Nokea
Concerning tetanus:
- A. The infection is usually fatal
- B. The muscle spasms are often localized
- C. Immunization confers lifelong immunity
- D. Incubation period is usually weeks
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immunization with the tetanus toxoid provides long-lasting immunity, though booster shots are recommended to maintain protection.
You may also like to solve these questions
A female client enters the clinic and insists on being seen. She is weak, nervous, and reports a racing heart beat and recent weight loss of 15 pounds. After ruling out substance withdrawal, the healthcare provider suspects hyperthyroidism and admits her for further testing. Which action should the nurse implement?
- A. Begin preparing client for thyroidectomy procedure
- B. Space the client's care to provide periods of rest
- C. Assess the client for hyperactive bowel sounds
- D. Provide warm blankets to prevent heat loss
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rest is important for managing symptoms of hyperthyroidism, which can be exacerbated by stress and activity.
The following cardiac lesions are at increased risk for bacterial endocarditis EXCEPT
- A. mitral insufficiency
- B. aortic stenosis
- C. atrial septal defect seccundum
- D. coarctation of the aorta
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ASD seccundum is generally not considered a high-risk lesion for bacterial endocarditis.
Indications for an exchange transfusion include:
- A. ABO incompatibility
- B. Acute chest syndrome
- C. Sepsis
- D. Polycythaemia
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exchange transfusion is indicated in conditions like ABO incompatibility to prevent severe hemolytic disease in newborns. Acute chest syndrome sepsis polycythaemia and sickle nephropathy are not typical indications for exchange transfusion.
A client with cholelithiasis has a gallstone lodged in the common bile duct and is unable to eat or drink without becoming nauseated and vomiting. Which finding should the nurse report to the healthcare provider.
- A. Belching
- B. Amber urine
- C. Yellow sclera
- D. Flatulence
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Yellow sclera indicates jaundice, which is a sign of bile duct obstruction and requires immediate medical attention.
Common causes of recurrent haematuria are:
- A. Berger's disease
- B. Goodpasture's syndrome
- C. Renal stones
- D. Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because Berger's disease (IgA nephropathy) is a common cause of recurrent haematuria. The other options (b-e) are less common or present differently.