Scheda di esercizi di Infermieristica clinica con soluzioni

Which of these intravenous fluids is isotonic?

1. A8,4% sodium bicarbonate
2. B10% glucose
3. C3% sodium chloride
4. D0,9% sodium chloride

Which hormone made by the kidneys stimulates red blood cell production?

1. AErythropoietin
2. BInsulin
3. CThyroxine
4. DAldosterone

Which group of findings suggests fluid overload?

1. AWeight loss, sunken eyes and a dry mouth
2. BDry mouth, thirst, dark urine and a rapid weak pulse
3. CSwollen ankles, breathlessness, lung crackles and weight gain
4. DLow jugular venous pressure and cool skin

Why are patients encouraged to use an incentive spirometer after abdominal surgery?

1. ATo strengthen the abdominal muscles around the wound
2. BTo encourage deep breaths that prevent atelectasis and chest infection
3. CTo lower their heart rate before mobilising
4. DTo measure their lung function so the result can go in the discharge letter

Which group of features is typical of nephrotic syndrome?

1. AHeavy proteinuria, low serum albumin and oedema
2. BPolyuria, thirst and weight loss
3. CBlood in the urine, high blood pressure and reduced urine output only
4. DSevere loin pain and fever

A patient with DKA has an arterial blood gas showing a low pH and a low bicarbonate. Which disturbance is this?

1. ARespiratory alkalosis
2. BRespiratory acidosis
3. CMetabolic acidosis
4. DMetabolic alkalosis

An older patient has fallen several times since starting a new medicine. Which drug group is most likely to contribute?

1. ALubricating eye drops
2. BEmollient creams applied to the legs
3. CBenzodiazepine sleeping tablets
4. DVitamin D supplements

A patient going home with a leg cast is taught about cast care. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"I will keep the cast dry."
2. B"I will come back if my toes go numb or turn blue."
3. C"I will keep my leg raised on pillows for the first few days."
4. D"I can push a knitting needle down the cast to scratch an itch."