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A nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse care for a client who is at increased risk for infection. Which of the following actions indicate the newly licensed nurse is following recommended medical asepsis practices?

A. The newly licensed nurse uses a paper towel to turn off the faucet after washing their hands.B. The newly licensed nurse uses an alcohol-based hand rub and begins patient care before their hands dry.C. The newly licensed nurse uses soap and cold water to wash their hands.D. The newly licensed nurse uses an alcohol-based hand rub to clean visibly soiled hands.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Using a paper towel (
A) prevents recontamination post-handwashing, per asepsis. Wet hands (
B), cold water (
C), and rub on soiled hands (
D) reduce effectiveness.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is preparing to transfer a client to the radiology department using a wheelchair. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Leave a transfer belt in place until the client returns from radiology.B. Lower the footplates before transferring the client from the bed.C. Back the wheelchair into the elevator.D. Position the client so their weight is shifted forward

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Lowering footplates (
B) prevents leg injury during transfer. Leaving a belt (
A) risks pressure ulcers, backing into elevators (
C) isn’t necessary, and forward weight (
D) increases fall risk.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is teaching an older adult client about reducing the risk for osteoporosis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I will take 250 milligrams of calcium once per day.'B. I will decrease my intake of dairy products.'C. I will walk three times per week.'D. I will avoid exposure to the sun.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Walking three times weekly (
C) is a weight-bearing exercise that strengthens bones, reducing osteoporosis risk. Low calcium (A, 1200 mg needed), less dairy (B, a calcium source), and no sun (D, needed for vitamin
D) increase risk.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse enters a client's room to perform a focused assessment. Which of the following client information should the nurse use to properly identify the client?

A. Room numberB. Telephone numberC. Patient's nameD. Diagnosis

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The patient’s name (
C) is the standard identifier to ensure the right client, per safety protocols. Room number (
A), phone (
B), and diagnosis (
D) aren’t reliable identifiers.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has recently retired from their job. The client states they feel like they no longer have a purpose. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A. Can you tell me what you mean by not having any purpose?'B. Have you started volunteering in the community?'C. You must plan to get involved in some new hobbies.'D. You seem in good health and able to handle whatever life presents.'

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Asking for clarification (
A) shows empathy and explores feelings, aiding therapeutic communication. Volunteering (
B) and hobbies (
C) assume solutions, and health (
D) dismisses concerns.

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