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NUR 2063 ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM A+ GRADED
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NUR 2063 ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM 12023-2024 A+ GRADED
1. A nurse is assessing a client in postoperative recovery. The client complains of the following
symptoms. Which of the following is abnormal and should be reported immediately?
a. Emesis that is red
b. Complaint of feeling cold
c. Nausea
d. Complaint of pain
2. A client's neurological status deteriorates over hours, and a craniotomy is performed to evacuate
a hematoma. Which nursing intervention is indicated to help decrease the threat of increased
intracranial pressure?
a. Elevate the head of the bed 30 degrees
b. Cluster nursing interventions to provide uninterrupted periods of rest
c. Teach the client to cough and deep breathe to prevent the necessity for suctioning
d. Teach the client to hold his breath and bear down while repositioning in bed.
3. A client presents to the emergency room with complaints of bilateral lower extremity loss of sensation
that started in the feet but has now progressed to the knees and hips. The nurse interprets these symptoms
to indicate an immediate workup for which of the following diseases?
a. Myasthenia gravis
b. Simple, partial seizure
c. guillain- barre syndrome
d. Cerebrovascular accident
8. The charge nurse is obtaining the client9s signature on a surgical consent form. The client
states, I didn9t really understand what my surgeon explained, but I trust him completely, <which
response by the charge nurse is correct?
a. I need to contact your surgeon so your questions can be answered
b. I can answer any questions that you might have regarding your surgery.
c. As long as you are comfortable, then you may sign the consent form.
d. Maybe you should call your surgeon to be sure it is okay to sign the consent.
9. A client has a head injury and is presenting with signs and symptoms of increased intracranial pressure.
Which nursing intervention would be helpful in reducing this pressure?
a. Place the neck in a neutral position to promote venous drainage
b. Suction hourly to stimulate the cough reflex
c. Add extra blankets to keep the client warm.
d. Turn the client frequently to prevent skin impairment
10. A client has recently suffered a stroke with left-sided weakness. The nurse assesses for dysphagia,
especially with thin liquids. Which nursing intervention is most helpful in assisting this patient to
swallow safely?
,a. The client should avoid all liquids.
b. Instructing to tuck the chin when swallowing
c. Give sips of water with each bite
d. Turn head to the left.
11. A client has a comminuted fracture of T6-T7, resulting in paraplegia. The nurse educates the client on
preventing autonomic dysreflexia. Which of the following is the priority intervention in this medical
emergency?
a. Scheduled bladder and bowel training
b. Choosing foods to prevent nausea
c. Avoiding food allergies
d. Preventing electrolyte imbalances
12. The nurse develops a care plan for a client recovering from surgery. What nursing
interventions will the nurse include to minimize the effects of venous stasis? a. Pillows
under the knee in a position of comfort
b. Sitting with feet flat on the floor
c. Early ambulation
d. Gentle leg massage
13. The client has an order for 0.45% sodium chloride 1 liter to infuse over 15 hours.At what rate in
mL/hr would the nurse set the infusion pump? (Round to the nearest whole number, do not use a
trailing zero.) 67mL/hr
14. A client with multiple sclerosis (MS) is receiving baclofen. The nurse determines that the drug
is effective when it causes which action?
a. Induces sleep
b. Stimulates the client9s appetite
c. Relieves muscular spasticity
d. Reduces the urine bacterial count
15. Sudden chest pain combined with dyspnea, cyanosis, and tachycardia are symptoms
associated with which of the following complications of surgery?
a. Hypovolemic shock
b. Dehiscence
c. Atelectasis
d. Pulmonary embolus
16. A client presents to the emergency department with signs of a stroke. After a computed tomography
(CT) scan, which revealed a hemorrhage, the nurse anticipates directives for which one of the following
plans? a. TPA administration
a. Call a code blue
b. Prep for a client surgery
c. Place the client in Trendelenburg
17. A client arrives in the emergency department with an ischemic stroke. Because the healthcare
team is considering tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), what should the nurse perform FIRST?
, a. Ask what medications the client is taking
b. Complete the history and health assessment
c. Identify the time of onset of the stroke
d. Determine if the client is scheduled for any surgical procedures
18. The client has presented with a basilar skull fracture. While assessing the client, the nurse notes
clear drainage from the nose with a <halo sign= and is concerned about a potential cerebrospinal
fluid (CSF) leakage. What should the nurse do next?
a. Document this as serous drainage and continue to monitor the client
b. Check for the presence of glucose in the drainage and report to the provider
c. Apply an ice pack to the nasal bridge and a large, fluffy dressing.
d. Assist the client in blowing his nose to clear secretions and re-evaluate.
19. The nurse is discussing different types of anesthesia with a group of nursing students. The student
nurse correctly identifies which type of anesthesia requires both inhalation and IV administration routes?
a. General
b. Regional
c. Specific
d. Preoperative
20. The nurse is evaluating a client with a head injury and finds drainage from the client9s nose and ears.
Which of the following is the priority teaching for this client?
a. Cleanse the ear and nose with a soft cotton tipped swab and hydrogen peroxide
b. Gently suction the nasal cavity to reduce the amount of secretions
c. Wipe the nose or ears, but do not blow the nose or place anything in the ear
d. Place a pressure dressing over the affected areas to reduce leakage.
21. The nurse is assisting with the sponge and instrument count in the operating room. Which
operative phase does this occur in?
a. Perioperative phase
b. Preoperative phase
c. Intraoperative phase
d. Postoperative phase
22. A client has been diagnosed with an ischemic stroke. The nurse realizes this client cannot have
fibrinolytic therapy until which vital sign is addressed and treated? a. Blood pressure of 220/120
mm HG
b. Oxygen saturation of 92%
c. A heart rate of 86 bpm
d. RR of 24 bpm
23. During a nutritional therapy class, the nurse educates a group of migraine sufferers on foods that may
worsen headaches. The clients are advised to avoid which of the following food choices? (SATA)
a. Yogurt
b. Caffeine
c. Beef
d. Pears
e. Marinated food
f. milk
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