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Which of the following provides that nurses must be a member of a national nurse organization?
- A. R.A 877
- B. 1981 Code of ethics approved by the house of delegates
- C. R.A 7164
- D. PNA memorandum no. 22 series of 1922
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The 1981 Philippine Nursing Code of Ethics mandates national organization membership (PNA) e.g., ensuring accountability. R.A. 877 (old law), R.A. 7164 (1991 law), and PNA memos differ. This reflects nursing's collective duty, reinforcing unity and ethical standards in practice.
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The physician orders a platelet count to be performed on Mrs. Smith after breakfast. The nurse is responsible for:
- A. Instructing the patient about this diagnostic test
- B. Writing the order for this test
- C. Giving the patient breakfast
- D. All of the above
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse ensures the patient eats, while the physician handles test orders and instructions.
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presents with severe dyspnea and hypoxemia. What is the appropriate indication for initiating oxygen therapy in this client?
- A. Maintaining oxygen saturation above 95%
- B. Correcting underlying lung pathology
- C. Relieving shortness of breath
- D. Preventing complications of hypoxia
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Preventing complications of hypoxia (D) is the primary indication for oxygen therapy in COPD with severe dyspnea and hypoxemia, averting tissue damage and organ failure (target SpO2 88-92%). Saturation above 95% (A) risks CO2 retention in COPD. Correcting pathology (B) requires other treatments. Relieving dyspnea (C) is a benefit, not the goal. Hypoxia prevention aligns with GOLD guidelines, prioritizing survival and function over symptom relief alone.
Type of respiration that occurs when there is an increase in depth and rate of respiration usually seen in people who engages in strenuous exercise.
- A. Kussmaul's breathing
- B. Eupnea
- C. Hyperpnea
- D. Bradypnea
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperpnea (C) is increased depth and rate of respiration, common in strenuous exercise, per respiratory terminology. Kussmaul's (A) is deep, rapid breathing in metabolic acidosis, not exercise. Eupnea (B) is normal breathing, and bradypnea (D) is slow. Hyperpnea matches the physiological response to heightened oxygen demand during activity, making C the correct answer based on its specific context.
Mr. Gary named his wife to make decisions if he can't. This is an example of?
- A. Health care proxy
- B. Living will
- C. Patient education
- D. Care transition
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Naming his wife for decisions is a health care proxy (A) chosen surrogate, per definition. Living will (B) states wishes, education (C) teaches, transition (D) moves not proxy-specific. A fits Mr. Gary's delegation of authority, making it correct.
Which of the following assessment finding is typical of extracellular fluid loss?
- A. Distended jugular veins
- B. Elevated hematocrit level
- C. Rapid thready pulse
- D. Increased serum sodium level
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Extracellular fluid loss (e.g., dehydration) reduces blood volume, causing a rapid, thready pulse as the heart compensates for hypovolemia. Distended jugular veins suggest fluid overload, not loss. Elevated hematocrit reflects hemoconcentration, but pulse is a more immediate sign. Increased sodium occurs with water loss, not always fluid volume. Nurses monitor pulse to detect early shock, guiding fluid replacement to restore circulation and prevent organ damage.