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Dewits Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which property of cardiac cells is mechanical in nature?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Contractility is the property of cardiac cells that is mechanical in nature. It refers to the ability of cardiac muscle cells to contract in response to an electrical stimulus. This contraction is what enables the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Contractility is essential for maintaining cardiac output and overall cardiovascular function. While automaticity, excitability, and conductivity are also important properties of cardiac cells, they are primarily related to the electrical activity of the heart rather than the mechanical function of contraction.
Question 2 of 5
What type of shock is characterized by increased pulse and respirations, normal blood pressure, elevated body temperature, and warm and flushed skin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neurogenic shock is characterized by decreased vascular resistance due to loss of sympathetic tone. In this type of shock, there is widespread vasodilation leading to pooling of blood in the peripheral vessels, resulting in decreased venous return to the heart. The decreased vascular resistance results in relative hypovolemia despite normal blood volume, leading to compensatory mechanisms such as increased pulse and respirations to maintain tissue perfusion. The warm and flushed skin in neurogenic shock is a result of peripheral vasodilation, while the normal blood pressure is maintained due to the compensatory mechanisms and the lack of actual blood volume loss. Additionally, the elevated body temperature is a possible manifestation due to the systemic response to the shock state.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to assess a patient’s thyroid gland. For which criteria is the nurse assessing this gland?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When assessing the thyroid gland, the nurse primarily focuses on evaluating its size and consistency. The size of the thyroid can give indications of potential abnormalities such as enlargement (goiter) or nodules. Consistency refers to the feel of the gland, which can vary depending on conditions such as inflammation or malignancy. Monitoring size and consistency helps the nurse in detecting common thyroid issues and determining appropriate interventions for the patient. Pain, pulse rate, character, texture, edema, and movement are not the primary criteria used to assess the thyroid gland.
Question 4 of 5
During a health history interview, a patient reports having to get up to void several times during the night and there is burning when passing urine. Which terms should the nurse use when documenting this patient’s manifestations? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A patient recovering from a partial nephrectomy is in the post-anesthesia care unit. Which interventions would be a priority for the patient? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: - Labeling and securing all catheters, tubes, and drains (Choice B) is a priority intervention as it ensures proper monitoring and identification of the postoperative devices. By keeping these items labeled and secure, healthcare providers can prevent accidental dislodgement or confusion, leading to improved patient safety and management.