tubes?

A. Turn Mr. Jones on his left side and observe for drainage B. Clamp the chest tubes and observe Mr. Jones’ breathing pattern C. Auscultate for equal breath sounds bilaterally D. Monitor vital signs closely for hypotension, tachycardia

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

What is most important to determine when completing Mr. Anderson’s nursing history?

A. Known allergy to penicillin B. Work habits C. History of COPD D. Sleep and rest habits

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

Before administering oxygen to a patient, what should the nurse initially do?

A. Observe the patient’s respiratory pattern B. Monitor the arterial blood gas results C. Determine if the patient has a history of COPD D. Ask the patient if he prefers nasal or mask O₂

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

What should the conversation focus on regarding Mr. Puff’s concern about sexual intercourse?

A. Improving his self-esteem B. The role that his wife plays as a supportive partner C. Avoiding further pulmonary damage D. Alternative positions for intercourse

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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