Scheda di esercizi di Fondamenti di infermieristica con soluzioni

What is the main effect of applying cold to a new sprain?

1. ABlood vessels narrow, reducing swelling and pain
2. BBlood vessels widen, bringing more blood to the area
3. CThe bones heal more quickly
4. DThe muscles relax and stretch more easily

Why might a patient be given thickened fluids?

1. AThey have difficulty swallowing thin liquids safely
2. BThey are allergic to water
3. CThey have a stomach ulcer
4. DThey need more calories than they can get from food

Una pressione arteriosa di 150/95 mmHg misurata più volte a riposo è:

1. ANormale
2. BBassa
3. CAlta
4. DNormale per qualsiasi adulto sopra i 40 anni

How can a patient reduce pain when coughing after abdominal surgery?

1. ALie flat on their back with arms by their sides
2. BAvoid coughing completely until the stitches have been removed
3. CHold a pillow firmly against the wound while coughing
4. DCough while bending forward with no support

Un paziente parla poco l'inglese. Chi dovrebbe fare da interprete durante un importante colloquio per il consenso?

1. AQualsiasi membro del personale che conosca qualche parola della lingua
2. BUn interprete professionista in ambito sanitario
3. CUn visitatore del letto accanto
4. DIl figlio piccolo del paziente

Quali misure aiutano a prevenire la stitichezza nei pazienti ricoverati?

1. ATrattenere lo stimolo a evacuare
2. BLimitare i liquidi e restare a letto per far riposare l'intestino
3. CEvitare frutta e verdura
4. DLiquidi adeguati, fibre alimentari e movimento

During a handover the nurse notices a colleague is sharing patient details loudly in a busy corridor. What should the nurse do?

1. AIgnore it, as handover is part of care
2. BSuggest moving the handover to a private place
3. CReport the colleague to the police
4. DJoin in to finish the handover more quickly

A patient on regular paracetamol (acetaminophen) also takes an over-the-counter cold and flu remedy. Why is this a concern?

1. AThere is no concern, as cold remedies contain no drugs
2. BCold remedies stop paracetamol from working, so the pain will not be controlled
3. CParacetamol makes cold remedies cause drowsiness
4. DMany cold remedies also contain paracetamol, risking liver damage