Scheda di esercizi di Infermieristica clinica con soluzioni

The term "pyrexia" means:

1. AA fast breathing rate
2. BA raised body temperature
3. CA low body temperature
4. DA slow heart rate

The term "haematuria" means:

1. ABlood in the stool
2. BBlood in the urine
3. CBlood in the sputum
4. DBlood in the vomit

Stridor, a harsh noise heard mainly on breathing in, is a sign of:

1. ANarrowing or obstruction of the upper airway
2. BFluid collecting in the bases of both lungs
3. CMild constipation
4. DNormal breathing during sleep

Modern wound care generally aims to keep a healing wound bed:

1. ACompletely dry and open to the air
2. BMoist but not wet
3. CSoaked in antiseptic solution every day
4. DTightly packed with dry gauze

What is the best way to protect the heels of a bed-bound patient from pressure damage?

1. AApply a tight bandage to the heels
2. BMassage the heels firmly several times a day to help circulation
3. CRest the heels on a rolled-up towel
4. DOffload the heels so they do not touch the mattress

Which factor is most likely to slow wound healing?

1. AGood blood glucose control
2. BA diet rich in protein
3. CSmoking
4. DAdequate fluid intake

A hypotensive postoperative patient is given a fluid bolus. Which findings suggest a good response?

1. AThe heart rate falls, blood pressure rises and urine output improves
2. BThe capillary refill time becomes longer
3. CThe respiratory rate rises and new lung crackles appear
4. DThe heart rate rises further and the patient becomes more confused

A patient has new facial weakness. Which feature suggests a stroke rather than Bell's palsy?

1. AThe patient has had a recent cold
2. BThe forehead can still be wrinkled on the affected side
3. CThe whole of one side of the face, including the forehead, is weak
4. DThe patient has pain behind the ear