1.Priorità e delegaMedia
A patient on hemodialysis has an arteriovenous fistula in the left arm. Which instruction should the nurse give the nursing assistant?
- AKeep the left arm wrapped tightly in a bandage at night
- BMeasure blood pressure on the left arm only, every 4 hours
- CDo not measure blood pressure on the left arm
- DHelp the patient carry shopping bags on the left arm
2.Priorità e delegaDifficile
A patient has a wrist restraint. The nurse finds the fingers on that hand pale, cool and tingling. What should the nurse do first?
- ARaise the arm on a pillow and check again in two hours
- BTighten the restraint so the patient moves less
- CDocument the finding and continue with the medication round
- DLoosen the restraint and assess the circulation
3.Controllo delle infezioni e sicurezza del pazienteMedia
Why is keeping a patient warm (normothermia) during surgery part of infection prevention?
- AWarmth sterilizes the surgical site
- BCold makes bacteria grow faster in the operating room air and on the drapes
- CLow body temperature reduces blood flow and immune function in the wound
- DWarm patients do not need antibiotic prophylaxis
4.Controllo delle infezioni e sicurezza del pazienteDifficile
A nurse teaches an older adult about preventing falls at home. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?
- A“I use night lights between my bedroom and the bathroom.”
- B“I keep small rugs in the hall so my feet stay warm.”
- C“I wear shoes with non-slip soles around the house.”
- D“I had grab bars put in next to the toilet.”
5.Valori di laboratorio ed elettrolitiMedia
A patient had a total thyroidectomy yesterday. Which laboratory value is most important to monitor in the first days after surgery?
- ASerum glucose
- BSerum sodium
- CSerum potassium
- DSerum calcium
6.Valori di laboratorio ed elettrolitiDifficile
Arrivano quattro risultati di laboratorio. Su quale deve intervenire per primo l'infermiere?
- ASodio 137 mEq/L in un paziente ricoverato ieri per polmonite
- BPotassio 6,6 mEq/L in un paziente con IRC che ha una nuova debolezza muscolare
- CGlicemia 140 mg/dL (7,8 mmol/L) dopo un pasto in un paziente con diabete
- DEmoglobina 11,8 g/dL (118 g/L) in un paziente con malattia renale cronica
7.Infermieristica clinicaMedia
What should a patient starting oral iron tablets be told?
- ATheir urine will turn bright green
- BThe tablets will cause weight loss
- CTheir stools may turn dark or black
- DThey must take the tablets with strong tea
8.Infermieristica clinicaDifficile
A patient is taught to self-inject low-molecular-weight heparin. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?
- A"I will inject into the fatty tissue of my abdomen."
- B"I will rub the area firmly after the injection."
- C"I will report any unusual bleeding or bruising."
- D"I will change the injection site each time."
9.Area medico-chirurgica: cardiovascolare e respiratoriaMedia
Which ECG pattern is typical of acute pericarditis?
- ATall peaked T waves with a wide QRS
- BST elevation only in leads II, III and aVF with Q waves
- CWidespread saddle-shaped ST elevation with PR depression
- DA sawtooth baseline with a regular ventricular rate
10.Area medico-chirurgica: cardiovascolare e respiratoriaDifficile
Minutes after an IV antibiotic is started, a patient has wheeze, swollen lips, a rash and BP 78/44 mmHg. The infusion has been stopped and help called. What is the next priority?
- AGive intramuscular adrenaline (epinephrine)
- BGive an oral antihistamine tablet and observe for an hour
- CGive a nebulised salbutamol dose only
- DRestart the infusion at a slower rate
11.Area medico-chirurgica: neurologica, endocrina e renaleMedia
Quale reperto urinario distingue meglio il diabete insipido dalla SIADH?
- AIl DI dà urina concentrata; la SIADH dà urina diluita
- BIl DI dà urina diluita; la SIADH dà urina concentrata
- CEntrambe le condizioni danno urina molto concentrata
- DIl DI dà glucosio nelle urine; la SIADH dà proteine
12.Area medico-chirurgica: neurologica, endocrina e renaleDifficile
A patient with a known ureteric stone develops a fever of 39 °C (102,2 °F) and rigors. Scanning shows a blocked, swollen kidney. What is needed?
- AA fluid restriction to reduce the swelling
- BStrong pain relief alone, then discharge
- CUrgent drainage of the kidney plus IV antibiotics
- DOral antibiotics and waiting for the stone to pass
13.Area medico-chirurgica: gastrointestinale, perioperatoria e oncologicaMedia
Why should antacids usually be taken at a different time from other medicines?
- AThey make all other drugs much more toxic
- BThey can reduce the absorption of many other drugs
- CThey destroy other drugs before they are swallowed
- DThey stop the kidneys from clearing other drugs
14.Area medico-chirurgica: gastrointestinale, perioperatoria e oncologicaDifficile
A nurse teaches a patient after a laparoscopic fundoplication for reflux. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?
- A"I'll eat soft, moist food at first and chew it well."
- B"I should eat smaller meals for a while after the operation."
- C"Fizzy drinks will help me bring up wind after meals."
- D"Some difficulty swallowing can happen in the early weeks."