test bank for health assessment

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: increased fibrinogen. In DIC, there is consumption of coagulation factors leading to decreased fibrinogen levels. Heparin therapy helps by inhibiting further thrombus formation, allowing the body to replenish fibrinogen levels. Increased fibrinogen indicates a positive response. Incorrect choices: A) increased platelet count is not specific to Heparin therapy in DIC, C) decreased fibrin split products indicate ongoing coagulation, not a positive response, and D) decreased bleeding is a general response and not specific to Heparin therapy in DIC.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A, contusion. A contusion is a soft-tissue injury caused by blunt force resulting in bruising, without breaking the skin. This is different from the other choices. Strain (B) refers to an injury to a muscle or tendon due to overstretching. Sprain (C) is an injury to a ligament from overstretching. Dislocation (D) involves the displacement of bones at a joint, not a soft-tissue injury. Therefore, the term that specifically aligns with a soft-tissue injury from blunt force is contusion.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Vitamin B12. Strict vegetarians, especially those who exclude all animal products, are at risk of Vitamin B12 deficiency as it is primarily found in animal products. Vitamin C (A) deficiency is more common in those with poor fruit and vegetable intake. Vitamin E (C) deficiency is rare and usually seen in individuals with specific medical conditions. Magnesium (D) deficiency can occur in individuals with poor dietary intake or certain medical conditions, but it is not the primary concern for strict vegetarians.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Assess vital signs. This is the first intervention because it provides immediate information on the client's condition and helps determine the severity of the pain. Monitoring vital signs can reveal signs of shock, dehydration, or other serious complications. Performing a CT scan (B) is not the first priority as it requires time and resources. Monitoring urine output (C) may be important but not as immediate as assessing vital signs. Monitoring for signs of shock (D) can be included in assessing vital signs but is not the primary intervention.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Administer epinephrine. Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for an allergic reaction as it helps to reverse severe symptoms like swelling, difficulty breathing, and low blood pressure. Administering epinephrine promptly can prevent the allergic reaction from escalating into a life-threatening situation. Antihistamines (choice B) may be given after epinephrine for symptom relief but are not as immediate in action. Monitoring vital signs (choice C) is important, but administering epinephrine takes precedence in managing the allergic reaction. Providing a cold compress (choice D) may help with local swelling but does not address the systemic effects of the allergic reaction.