A male client tells the clinic nurse that he is experiencing burning on urination, and assessment reveals that he had sexual intercourse four days ago with a woman he casually met. Which action should the nurse implement?
- A. Observe the perineal area for a chancroid-like lesion
- B. Obtain a specimen of urethral drainage for culture
- C. Assess for perineal itching, erythema and excoriation
- D. Identify all sexual partners in the last four days
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A culture of urethral drainage is necessary to diagnose a potential sexually transmitted infection (STI).
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Despite the use of antibiotic agents, mortality remains high, in the range of 20-25%. Serious morbidity occurs in 50-60% of children with documented infective endocarditis. Of the following, the MOST common morbidity is
- A. heart failure
- B. pulmonary emboli
- C. mycotic aneurysms
- D. acquired ventricular septal defect
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heart failure is the most common morbidity in children with infective endocarditis.
All of the following are features of congenital hypothyroidism except
- A. More common in boys than girls
- B. Neonatal jaundice
- C. Macrocytic anemia
- D. Hearing loss
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Congenital hypothyroidism is more common in girls than boys.
Bronchoconstriction is a recognised side effect of:
- A. Captopril
- B. Salbutamol
- C. Ibuprofen
- D. Paracetamol
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Salbutamol can cause bronchoconstriction in some cases due to its paradoxical effect, especially if overused or misused.
The following are characters of venous hum EXCEPT
- A. continuous murmur heard in infraclavicular region
- B. grades louder with mane compression
- C. l-lll/Vl in supine position
- D. with jugular vein changes in patient position
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Venous hums are continuous murmurs that change with position and compression but do not grade louder with mane compression.
What is the priority nursing action for a child who is post-operative following a tonsillectomy?
- A. Provide pain management.
- B. Encourage fluid intake.
- C. Monitor for signs of bleeding.
- D. Educate the child about proper oral hygiene.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The priority after a tonsillectomy is to monitor for bleeding, as this can be a serious complication.