Scheda di esercizi di Infermieristica clinica con soluzioni

The term "proteinuria" means:

1. AToo much protein in the diet
2. BPainful passing of urine
3. CLow protein in the blood
4. DProtein in the urine

How should nursing records be written?

1. AIn pencil so that mistakes can be rubbed out
2. BUsing personal abbreviations that only the nurse who wrote them understands
3. CAccurately and as soon as possible after the event, with date, time and signature
4. DAt the end of the week, written from memory in one go to save time

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

1. ANormal breathing during sleep
2. BFluid collecting in the bases of both lungs
3. CNarrowing or obstruction of the upper airway
4. DMild constipation

Why should a urinary catheter drainage bag be kept below the level of the bladder?

1. ATo keep the urine warm
2. BTo stop the catheter from falling out
3. CTo prevent urine flowing back into the bladder
4. DTo make the bag easier for the nurse to empty

Which advice should be given to a patient with a new permanent pacemaker?

1. ANever raise the arm on that side again
2. BTell staff about the pacemaker before any MRI scan or procedure
3. CStop all heart medicines straight away
4. DAvoid using all household electrical appliances such as kettles

After a needlestick injury from a patient known to have HIV, why must the nurse report it immediately?

1. AThe nurse must be tested for HIV the same day to confirm infection
2. BThe patient will need antibiotics
3. CThe needle must be sent for culture
4. DPost-exposure prophylaxis works best when started as soon as possible

A nurse teaches a patient with reflux disease. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"I will raise the head of my bed with blocks."
2. B"A big meal just before bed is fine if I take my tablet."
3. C"I will try to lose some weight over the next months."
4. D"I will cut down on alcohol."

A healthcare assistant reports four observations. Which one needs the nurse's immediate action?

1. A"Ms Ali has walked to the bathroom on her own."
2. B"Mrs Jones would like a cup of tea and her glasses cleaned."
3. C"Mr Patel's breathing rate is 8 a minute and he's hard to wake."
4. D"Mr Chen's blood pressure is 128/80 as usual."