1.Prioriteren en delegerenGemiddeld
A patient on hemodialysis has an arteriovenous fistula in the left arm. Which instruction should the nurse give the nursing assistant?
- AHelp the patient carry shopping bags on the left arm
- BDo not measure blood pressure on the left arm
- CKeep the left arm wrapped tightly in a bandage at night
- DMeasure blood pressure on the left arm only, every 4 hours
2.Prioriteren en delegerenMoeilijk
A patient with untreated hyperthyroidism has surgery and develops a temperature of 40 °C, a heart rate of 160/min and severe agitation. What is most likely happening?
- AOpioid withdrawal
- BThyroid storm
- CA normal reaction to pain
- DMyxedema coma
3.Infectiepreventie en patiëntveiligheidGemiddeld
A new antibiotic is prescribed for a patient. What should the nurse check before giving the first dose?
- AOnly the time of the patient’s last meal and drink
- BThe patient’s allergies, by checking the record and asking the patient
- CThe patient’s preferred pharmacy
- DOnly the patient’s blood pressure and pulse before giving the drug
4.Infectiepreventie en patiëntveiligheidMoeilijk
A nurse has a needlestick from a patient whose HIV and hepatitis status is unknown. What should happen?
- AThe nurse is assumed to be infected and stops all work
- BThe nurse waits six months before having any blood tests at all
- CThe source patient is tested per policy, and the nurse has baseline tests
- DNothing, because the source patient is probably not infected
5.Laboratoriumwaarden en elektrolytenGemiddeld
A patient with a potassium of 2,8 mEq/L has potassium chloride prescribed IV. Which statement about giving it is correct?
- AIt is added to the IV bag without mixing, so it stays at the bottom
- BIt may be given as a slow IV push over one minute if the level is very low
- CIt is given as an undiluted bolus into a large vein to avoid irritation
- DIt is always diluted and given by infusion pump, never as an IV push
6.Laboratoriumwaarden en elektrolytenMoeilijk
A man of Mediterranean descent develops dark urine, jaundice and a falling hemoglobin a few days after eating fava beans. Which condition is most likely?
- AIron-deficiency anemia from poor diet
- BSickle cell crisis with vaso-occlusion
- CG6PD deficiency with acute hemolysis
- DVitamin B12 deficiency anemia
7.Klinische verpleegkundeGemiddeld
Which measure helps prevent delirium in older inpatients?
- AReorientation, glasses and hearing aids in use, and good sleep and hydration
- BMoving the patient to a different bed each night to give them a change of scene
- CKeeping the lights on all night
- DRestricting fluids to avoid incontinence
8.Klinische verpleegkundeMoeilijk
A patient on an unfractionated heparin infusion is also started on warfarin. Which tests are used to monitor each drug?
- APlatelet count for both drugs
- BD-dimer for both drugs
- CAPTT for heparin and INR for warfarin
- DINR for heparin and APTT for warfarin
9.Medisch-chirurgisch: cardiovasculair en respiratoirGemiddeld
After an acute coronary syndrome, a patient with a normal cholesterol level is prescribed a high-intensity statin. Why?
- AStatins work as painkillers for chest pain
- BStatins are needed only if the cholesterol level is very high
- CStatins reduce further events whatever the starting cholesterol
- DStatins are given after an ACS mainly to lower the blood pressure
10.Medisch-chirurgisch: cardiovasculair en respiratoirMoeilijk
Four hours after cardiac surgery, the mediastinal drain, which had been draining steadily, suddenly stops. BP falls to 84/60 mmHg, the heart rate rises and the CVP climbs. What should the nurse suspect?
- ANormal recovery, as the bleeding has stopped
- BA tension pneumothorax on the left side
- CFluid overload from intravenous fluids
- DCardiac tamponade from a clotted drain
11.Medisch-chirurgisch: neurologie, endocrinologie en nierenGemiddeld
A patient has radioactive iodine treatment for hyperthyroidism. Which advice is correct?
- AThere are no precautions, because the dose is tiny
- BLimit close contact with children and pregnant women for a time
- CStart breastfeeding again the next day
- DStay in strict isolation in hospital for several months
12.Medisch-chirurgisch: neurologie, endocrinologie en nierenMoeilijk
A nurse teaches the family of a patient on insulin how to manage a severe hypo. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?
- A"If she is unconscious, I will pour juice into her mouth."
- B"I will put her on her side and call an ambulance straight away."
- C"I will give the glucagon as I was shown."
- D"When she can swallow, I will give her a snack."
13.Medisch-chirurgisch: maag-darmstelsel, perioperatief en oncologieGemiddeld
Which monitoring is especially important for a patient receiving parenteral nutrition?
- APupil size and limb strength
- BPeak flow and visual acuity
- CBlood glucose and signs of line infection
- DBowel sounds and stool colour only
14.Medisch-chirurgisch: maag-darmstelsel, perioperatief en oncologieMoeilijk
Two days after surgery, a patient on regular ibuprofen has a low urine output and a rising creatinine, and intake has been poor. What should the nurse do?
- AGive the next dose with extra food
- BChange to a higher-strength NSAID tablet
- CIncrease the dose to treat the pain better and encourage fluids
- DWithhold the next dose and report to the prescriber