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NURSE MED SURGE: Quiz Questions and Answers Question 1 of 30 According to ethical principles, the nurse recognizes that which person makes the final decision on genetic testing? According to ethica... l principles, the nurse recognizes that which person makes the final decision on genetic testing? Nurse Patient Physician Genetic counselor Question 2 of 30 What psychosocial intervention should the nurse provide while caring for a dying patient? What psychosocial intervention should the nurse provide while caring for a dying patient? Promote spirituality Avoid cultural practices Discourage reminiscence Give explanations of the loss Question 3 of 30 Which health care professional is a member of the rehabilitation team? Which health care professional is a member of the rehabilitation team? Oncologist Psychiatrist Hematologist Social worker Question 4 of 30 The nurse is teaching the family members about end-of-life care for a terminally ill patient. Which caregiver statement indicates a need for further teaching? The nurse is teaching the family members about end-of-life care for a terminally ill patient. Which caregiver statement indicates a need for further teaching? "I can sit quietly beside the patient." "I should spend as much time as possible with the patient." "I should wake up the patient if he or she sleeps continuously." "I should talk to the patient normally even if there is no response." Question 5 of 30 What term refers to ultimate meaning and purpose in one's life that invites particular ways of being in the world in relation to others, oneself, and the universe? What term refers to ultimate meaning and purpose in one's life that invites particular ways of being in the world in relation to others, oneself, and the universe? Religion Spirituality Life review Reminiscence Question 6 of 30 Which is a late manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis? Which is a late manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis? Anorexia Paresthesias Joint inflammation Morning stiffness Question 7 of 30 The patient requires a large amount of calories daily to promote the healing of a fistula. Which kind of diet should the nurse provide to the patient? The patient requires a large amount of calories daily to promote the healing of a fistula. Which kind of diet should the nurse provide to the patient? High-fiber food Low-vitamin food High-protein food Low-calorie meals Question 8 of 30 Which statement is true regarding neurologic changes in older adults? Which statement is true regarding neurologic changes in older adults? Intellect declines with aging. Pupil size increases with aging. Older adults may need more time to retrieve information. Neurological changes affect only sensory perception with aging. A nurse is guiding a patient with chronic pain through visualizing being on a peaceful beach. This is an example of which type of nonpharmacological anxiety management? A nurse is guiding a patient with chronic pain through visualizing being on a peaceful beach. This is an example of which type of nonpharmacological anxiety management? Imagery Distraction Relaxation breathing Therapeutic massage Question 10 of 30 What term is used for the mismanagement or misuse of an older adult’s property or resources? What term is used for the mismanagement or misuse of an older adult&#x2019;s property or resources? Mental abuse Physical abuse Financial abuse Emotional abuse p. 39 Question 11 of 30 A patient being discharged after hip replacement says, "I am going to use hypnosis instead of medication to manage my pain. I believe in mind over body." How does the nurse respond? A patient being discharged after hip replacement says, "I am going to use hypnosis instead of medication to manage my pain. I believe in mind over body." How does the nurse respond? "I will cancel your medication order." "That sounds like a great plan; can you tell me more about it?" "That sounds like a wonderful idea, and I think it will definitely work!" "Your plan will not work; people with your type of pain need narcotics." Question 12 of 30 Which level of trauma center is located in community hospitals and provides care to the majority of injured patients? Which level of trauma center is located in community hospitals and provides care to the majority of injured patients? Level I Level II Level III Level IV Question 13 of 30 Which statement about the inner ear is correct? Which statement about the inner ear is correct? The fluids that protect the vestibule are endolymph and perilymph. The cochlea is present between the vestibule and semicircular canals. The vestibule contains the utricle and the saccule, which are essential for balance. The semicircular canals are connected to the distal end of the seventh cranial nerve. Question 14 of 30 When planning care for a patient who is Jewish, which spiritual leader should the nurse include as a potential health care resource? When planning care for a patient who is Jewish, which spiritual leader should the nurse include as a potential health care resource? Rabbi Priest Minister Medicine man Question 