ATI RN
Falls Introduction to Nursing Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Why are wet-to-dry dressings applied to a skin ulcer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Remove dead skin cells and debris. Wet-to-dry dressings help in debriding the wound by promoting the removal of dead tissue and debris when the dressing is changed. This process aids in creating a clean wound bed, which is essential for proper wound healing. The other choices are incorrect because wet-to-dry dressings are not primarily used to prevent wound infections (A), absorb blood and drainage (C), or protect the skin from injury (D). These functions may be achieved through other types of dressings or wound care methods.
Question 2 of 5
The indication for epinephrine injection for Mrs. David is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Relieve respiratory distress due to bronchial spasm. Epinephrine is a bronchodilator that helps to open up the airways and relieve respiratory distress in conditions like asthma or anaphylaxis. It is not indicated for reducing anaphylaxis (choice A) as it is used to treat anaphylaxis itself. It does not relieve hypersensitivity to allergen (choice B) as it does not address the underlying allergic response. Epinephrine also does not restore cardiac rhythm (choice D), as it is used for treating respiratory issues, not cardiac arrhythmias.
Question 3 of 5
A physician tells Nurse Corazon that the client’s intravenous line will be discontinued. She should obtain which of the following supplies from the unit supply area for use in applying pressure to the IV site after removing the intravenous (IV) catheter?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Sterile gauze. After removing the IV catheter, pressure needs to be applied to the IV site to prevent bleeding and promote clotting. Sterile gauze is the best choice as it is clean, non-adhesive, and allows for gentle pressure without sticking to the wound. Adhesive bandage (B) is not ideal as it may be too small to apply adequate pressure. Betadine swab (C) is used for skin antisepsis before procedures, not for applying pressure. Alcohol swab (D) is used for cleaning, not for applying pressure.
Question 4 of 5
Sulfisoxazole, 1 g orally twice daily, is prescribed for an adolescent with a urinary tract infection. The medication label reads “500-mg tablets.” The nurse has determined that the dosage prescribed is safe. The nurse administers how many tablets per dose to the adolescent?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 2 tablets. The prescribed dosage is 1 g twice daily, which equals 1000 mg per dose. Since each tablet is 500 mg, the adolescent needs 2 tablets per dose to achieve the prescribed 1000 mg. Option A (1⁄2 tablet) and B (1 tablet) do not meet the required dosage of 1000 mg. Option D (3 tablets) would exceed the prescribed dosage, leading to potential adverse effects. Therefore, the correct answer is to administer 2 tablets per dose to ensure the adolescent receives the appropriate amount of medication.
Question 5 of 5
One aspect of implementation related to drug therapy is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Documenting drugs given. This is crucial in drug therapy implementation to ensure accurate record-keeping, monitoring for adverse effects, and tracking treatment effectiveness. Documentation helps prevent medication errors and facilitates communication among healthcare providers. Developing a content outline (A) is more related to planning rather than implementation. Establishing outcome criteria (C) and setting client goals (D) are important steps in the planning phase to determine treatment goals but are not specific to the implementation phase, making them incorrect choices.