Scheda di esercizi di Fondamenti di infermieristica con soluzioni

Over which artery is the stethoscope placed when measuring blood pressure on the arm?

1. AThe ulnar artery
2. BThe radial artery
3. CThe carotid artery
4. DThe brachial artery

Which of these is a closed question?

1. A"How are you feeling today?"
2. B"What worries you about going home?"
3. C"Do you have any pain now?"
4. D"Can you tell me about your pain?"

Which type of mattress helps prevent pressure ulcers in high-risk patients?

1. AA firm mattress with a plastic cover only
2. BA pressure-redistributing mattress
3. CA mattress with extra blankets on top
4. DA thin foam pad placed on the floor

While wearing sterile gloves, where should the nurse keep their hands?

1. AResting on the edge of the sterile field
2. BAbove waist level and in sight
3. CBehind the back when not in use
4. DFolded under the armpits to keep warm

A large pressure ulcer is left open and fills in with new tissue from its base. This is called healing by:

1. ATertiary intention
2. BPrimary intention
3. CSecondary intention
4. DDelayed intention

A patient has just finished a glass of iced water. How should this affect taking an oral temperature?

1. AWait about 15–30 minutes, as the reading may be falsely low
2. BTake it straight away, as cold drinks do not affect the mouth
3. CAdd half a degree to the reading to correct for the drink
4. DUse the reading but only if the patient says they feel warm

A recently discharged patient sends the nurse a friend request on social media. What is the most appropriate response?

1. AAccept it, since the patient has gone home
2. BDecline it, to keep a professional boundary
3. CAccept it and ask how they are getting on
4. DAccept it but only post about work

A patient opens their eyes only to pain, makes incomprehensible sounds and withdraws from a painful stimulus. What is the Glasgow Coma Scale score?

1. A6
2. B8
3. C9
4. D11