Nursing Process Practice Questions Quizlet

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Expressive aphasia and paralysis on the left side of the body. In a right-handed person, the left side of the brain controls language (Broca's area) and motor function for the right side of the body. A stroke affecting the left side of the cortex would lead to expressive aphasia (difficulty speaking) due to damage to Broca's area and paralysis on the right side of the body due to motor function impairment. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not align with the known neurological functions of the brain regions affected by the stroke.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The Heimlich maneuver is performed to clear the airway if a client is choking and cannot speak or breathe after swallowing food. Step 1: Assess the situation and confirm airway obstruction. Step 2: Stand behind the client, wrap your arms around their waist, and deliver upward abdominal thrusts. Step 3: Repeat thrusts until the object is dislodged. Other choices are incorrect as they do not address airway obstruction. A: Increasing medication absorption is not a purpose of the Heimlich maneuver. C: Preventing falls and D: Maintaining extremities in proper position are not related to choking emergencies.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because an MRI is a noninvasive imaging test that uses magnetic energy to produce detailed images of internal body parts. This explanation is accurate and informative, reassuring the patient. A is incorrect because it describes electromyography (EMG), not MRI. B is incorrect as it describes electroencephalography (EEG), not MRI. C is incorrect because it describes a nuclear medicine test, not MRI. In summary, only option D provides a correct and relevant description of what to expect during an MRI.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Antiemetic. Chemotherapy commonly causes nausea and vomiting as adverse effects. Antiemetics are medications specifically designed to prevent or alleviate nausea and vomiting. Administering an antiemetic helps to manage these side effects and improve the patient's comfort and compliance with treatment. Antibiotics (choice B) are used to treat bacterial infections and are not directly related to combating chemotherapy side effects. Antimetabolites (choice C) are a type of chemotherapy drug, not used to combat its side effects. Anticoagulants (choice D) are used to prevent blood clots and are not indicated for managing chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Providing tepid sponge bath. This measure helps lower body temperature through evaporation of water from the skin. It is effective in managing fever without causing shivering or discomfort. Ice packs (B) can lead to vasoconstriction and shivering, raising body temperature. Antipyretics (C) are drugs that can reduce fever but may not address the underlying cause. Keeping the room warm (D) can exacerbate fever by hindering heat dissipation.