Question 1

A client is prescribed a sequential compression device. Which finding would cause the nurse to question the health care provider?

Accepted Answer

A)  Weak popliteal and pedal pulses bilaterally 
B)  Diagnosis of breast cancer 
C)  Diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma with enlargement of the femoral lymph nodes 
D)  Heart rate of 110 beats per minute 
A)  Weak popliteal and pedal pulses bilaterally 
B)  Diagnosis of breast cancer 
C)  Diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma with enlargement of the femoral lymph nodes 
D)  Heart rate of 110 beats per minute A

Question 2

The nurse could safely assign which task to the assistive personnel (AP)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Removal of antiemboli stockings to wash the feet and legs, then reapplication of the stockings 
B)  Assessing, every 4 hours, the client's circulation to the feet while wearing antiembolism stockings 
C)  Evaluating for presence of calf pain 
D)  Measuring and fitting the client for antiembolism stockings 
A)  Removal of antiemboli stockings to wash the feet and legs, then reapplication of the stockings 
B)  Assessing, every 4 hours, the client's circulation to the feet while wearing antiembolism stockings 
C)  Evaluating for presence of calf pain 
D)  Measuring and fitting the client for antiembolism stockings A

Question 3

Which action should the nurse question when observing a staff member apply antiemboli stockings?

Accepted Answer

A)  Assisting the client to a lying position in bed 
B)  Turning the stocking right-side-out 
C)  Washing and drying the legs 
D)  Having the client point the toes 
A)  Assisting the client to a lying position in bed 
B)  Turning the stocking right-side-out 
C)  Washing and drying the legs 
D)  Having the client point the toes B

Question 4

A client is diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). For which potential health problem should the nurse plan care for this client?

Accepted Answer

A)  Atherosclerosis 
B)  Aortic aneurysm 
C)  Pulmonary embolism 
D)  Myocardial infarction 
A)  Atherosclerosis 
B)  Aortic aneurysm 
C)  Pulmonary embolism 
D)  Myocardial infarction

Question 5

A client has a history of venous leg ulcers. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate from the health care provider?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bedrest 
B)  Antiemboli stockings 
C)  Bathe the legs with soap every day 
D)  Apply lotion to the lower extremities 
A)  Bedrest 
B)  Antiemboli stockings 
C)  Bathe the legs with soap every day 
D)  Apply lotion to the lower extremities

Question 6

The nurse is assigning assistive personnel (AP) to bathe a client wearing a sequential compression device. Which direction should the nurse give the AP about the device?

Accepted Answer

A)  Remove the devices before starting the bath. 
B)  Inspect the sleeves and tubing before reapplying the devices. 
C)  Ask the client to adjust the setting on the devices after being reapplied. 
D)  Keep the devices off until the client is prepared for them to be reapplied. 
A)  Remove the devices before starting the bath. 
B)  Inspect the sleeves and tubing before reapplying the devices. 
C)  Ask the client to adjust the setting on the devices after being reapplied. 
D)  Keep the devices off until the client is prepared for them to be reapplied.

A client is prescribed a sequential compression device. Which finding would cause the nurse to question the health care provider?

The nurse could safely assign which task to the assistive personnel (AP)?

Which action should the nurse question when observing a staff member apply antiemboli stockings?

A client is diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). For which potential health problem should the nurse plan care for this client?

A client has a history of venous leg ulcers. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate from the health care provider?

The nurse is assigning assistive personnel (AP) to bathe a client wearing a sequential compression device. Which direction should the nurse give the AP about the device?

Essential Skills

Infection Prevention

Vital Signs

Diagnostic Testing

Client Hygiene

Bedmaking

Heat and Cold Measures

Pain Assessment and Management

Positioning the Client

Mobilizing the Client

Fall Prevention, Restraints, and Seizure Precautions

Maintaining Joint Mobility

Drug Calculations

Administering Oral and Enteral Medications

Administering Topical Medications

Administering Parenteral Medications

Administering Intravenous Therapy

Feeding Clients

Assisting With Urinary Elimination

Assisting With Fecal Elimination

Caring for Clients With Peritoneal Dialysis

Breathing Exercises

Oxygen Therapy

Suctioning

Caring for the Client With a Tracheostomy

Caring for the Client With Chest Tube Drainage

Administering Emergency Measures to the Hospitalized Client

Performing Wound and Pressure Injury Care

Orthopedic Care

Performing Perioperative Care

End-Of-Life Care

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Exam 23: Promoting Circulation

A client is prescribed a sequential compression device. Which finding would cause the nurse to question the health care provider?

The nurse could safely assign which task to the assistive personnel (AP)?

Which action should the nurse question when observing a staff member apply antiemboli stockings?

A client is diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). For which potential health problem should the nurse plan care for this client?

A client has a history of venous leg ulcers. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate from the health care provider?

The nurse is assigning assistive personnel (AP) to bathe a client wearing a sequential compression device. Which direction should the nurse give the AP about the device?

Essential Skills

Infection Prevention

Vital Signs

Diagnostic Testing

Client Hygiene

Bedmaking

Heat and Cold Measures

Pain Assessment and Management

Positioning the Client

Mobilizing the Client

Fall Prevention, Restraints, and Seizure Precautions

Maintaining Joint Mobility

Drug Calculations

Administering Oral and Enteral Medications

Administering Topical Medications

Administering Parenteral Medications

Administering Intravenous Therapy

Feeding Clients

Assisting With Urinary Elimination

Assisting With Fecal Elimination

Caring for Clients With Peritoneal Dialysis

Breathing Exercises

Oxygen Therapy

Suctioning

Caring for the Client With a Tracheostomy

Caring for the Client With Chest Tube Drainage

Administering Emergency Measures to the Hospitalized Client

Performing Wound and Pressure Injury Care

Orthopedic Care

Performing Perioperative Care

End-Of-Life Care

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