Latest!! Medical-Surgical: Complete
Mock Exam *Q&A* |Verified Study Set|
2024/2025
A nurse is caring for a patient who is post-operative following a total knee arthroplasty. What is
the most critical assessment to perform during the first 24 hours post-surgery?
Assessing the patient’s p...
Latest!! Medical-Surgical: Complete
Mock Exam *Q&A* |Verified Study Set|
2024/2025
A nurse is caring for a patient who is post-operative following a total knee arthroplasty. What is
the most critical assessment to perform during the first 24 hours post-surgery?
Assessing the patient’s pain level and managing it appropriately.
Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely to occur in a patient with chronic kidney disease?
A. Hypernatremia
B. Hypocalcemia
C. Hyperkalemia
D. Hypomagnesemia
C. Hyperkalemia
A patient with congestive heart failure is experiencing shortness of breath. Which position should
the nurse assist the patient into for optimal comfort?
A. Supine
B. High Fowler's
C. Lateral
D. Trendelenburg
B. High Fowler's
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,What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient experiencing a myocardial infarction?
Administer oxygen and monitor vital signs closely.
A patient has been diagnosed with pneumonia. Which of the following signs would the nurse
expect to see during the assessment?
A. Bradycardia
B. Fever
C. Hypotension
D. Hypoglycemia
B. Fever
In caring for a patient with a nasogastric (NG) tube, which of the following actions is essential to
prevent complications?
A. Check tube placement before each use
B. Change the NG tube every 24 hours
C. Provide oral care twice a day
D. Use sterile technique for all procedures
A. Check tube placement before each use
What are common signs of anaphylactic shock that a nurse should monitor for?
Swelling of the face and difficulty breathing.
Which nursing intervention is a priority for a patient with a new colostomy?
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, A. Teach the patient about dietary restrictions
B. Assess the stoma for color and output
C. Provide emotional support
D. Review signs of infection
B. Assess the stoma for color and output
A patient is receiving warfarin therapy. Which lab test should the nurse monitor to assess the
effectiveness of the medication?
A. Complete blood count
B. Prothrombin time (PT)
C. Liver function tests
D. Creatinine level
B. Prothrombin time (PT)
What is the expected output for a patient with a newly inserted indwelling urinary catheter?
A. 30-50 mL/hour
B. 60-100 mL/hour
C. 100-200 mL/hour
D. 200-300 mL/hour
B. 60-100 mL/hour
A patient presents to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain, fever, and elevated
white blood cell count. What should the nurse suspect?
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