NU 372 FINAL ACTUAL EXAM

NU 372 FINAL ACTUAL EXAM

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A client is prescribed rifampin after being exposed to active tuberculosis. Which finding would the nurse immediately report to the health care provider? Select all that apply. - ANSWER- Small, red, pinpoint areas on the arms

A client is being admitted to a medical unit with a diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis. Which type of room would the nurse assign this client? - ANSWER- Negative-airflow room

A client arrives at a health clinic stating, "I am here to have my tuberculin skin test read." The nurse notes that there is a 7-mm indurated area at the injection site.Which statement made by the nurse correctly describes this result? - ANSWER- "The result indicates that you are infected with the tuberculosis organism."

A client with tuberculosis receives instructions regarding isoniazid (INH) therapy from the assigned nurse. Which client statement indicates a misunderstanding of the content? - ANSWER- "I should apply sunscreen and wear sun-protective clothing while going outside."

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Rationale: This medication is not a photosensitive medication. All the rest of the statements are accurate.

The nurse identifies 12 mm of induration at the site of a client's tuberculin purified protein derivative (PPD) test. Which rationale would the nurse use to explain this test? - ANSWER- The result indicates a need for further tests and a chest x-ray.

Rationale: The test result is positive, not negative; thus further testing is necessary.It is the most accurate skin test for tuberculosis (TB) because of the testing material and the intradermal method used

Which clinical manifestations are associated with a diagnosis of tuberculosis?Select all that apply. - ANSWER- Hemoptysis Anorexia Night sweats

Which client is at an increased risk for hospital-acquired pneumonia? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. - ANSWER- The client who was admitted to the hospital 5 days ago for abdominal pain

Rationale: Hospital-acquired pneumonia occurs in non-intubated clients and begins 48 hours after admission. A client admitted 5 days ago with abdominal pain would meet the criteria and is at increased risk for hospital-acquired pneumonia. A client admitted the previous day has not been in the hospital at least 48 hours. A client on mechanical ventilation is intubated and does not meet the criteria for hospital- acquired pneumonia. A client who has been on an airplane with other ill individuals would be at risk for community-acquired pneumonia. A client in the emergency department has not been admitted to the hospital.

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An older client with shortness of breath is admitted to the hospital. The medical history reveals and a diagnosis of pneumonia 3 days ago. Which vital sign assessment would be seen as a sign that the client needs immediate medical

attention? - ANSWER- Oxygen saturation: 89%

Rationale: An oxygen saturation of less than 90% observed in a client with

pneumonia indicates that the client is at risk of respiratory depression.

When caring for a client with pneumonia, which nursing intervention is the highest priority? - ANSWER- Employ breathing exercises and controlled coughing

When a client has difficulty swallowing after a stroke, which action by the nurse would be most important in preventing pneumonia? - ANSWER- Having suction available during meals

When a client with pneumonia is experiencing dyspnea because of difficulty expectorating thick respiratory secretions, which action by the nurse will be most helpful? - ANSWER- Offer fluids at frequent intervals

A client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and cryptococcal pneumonia frequently is incontinent of feces and urine and produces copious sputum. When giving this client a bath, which protective equipment would the nurse use? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct - ANSWER- Surgical mask Gown Gloves

Rationale: A gown, mask, and gloves when bathing the client prevent contact with feces, sputum, or other body fluids during intimate body care

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A client is admitted with cellulitis of the left leg and a temperature of 103°F (39.4°C). The primary health care provider prescribes intravenous (IV) antibiotics.Which action is the priority before administering the antibiotics? - ANSWER- Determine the client's allergies.

Which clinical manifestation is associated with cellulitis? - ANSWER- Lymphadenopathy (swelling of the lymph nodes)

Which assessment findings would the nurse identify in a client with clinical manifestations of rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct - ANSWER- *Development of antinuclear antibodies *Inflammatory disease pattern *Bilateral involvement of metacarpophalangeal joints

When developing the plan of care for a client with rheumatoid arthritis, which client consideration would the nurse include? - ANSWER- Comfort

A client arrives for an influenza vaccination and reports a low-grade fever with a cough. Which action would the nurse take next? - ANSWER- Check the temperature and current history.

Which intervention would the nurse perform to prevent disease transmission when caring for a hospitalized client with influenza? - ANSWER- Don a mask in the room

Which nursing action will be most helpful in preventing the transmission of influenza in crowded communities? - ANSWER- Educating about the importance of having annual vaccinations

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