Pulmonary Injury Quiz

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Which of the following skills is typically reserved for the RN?

Dressing changes

Foley catheter insertion

Nasotracheal suctioning

IV medication administration (correct)

Which of the following tasks should be assigned to the LPN?

Assessment of an unstable client

Monitoring vital signs during blood transfusion

Nasogastric tube insertion (correct)

Intravenous medication administration

Which of the following legal terms involves disclosing medical information without client consent?

Invasion of privacy (correct)

Battery

False imprisonment

Assault

Which of the following actions is considered battery?

Making physical contact with the client without permission Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the five rights of delegation?

Adequate staffing, resources, and supervision available Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors should a nurse consider when assigning rooms to clients?

Infection control and physical location Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse consider when seeking to apply research findings in practice?

Similarities between the research study population and the client population Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the focus of hospice care?

To provide comfort measures and pain relief Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of battery?

Touching without consent Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate action to take if a caregiver's performance is below the standard of care?

Notify the appropriate authority Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential manifestation of Guillain-Barre syndrome?

Muscle weakness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication of abdominal surgery and vomiting/dry heaving?

Increased risk for infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for a nurse when a client who has undergone extensive abdominal surgery is nauseated and dry heaving?

Administer an antiemetic medication Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an interpreter in healthcare settings?

To clarify the accuracy of translation Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate action for a nurse in the event of a visitor emergency with sudden onset of headache and numbness in half of the body?

Implement facility protocol to help the visitor get to the emergency department promptly Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms are typically absent initially in a client with lung contusion?

Dyspnea Signup and view all the answers

What does an oxygen saturation of 90% indicate in a client with lung contusion?

Hypoxemia Signup and view all the answers

Which principle refers to treating all clients fairly without bias?

Justice Signup and view all the answers

Which condition should be ruled out first in a client with nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain?

Diabetic ketoacidosis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms is NOT commonly associated with hypoglycemia in an infant?

Elevated body temperature Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a red flag in a neonate?

Rectal temperature of 99.5°F (37.5°C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial priority nursing intervention for a client with bronchiolitis?

Perform frequent suctioning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is commonly associated with an increased risk of hemorrhage in clients with alcoholic cirrhosis?

Esophageal varices Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key focus in the care of clients with ALS?

Maintaining respiratory function Signup and view all the answers

In the context of quality improvement, what does a unit quality improvement committee assess?

Process standards and clinical issues Signup and view all the answers

When is bed rest required for a client with deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

Bed rest is no longer required for DVT Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hospice?

To provide palliative care for individuals with chronic illness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a priority nursing action for clients who have been exposed to a chemical or radioactive agent during a mass casualty disaster?

Assist clients with complete decontamination before providing care Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a classic manifestation of fat embolism syndrome in clients with pelvic or long-bone fractures?

Respiratory distress, mental status changes, and petechiae Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a nurse case manager in a hospital setting?

Coordinate care and communication between healthcare providers Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of sepsis neonatorum in newborns?

Subtle changes like irritability and poor feeding Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with toxic megacolon?

Tachycardia Signup and view all the answers

What is the priority intervention for a client with acute pyelonephritis?

Start IV fluids Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for changing linens for a client in Buck's traction?

Changing linens from top to bottom Signup and view all the answers

What is a major lifelong complication in clients without a functioning spleen?

Overwhelming bacterial infection Signup and view all the answers