A nurse finds a client on the floor of their room experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
- A. Place the client on their side with their head forward
- B. Call for help
- C. Protect the client's head
- D. Restrain the client
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the client on their side with their head forward helps maintain an open airway and prevents aspiration.
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A nurse enters a client's room and sees smoke coming from the trash can. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
- A. Close the window
- B. Evacuate the room
- C. Call the fire department
- D. Attempt to extinguish the fire
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The first action in a fire situation is to evacuate the room (RACE: Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish).
A nurse is teaching a client about the correct use of a cane. What should the nurse include?
- A. Ensure the cane has a rubber cap
- B. Hold the cane on the stronger side
- C. Flex the elbow slightly when using the cane
- D. Use a quad cane for increased support
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The cane should be held on the stronger side to provide support and stability while walking.
A nurse is preparing to perform a routine abdominal assessment for a client. Which action should the nurse take?
- A. Perform palpation before auscultation
- B. Perform percussion before auscultation
- C. Perform palpation after auscultation
- D. Perform inspection after auscultation
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct order for an abdominal assessment is inspection, auscultation, percussion, and then palpation.
A nurse is performing a focused assessment for a client who has dysrhythmias. What indicates ineffective cardiac contractions?
- A. Increased blood pressure
- B. Pulse deficit
- C. Normal heart rate
- D. Elevated oxygen saturation
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pulse deficit indicates ineffective cardiac contractions and the presence of cardiac dysrhythmias.
A nurse in a provider's office is assessing the motor skill development of a 15-month-old toddler during a well-child visit. What gross motor skills should the nurse expect?
- A. Walks without assistance using a wide stance
- B. Climbs stairs with assistance
- C. Runs smoothly
- D. Kicks a ball forward
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: At 15 months, toddlers typically walk independently but may do so with a wide stance for balance.