NCLEX RN Simulated Exam Test Bank - Nurselytic

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The stapes, along with the malleus and incus, are the three smallest bones in the human body. These bones are located in the inner ear and play a crucial role in hearing. The vomer is a bone in the nasal cavity and is not one of the smallest bones. The distal phalanx of the small toe is relatively larger and not among the smallest bones. The coccyx, also known as the tailbone, is not one of the smallest bones in the body.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Skin turgor is assessed when dehydration is suspected.
To evaluate skin turgor, a physician pinches the skin and observes how quickly it returns to its normal position. If the skin stays folded for an extended period, it indicates dehydration. Assessing turgor helps determine a patient's hydration status.
Choice A is incorrect because skin turgor is not used to assess iron deficiency.
Choice B is incorrect as turgor is not related to heart and lung issues, but rather hydration status.
Choice D is incorrect as turgor assessment is relevant when dehydration is suspected.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Anthropometric measurements relate to the size, weight, and proportions of the human body. Weight is a key anthropometric measurement as it directly reflects body mass, making it the correct choice. Blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate are physiological measurements that do not specifically pertain to body size or proportion, hence making them incorrect choices in the context of anthropometric measurements.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is 'lateral.' The Sims' position is characterized by the patient lying on their side with the upper knee flexed and the upper arm positioned in front of the body. This is similar to the lateral position where the patient is also lying on their side. The prone position (choice
A) is when the patient lies face down, the supine position (choice
C) is when the patient lies face up, and Fowler's position (choice
D) is a seated position with the head of the bed elevated at a 45-90 degree angle.
Therefore, the lateral position is the most similar to the Sims' position as both involve the patient lying on their side.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Gastropexy,' which means 'surgical fixation of the stomach.' This procedure involves surgically fixing the stomach in place. 'Abdominorrhaphy' refers to suturing or repairing the abdomen, not related to fixing the stomach. 'Gastroplasty' is a surgical reconstruction of the abdomen, not specifically related to fixing the stomach. 'Abdominorrhexis' refers to the rupture or tearing of the abdomen, not a surgical fixation procedure.