What is another name for the direct compounding area?
- A. outer six-inch zone
- B. zone of turbulence
- C. clean air zone
- D. shadow zone
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The direct compounding area is also called the clean air zone, where sterile compounding occurs.
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When caring for the client with chronic bronchitis, which of these interventions will assist the client in mobilizing secretions?
- A. Elevate the head of the bed 45 degrees
- B. Consume at least 2 liters of fluid daily
- C. Avoid triggers which cause coughing
- D. Assume the tripod position
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clients with chronic bronchitis tend to have thick secretions. Hydration with at least 2 liters of fluid daily thins tenacious(sticky) secretions, making them easier to expectorate. The goal is to consume fluid to thin secretions and perform controlled coughing. If health issues require fluid restriction, the client would attempt to consume the total amount permitted.
All are indications for intercostal chest tube drainage except
- A. Empyema
- B. Hemothorax
- C. Tension Pneumothorax
- D. Liver laceration
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Liver laceration requires abdominal intervention, not chest tube drainage.
What is the second line of defense against disease?
- A. Inflammatory process
- B. Intact skin
- C. Immunization
- D. Antibiotics
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The inflammatory process is the body's second line of defense, responding after pathogens breach the first line (skin/mucous membranes).
Patients may be exposed to unnecessary risk in the use of blood or blood products if I. administered incorrectly. II. administered but not indicated. III. not administered when indicated. The correct answer is:
- A. I,II
- B. I,III
- C. II,III
- D. I, II, III
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All three scenarios (incorrect administration, unnecessary use, or omission when needed) increase patient risk.
A pediatric patient has been diagnosed with pediculosis. What is the most appropriate follow-up to prevent it from spreading to other patients or healthcare professionals
- A. Place the patient on Contact Precautions until 24 hours after appropriate treatment has been initiated
- B. Require all visitors and HCP who enter the room to wear a disposable scrub cap for any patient contact
- C. Use an insecticidal spray in the room after the patient is discharged
- D. Prophylactically treat all family members and anyone with close physical contact with the patient
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Contact precautions for 24 hours post-treatment prevent lice transmission.
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