15 of 30 Which hormone is responsible for maintaining blood glucose levels during periods of fasting from food? Which hormone is responsible for maintaining blood glucose levels during periods of fasting from food? Insulin Amylin Glucagon Proinsulin Question 16 of 30 Which component is released into the bloodstream after the destruction of tumor cells? Which component is released into the bloodstream after the destruction of tumor cells? Calcium Sodium Potassium Magnesium Question 17 of 30 What passive external rewarming method is typically applied to treat mild hypothermia? What passive external rewarming method is typically applied to treat mild hypothermia? Warm packs Warm clothing Heating blankets Connective air heaters Question 18 of 30 The nurse is providing health screening. The nurse determines that the patient with which lab value should receive teaching related to diabetes? The nurse is providing health screening. The nurse determines that the patient with which lab value should receive teaching related to diabetes? A 1c of 4.5% Fasting blood glucose of 127 mg/dL Random blood glucose of 198 mg/dL Two-hour glucose of 150 mg/dL during oral glucose tolerance test Question 19 of 30 Since 1996, the Hartford Institute for Gerontological Nursing has worked to ensure that all hospitalized patients be given quality care. What is the age limit mentioned by the institute? Since 1996, the Hartford Institute for Gerontological Nursing has worked to ensure that all hospitalized patients be given quality care. What is the age limit mentioned by the institute? 57 years and above 65 years and above 70 years and above 80 years and above Question 20 of 30 The nurse is administering azathioprine to a patient diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. What common side effect should the nurse assess for? The nurse is administering azathioprine to a patient diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. What common side effect should the nurse assess for? Nausea Wheezing Constipation Poor sputum clearance Question 21 of 30 What must the nurse anticipate from a patient in the emergency department (ED) who is a Jehovah's Witness? What must the nurse anticipate from a patient in the emergency department (ED) who is a Jehovah's Witness? Refusal of blood transfusions Request for family to be near Request to keep his or her body covered Preference of being treated by a folk healer Question 22 of 30 Which statement best defines the trachea? Which statement best defines the trachea? The trachea starts at the carina. The trachea decreases in size and allows the gases to move. The trachea branches into the right and left mainstem bronchi. The trachea is lined with a ciliated membrane that moves particle away. Question 23 of 30 Who teaches the techniques for performing certain activities of daily living such as transferring, ambulating, toileting, and cognitive retraining? Who teaches the techniques for performing certain activities of daily living such as transferring, ambulating, toileting, and cognitive retraining? Physical therapist Cognitive therapist Recreational therapist Occupational therapist Question 24 of 30 What would be the appropriate duration for antibodies to develop in a patient with genital herpes? What would be the <b>appropriate</b> duration for antibodies to develop in a patient with genital herpes? 6 weeks 8 weeks 10 weeks 12 weeks Question 25 of 30 When is it appropriate for the nurse to decontaminate the hands using soap and water instead of alcohol-based hand rub? When is it appropriate for the nurse to decontaminate the hands using soap and water instead of alcohol-based hand rub? When hands are visibly soiled with blood or body fluids When hands are not visibly soiled Before direct contact with any patient Before donning sterile gloves Question 27 of 30 A patient who had abdominal surgery 2 days ago is being discharged home. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further discharge instruction? A patient who had abdominal surgery 2 days ago is being discharged home. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further discharge instruction? "I will wash my hands before each dressing change." "I will wait 6 weeks before returning to my job as a package delivery man." "I'll be sure to notify the surgeon if my pain suddenly increases." "I can return to normal activities as long as I don't leave the house." Question 28 of 30 What activity may the patient's family perform when participating in postmortem care? What activity may the patient's family perform when participating in postmortem care? Wash the patient. Clean the patient's room. Insert the patient's dentures. Remove or cut all tubes lines. Question 29 of 30 The nurse provides education about metformin to a patient with diabetes. What is a symptom of lactic acidosis, a common side effect of this medication? The nurse provides education about metformin to a patient with diabetes. What is a symptom of lactic acidosis, a common side effect of this medication? Diarrhea Restlessness Blurred vision Increased appetite [Show More]

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