The minimum educational requirement for a nurse practitioner is: 1. Diploma in nursing 2. Master’s in nursing 3. Doctorate in nursing 4. Baccalaureate in nursing ANSWER ANS: 2 A master’s degree is nursing is required to become a nurse practitioner. Diploma programs in nursing require 3 years of education after which the graduate may […]
The nurse instructs the male client that the protocol for testicular self-examination is to: 1. Perform the examination annually after age 35 2. Use both hands to roll the testicles and feel the consistency 3. Perform the examination before bathing or showering 4. Contact the physician if a cordlike structure is felt on the top […]
A confused client on a ventilator was restrained to prevent him from pulling out his endotracheal tube. Which of the following could be a possible alternative measure that the nurse could use to avoid the use of the restraints? 1. Orient the client to the environment and explain the need for the endotracheal tube. 2. […]
The nurse is providing care for a client who postoperatively has developed an infected incisional wound and is depressed and anorexic. Which of the following nursing interventions has priority? 1. Sterile wound care 2. Frequent small meals 3. Administration of antidepressant medication 4. Educating the client regarding wound care at home ANSWER ANS: 1 […]
According to Orem’s self-care deficit theory, people are assisted through which of the following methods of helping? 1. Balancing rest. 2. Teaching. 3. Supporting. 4. Guiding. 5. Preventing hazards to life. ANSWER Correct Answer: 2,3,4,5 Rationale 1: Balancing rest and preventing hazards to life are part of the universal requisites of Orem’s self-care needs. […]
A client is being discharged after a surgical procedure. On what should the nurse instruct the client to reduce the risk of infection? 1. Hand-washing technique 2. The importance of adequate nutrition 3. Covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing 4. Increasing contact with others 5. Restricting rest period ANSWER Correct Answer: […]
Which of the following statements made by a nurse practitioner best reflects an understanding of the availability of clinical practice guidelines? 1. “Clinical guidelines are so very helpful in providing the most up-to-date nursing care.” 2. “I’m sure we could get a team together and develop a pressure ulcer prevention protocol or search sites for […]
In preparing a teaching plan for adult clients in a cancer support group, the nurse incorporates evidence-based information. The nurse recognizes that evidence obtained about adult learners has identified that this group prefers: 1. Computer-assisted instruction 2. Traditional classroom settings 3. Long sessions with plenty of technical information 4. Interesting personal communication techniques ANSWER […]
The staff development instructor planning self-concept development classes for staff nurses is going to include information to improve the nurses’ self-concept along with information to use with clients. Why is the information for nurses important? 1. The nurse’s self-concept is more important than the client’s. 2. Poor self-concept is the number-one reason for nursing burnout. […]
A client who has been severely burned has been taught meditation techniques to help manage the stress of his recovery period. The nurse recognizes which of the following assessment findings as most conclusive of the effectiveness of the intervention? 1. The client stating, “I like to meditate” 2. Observing the client in a meditative pose […]
