Question 1

Which of the following nursing diagnoses is most likely to be seen during the preoperative phase?

Accepted Answer

A)  Body image disturbance
B)  Knowledge deficit
C)  Altered nutrition, less than bodily requirements
D)  Impaired skin integrity B

Question 2

What symptoms might the tech admitting a patient with hypernatremia expect to see?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nausea and vomiting
B)  Elevated body temperature
C)  Flaccid paralysis
D)  Distended neck veins B

Question 3

Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for the patient with sickle cell crisis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Moving and stretching swollen extremities.
B)  Educating male patients to try and hold urine in the bladder to avoid developing priapism.
C)  Providing rest in a quiet environment as much as possible.
D)  Both A and B C

Question 4

A patient is being admitted for a surgical procedure to place an abdominal catheter for continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following complications should the tech educate the patient about as they prepare for the procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diarrhea
B)  Abdominal hernia
C)  Chest pain
D)  Syncope

Question 5

The tech is planning to teach the patient cognitive techniques to help with pain control when the surgery is complete. Which of the following is an example of guided imagery?

Accepted Answer

A)  The patient repeats to themself that they will heal and be free from infection.
B)  The patient focuses on soothing thoughts of their home and family.
C)  The patient learns to change television channels until they find something they like.
D)  The patient repeatedly rehearses a favorite poem in their mind.

Question 6

What is the purpose of performing a hemoglobin test upon admission prior to surgery?

Accepted Answer

A)  To determine how well the patient's blood is clotting.
B)  To determine if the patient is at high risk for infection.
C)  To determine if the patient's blood can carry adequate amounts of oxygen.
D)  To determine if the patient's body is utilizing calcium adequately.

Question 7

A 72-year old man is being admitted for a total hip replacement. What should the tech assess in order to prevent the most common cause of mortality associated with this procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Renal function
B)  Deep vein thrombosis
C)  Heart rhythm
D)  Skin turgor

Exam 8: Preop