ورقة عمل التمريض السريري مع الإجابات

In which type of fracture does the broken bone break through the skin?

1. AA stress fracture
2. BAn open (compound) fracture
3. CA closed (simple) fracture
4. DA greenstick fracture

What is the usual normal range for serum sodium in adults (in mmol/L, numerically equal to mEq/L)?

1. A3,5–5,0 mmol/L
2. B95–105 mmol/L
3. C2,2–2,6 mmol/L
4. D135–145 mmol/L

Which of these is a common complication of prolonged bed rest?

1. ADeep vein thrombosis
2. BLower risk of pressure ulcers
3. CIncreased muscle strength
4. DImproved lung expansion

Which finding with a groin hernia needs urgent surgical review?

1. AThe lump has been present for several years without pain
2. BThe lump gets bigger when the patient coughs
3. CThe lump disappears completely when the patient lies down flat
4. DThe lump has become painful and tender and cannot be pushed back

During a red cell transfusion, when are serious acute reactions most likely to start?

1. AOnly after the unit has finished
2. BAbout 24 hours later
3. CAfter the third unit only
4. DIn the first 15 minutes

Which drug is first-line in an acute asthma attack?

1. AA nebulised or inhaled short-acting beta₂-agonist (salbutamol/albuterol)
2. BAn oral antihistamine such as cetirizine taken every few hours
3. CAn oral beta-blocker
4. DA long-acting inhaled corticosteroid, used alone at a higher dose

A nurse teaches a patient with hypertension about their medicines. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"I'll stop my tablets once my readings are normal."
2. B"I'll keep taking my tablets even if I feel well."
3. C"I'll have my blood pressure checked regularly."
4. D"I'll get up slowly from sitting."

A few hours after cardiac surgery, a patient has low blood pressure, a raised jugular venous pressure and quiet, muffled heart sounds. What should be suspected?

1. AHyperkalaemia
2. BCardiac tamponade
3. CHypovolaemia from dehydration
4. DPneumonia