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Pediatrics Baby Fell off Bed Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is usually the first symptom of a cataract that the nurse would expect a patient to report during assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blurring of vision is typically the first symptom of a cataract that the nurse would expect a patient to report during assessment. As a cataract develops, it causes clouding of the eye's lens, leading to a decrease in the clarity of vision. This blurriness can progress over time, impacting the patient's ability to see clearly. Other symptoms such as glare sensitivity, poor night vision, double vision, and color fading may also be present as the cataract progresses. Dry eyes, eye pain, and loss of peripheral vision are not typically the initial symptoms associated with cataracts.
Question 2 of 5
The lowest fasting plasma glucose level suggestive of a diagnosis of diabetes is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A fasting plasma glucose level of 126mg/dl or higher is considered to be indicative of diabetes mellitus. This value represents the threshold for diagnosing diabetes based on fasting glucose levels according to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) criteria. Fasting glucose levels between 100-125mg/dl indicate impaired fasting glucose, which is a precursor to diabetes. Therefore, a fasting plasma glucose level of 126mg/dl is the lowest level at which a diagnosis of diabetes can be suggested.
Question 3 of 5
A few hours before the patient was admitted at the hospital, he complained of fever, nausea and vomiting, and vague abdominal pain. The doctor examined the patient as a case of acute appendicitis and prepared for appendectomy. The nurse anticipates that this type of surgery is classified as:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Appendectomy as a treatment for acute appendicitis is classified as an emergency surgery. Acute appendicitis is considered a medical emergency that requires prompt surgical intervention to prevent complications such as a ruptured appendix, which can lead to peritonitis, a life-threatening condition. In emergency situations, surgery must be done urgently to address the immediate threat to the patient's health. This is in contrast to elective surgeries, which are typically scheduled in advance and do not require immediate attention. In the case described, the patient's symptoms of fever, nausea, vomiting, and vague abdominal pain suggest an acute presentation that necessitates urgent surgical intervention, making it an emergency appendectomy.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has been taking prednisone to treat lupus erythematosus has discontinued the medication because of lack of funds to buy the drug. When the nurse becomes aware of the situation, which assessment is most important for the nurse to make first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The most important assessment for the nurse to make first in this situation is the client's blood pressure. Abrupt discontinuation of prednisone, especially in a client with lupus erythematosus, can lead to adrenal insufficiency or an Addisonian crisis. Addisonian crisis can present with symptoms such as severe hypotension, fatigue, weakness, and even shock. Therefore, monitoring the client's blood pressure is crucial to assess for signs of adrenal insufficiency and to intervene promptly if needed. Once blood pressure is assessed, the nurse can then proceed to assess other parameters such as breath sounds, capillary refill, and the presence of a butterfly rash.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following assessment findings would suggest to the home health nurse that the patient is developing congestive heart failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Orthopnea is a common symptom of congestive heart failure. It is defined as difficulty in breathing when lying flat, which improves when sitting up or standing. This occurs due to the redistribution of blood in the body when changing positions. As fluid accumulates in the lungs in congestive heart failure, lying down increases pressure on the chest and impairs breathing. Therefore, orthopnea is a significant assessment finding that would suggest to the home health nurse that the patient is developing congestive heart failure. Fever, weight loss, and calf pain are not typically associated with congestive heart failure.