उत्तरों सहित नैदानिक नर्सिंग वर्कशीट

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

1. A95–105 mmol/L
2. B3.5–5.0 mmol/L
3. C135–145 mmol/L
4. D2.2–2.6 mmol/L

Which group of findings suggests fluid overload?

1. ASwollen ankles, breathlessness, lung crackles and weight gain
2. BWeight loss, sunken eyes and a dry mouth
3. CLow jugular venous pressure and cool skin
4. DDry mouth, thirst, dark urine and a rapid weak pulse

Who is responsible for obtaining a patient's informed consent for surgery?

1. AThe theatre porter
2. BThe clinician doing the procedure, or a suitably trained delegate
3. CThe patient's closest relative or the person named as next of kin
4. DThe ward nurse who admits the patient on the day of surgery

A patient taking a statin reports unexplained muscle pain and weakness. What should the nurse do?

1. AReport it, as statins can cause muscle damage
2. BReassure them that this is a sign the drug is working
3. CAdvise more vigorous exercise to work through it
4. DTell them to double the dose

Which equipment must always be kept at the bedside of a patient with a tracheostomy?

1. AA blood pressure cuff and a spare nasal cannula and oxygen mask only
2. BA blood glucose meter and a spare urinary catheter of the same size
3. CA peak flow meter and a nebuliser
4. DSpare tracheostomy tubes, including one a size smaller, and working suction

A patient with pneumonia is breathless and coughing up thick sputum. Which nursing measure helps most with breathing?

1. ARestricting all oral fluids
2. BLying the patient flat so that they can rest and conserve energy
3. CDiscouraging coughing to save energy
4. DSitting the patient upright and supporting them to clear secretions

हेपरिन इन्फ़्यूज़न ले रहे मरीज़ में शुरू करने के पाँच दिन बाद प्लेटलेट अचानक गिर जाते हैं। किस पर संदेह करना चाहिए?

1. Aकम आहार के कारण विटामिन K की कमी
2. Bहेपरिन-प्रेरित थ्रॉम्बोसाइटोपेनिया
3. Cआयरन की कमी वाला एनीमिया
4. Dहेपरिन की सामान्य प्रतिक्रिया

A patient rescued from a house fire has soot around the mouth, singed nasal hairs and a hoarse voice. What is the main concern?

1. AAirway swelling from inhalation injury
2. BDehydration from sweating
3. CHypothermia from the fire service water
4. DA minor throat infection