Scheda di esercizi di Fondamenti di infermieristica con soluzioni

Which PPE is normally worn for contact precautions when giving direct care?

1. ANo PPE is needed
2. BGloves and an apron or gown
3. CEye protection only
4. DA respirator mask only

What does "glycosuria" mean?

1. APus in the urine
2. BGlucose in the urine
3. CProtein in the urine
4. DBlood in the urine

Che cosa devi fare con un ago usato dopo un'iniezione?

1. AGettarlo nei rifiuti indifferenziati
2. BReincappucciarlo con attenzione usando entrambe le mani
3. CGettarlo subito in un contenitore per taglienti senza reincappucciarlo
4. DLasciarlo sul vassoio per smaltirlo al termine della procedura

Why is nail varnish or false nails often removed before surgery?

1. AThey can catch fire from the electrical equipment used in theatre
2. BThey make the anaesthetic work less well
3. CThey are a common cause of wound infection
4. DThey can affect pulse oximetry and checking skin colour

A patient starts regular morphine. What is usually prescribed alongside it to prevent a common side effect?

1. AAn antibiotic
2. BA diuretic
3. CA laxative
4. DAn antihistamine

A patient says, "I've never seen this tablet before," as the nurse offers it. What should the nurse do?

1. AStop and recheck the prescription before giving it
2. BLeave the tablet on the table for the patient to take later
3. CReassure the patient that the tablet is correct and give it
4. DGive half the tablet until the doctor visits

In an emergency a doctor gives a verbal order for a medicine. What should the nurse do?

1. AGive it and tell the doctor nothing more
2. BAsk another nurse to remember the order
3. CRefuse to give any medicine until a written prescription has been completed
4. DWrite it down, read it back and make sure it is signed later as per policy

During tracheal suction a patient's SpO₂ falls from 95% to 85% and the heart rate drops. What should the nurse do?

1. AStop suctioning and give oxygen until the patient recovers
2. BInsert the catheter further into the airway
3. CIncrease the suction pressure to finish faster
4. DContinue until all the secretions have been removed from the airway