Scheda di esercizi di Fondamenti di infermieristica con soluzioni

Which pulse do trained healthcare staff usually check in an unresponsive adult?

1. AThe temporal pulse at the side of the head
2. BThe radial pulse at the wrist
3. CThe carotid pulse in the neck
4. DThe pedal pulse on the foot

Qual è lo scopo principale di cambiare regolarmente posizione a un paziente allettato?

1. ATenere pulito il letto
2. BPrevenire le lesioni da pressione
3. CAbbassare la pressione arteriosa
4. DMigliorare l'appetito

Quale posizione è migliore per un paziente cosciente con difficoltà respiratoria?

1. ASeduto eretto (posizione di Fowler alta)
2. BSupino piatto
3. CPosizione di Trendelenburg, con la testa più in basso dei piedi
4. DProno

A caller says they are a patient's daughter and asks for details of the patient's condition. What should the nurse do?

1. AGive full details, as close family members have a right to know
2. BHang up without saying anything
3. CRead out the latest notes over the phone
4. DCheck the patient's wishes and the caller's identity first

Why is a patient with a suspected spinal injury moved by log-rolling?

1. AIt is the fastest way to turn any patient, whatever their condition
2. BIt keeps the head, neck and spine aligned as one unit
3. CIt lets the patient help with the turn
4. DIt reduces the number of staff needed

How should a nurse speak to a patient with hearing loss?

1. AShout loudly from behind the patient so they can hear every word
2. BCover the mouth to stop background noise
3. CFace the patient and speak clearly at a normal pace
4. DSpeak very fast to keep the message short

A patient with diabetes has had foot-care teaching. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"I'll dry carefully between my toes after washing."
2. B"I'll check my feet every day, using a mirror if needed."
3. C"I'll soak my feet in hot water every evening."
4. D"I'll wear shoes that fit well and never walk barefoot."

A small fire starts in a patient's room. What is the first action?

1. AMove the patient away from immediate danger
2. BGo and find the fire safety officer to ask what should be done
3. CTry to put out the fire with water
4. DOpen the windows to let out the smoke