NUR2214 / NUR 2214 FINAL EXAM
REVIEW (Latest ): Nursing Care
of the Older Adult - Rasmussen
A client with erythematous papules in the interdigital spaces reports severe itching at night. Which insect is responsible for this condition? - ANSWER Sarcoptes scabiei
What is the function of the dermis? - ANSWER Provides cells for wound healing
For which illness should airborne precautions be implemented? - ANSWER Chickenpox
A male client has discharge from the penis. Gonorrhea is suspected. To obtain a specimen for a culture, what should the nurse do? - ANSWER Swab the drainage directly from the urethra to obtain a specimen. Which bacterial skin infections are caused by group A β-hemolytic streptococci? Select all that apply. - ANSWER impetigo
erysipelas
A client who is scheduled for a surgical resection of the colon and creation of a colostomy for a bowel malignancy asks why preoperative antibiotics have been prescribed. The nurse explains that the primary purpose is to do what? - ANSWER Decrease bacteria in the intestines
A nurse who is admitting a newborn to the nursery observes a fetal scalp monitor site on the scalp. Which complication should the nurse monitor this newborn for? - ANSWER infection
A nurse is caring for a 13-year-old child who has an external fixation device on the
leg. What is the nurse's priority goal when providing pin care? - ANSWER Preventing infection
Which sexually transmitted disease is caused by a virus? - ANSWER genital warts A child recovering from a severe asthma attack is given oral prednisone 15 mg twice daily. What is the priority nursing intervention? - ANSWER Preventing exposure of the child to infection
A client who sustained a burn injury involving 36% of the body surface area is receiving hydrotherapy. Which is the best nursing intervention when providing wound care? - ANSWER Use a consistent approach to care and encourage participation.
Which skin infection is caused by bacteria? - ANSWER Folliculitis
What are the symptoms of tuberculosis? Select all that apply. - ANSWER fatigue
nausea
low-grade fever
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