NUR 2571 PROFESSIONAL NURSING EXAM WITH BESTS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

NUR 2571 PROFESSIONAL NURSING EXAM WITH BESTS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS







A client is suspected to have rheumatoid arthritis. What commonly early clinical manifestations does the nurse assess this client carefully for?
Low-grade fever, fatigue, anorexia, with weight loss

The nurse is working with a client who has severe rheumatoid arthritis in her hands. The client
states that she is frustrated at mealtime because it is difficult for her to manage cups and silverware. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "l'll have the nursing assistants set up your meal trays while you arc in the hospital."


b. "Let's see if the occupational therapist can provide you with some utensils that are easier for you to use


Which action by the nurse is most effective to prevent becoming exposed to the Human Immunodeficiency Virus?
Always use standard precautions with all clients in the workplace


The nurse is caring for a client with AIDS who has just been diagnosed with cryptococcal meningitis. Which is the best nursing intervention for this client?
Initiate seizure precautions with padded siderails


A client with AIDS has been admitted with fever, night sweats, and weight loss of 6 pounds in
2 weeks. The client's purified protein derivative test, placed 3 days ago in the clinic, is negative. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
Place the client in Airborne precautions


A client who is receiving Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy tells the nurse, "The doctor
said that my viral load is reduced. What does this mean?" What is the nurse's best response?
The HAART medications are working well right now

What intervention does the nurse implement to provide for client safety during intradermal allergy testing?
a Stay with the client and ensure that emergency equipment is in the room.



A client has received diphenhydramine and is currently oriented but drowsy. What is the best action for the nurse to take?
Document the response and continue to monitor.
. b Have another nurse call the Rapid Response Team

A client is receiving an IV infusion of an antibiotic. The client calls the nurse about feeling uneasy and uncomfortable due to acute congestion. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?



Which skin integrity intervention best assists a client with pruritus?
a. 'Keep your fingernails cut short and keep them clean."
. "Drinking extra fluids decreases stimulation of itch receptors."
c. "Wear soft. breathable clothing made from material like cotton."
d."Avoid immersing the areas in water and dry thoroughly aftcr bathing."

A client has a furuncle in the axilla. Which statement by the client indicates a good understanding of how to care for this condition?
a. "I'll apply cortisone cream to reduce the inflammation."
b. "l will squeeze the lesion until all pus is removed."
c. "l'll keep my arm down at my side to prevent spread."
"l will cleanse the area and apply warrn compress and antibiotic cream."

The nurse is caring for four clients with asthma. Which client does the nurse assess first?
o Client with a barrel chest and clubbed fingernails


o Client with an Sa02 level of 92% at rest
 Client whose expiratory phase is longer than the inspiratory phase
d. The client whose heart rate is 120 beats/min