Spinal Cord Injuries Answer Key

lOMoARcPSD|43964769 1. Which is the best way to prevent spinal cord injuries? A. Stabilization to prevent further trauma to the spinal cord B. Moving the client’s neck and spine to maintain mobility C. Administering antibiotics to prevent invasion of bacteria D. Having the client bear weight immediately after injury 2. Which of the following are clinical manifestations of left-sided heart failure? (select all that apply) A. Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea B. Crackles auscultated in the lungs C. Jugular venous distention D. Peripheral edema E. Cough with frothy sputum 3. Which of the following symptoms would the nurse expect to find in a client with a concussion? (select all that apply.) A. Vomiting B. Emotional disturbances C. Nausea D. Increased level of consciousness E. Headache 4. Which of the following statements are true regarding syphilis? (select all that apply.) A. It can cause damage to the central nervous system and cause blindness,paresis, and mental deterioration B. It is caused by an anaerobic spirochete C. In severe cases, it can cause problems with the cardiovascular system and aortic necrosis D. It is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) E. Syphilis is only communicable during the secondary stage 5. A nurse is educating a client on how to prevent squamous cell carcinoma. Which of the following is an appropriate method of prevention? A. Do not use sunscreen when it is cloudy B. Do not reapply sunscreen after prolonged outdoor activities C. Avoid wearing hats at all times D. Apply sunscreen when engaging in outdoor activities 6. The nurse expects to assess which symptom in a client with atopic dermatitis? A. Polyphagia B. Leprosy C. Abdominal pain D. Pruritus 7. Which of the following is the cause of frequent urination associated with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)? A. Increased volume of dilute urine B. Irritation of the bladder and urethra C. Impaired micturition reflex D. Incomplete emptying of the bladder 8. The client with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) from gonorrhea asks how this can cause sterility. Which of the following is the best response from the nurse? A. “The infection causes such damage to the cervix that it cannot contain a pregnancy inside the uterus for more than 3 months.” B. “The infection remains in your body and can infect your baby, so it is best if you don’t become pregnant.” C. “The infection damages the ovary so that less estrogen is secreted, and ovulation is not possible.” D. “If the infection is present in the fallopian tubes and can cause enough scarring to block the tubes permanently.” 9. Which of the following clients would be most at risk for an intestinal obstruction? A. An individual diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver B. An individual eating a low-fiber, high-fat diet C. An individual who smokes and consumes large amounts of caffeine D. An elderly individual on bedrest because of post-operative abdominal surgery 10. Which type of hepatitis is commonly transferred via the fecal-oral route? A. Hepatitis D B. Hepatitis B C. Hepatitis A (Carlos) D. Hepatitis C 11. Which of the following properties are found in clients with metastatic cancer? A. Cells that are genetically stable B. Tumors that are well encapsulated C. Tumors with slow, stable growth D. Cells that invade local tissue and overrun neighboring cells 12. Which of the following is an elderly common symptom of cancer? A. Diarrhea B. Sudden weight gain C. Fatigue D. Muscle hypertrophy 13. Anemia can be caused by all the following except which? A. A decrease in production of red blood cells B. Increased red blood cell destruction lOMoARcPSD|43964769 C. Hereditary causes D. Increase in the clotting cascade 14. Which of the following is a compensatory mechanism for individuals with anemia? A. Tachycardia B. Increased platelet production C. Peripheral vasodilation D. Decreased red blood cell production 15. Which of the following is a goal when treating anemia? A. Reduce the client’s hemoglobin and hematocrit levels B. Improve tissue oxygenation C. Increased carbon dioxide levels in the bloodstream D. Reduce oxygen toxicity 16. Which of the following is a cancer of the plasma cells that most often affects older adults? A. Non-Hodgkins lymphoma B. Leukemia C. Multiple myeloma D. Hodgkins lymphoma 17. Which of the following conditions is characterized by malignant granulocytes that carry a unique chromosomal abnormality? A. Chronic myeloid leukemia B. Melanoma C. Hodgkins lymphoma D. Non-Hodgkins lymphoma 18. Which of the following explains why individuals with acute leukemia are at risk for opportunistic infections? A. Decreased appetite and nutritional intake B. Many nonfunctional immature leukocytes C. Marked elevation of white blood cells D. Severe anemia and increased risk of bleeding 19. The nurse notes that the client needs further education regarding the Epstein-Barr Virus and mononucleosis when they state which of the following? A. “I should be able to go play football in a couple of days.” B. “I will try my best to stay on top of my fluid intake.” C. “It is okay for me to take antipyretics for my fever.” D. “I should take it easy when I get home and get plenty of rest.” 20. Acute chest pain syndrome, a potentially life-threatening condition that causes chest pain, coughing, dyspnea and fever, is associated with which of the following disorders?