Nursing Review of the Philippines

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It is stiffening of the body that occurs about 2-4 hours after death?

A. Livor Mortis
B. Rigor Mortis
C. Algor Mortis

The nurse is responsible for collecting urine specimens for a numberof test. Mr. Dela Cruz, a 85 year old patient needs to complete a 24 hour urine specimen.Which of the following measures is most important when the nurse plans her care for Mr. Dela Cruz?

A. Before the collection of the fist specimen provide a perineal care.
B. Use a sterile container to collect the specimen.
C. Place a sign in the bathroom that says, "Save All Urine".
D. Keep the urine specimen in the refrigerator until the client voids again.

Answer: C

The most important communication skill to be developed by the burse manager is;

A. Firmness
B. Assertiveness
C. Questioning
D. Attentive listening

Answer: D

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of disability in persons over the age of 45. The most important function of public health nurse in prevention of diabetes is:

A. Encouraging cessation or moderation of alcohol drinking
B. Avoidance of intravenous drug abuse
C. Assessment of risk for injury due to falls and other accidents.
D. Promotion of regular physical activity and exercise.

Answer: D

Nelsi knows that when receiving a patient in the operating room,which of the following should be given highest priority?

A. Assess level of consciousness
B. Verify patient identification and informed consent
C. Assess vital signs
D. Check for jewelry,gown, manicure and dentures

Answer: B

When assesing respiration, the nurse describes the following except:

A. Rhythm
B. Effort
C. Rate
D. Depth

Answer: C

Rationale: When assesing respiration, the nurse should count the rate, not simply describe it.

The right lung has:

A. Lobes
B. 3 lobes
C. 4 lobes
D. 5 lobes

Answer: B

The vomiting center is found in the _____?
A. Cerebellum
B. Hypothalamus
C. Medulla Oblongata
D. Cerebrum

Answer: C