The nurse knows that which of the following factors contribute to the development of pressure ulcers? (Select all that apply. )

A) Friction and shear
B) Immobility
C) Poor nutrition
D) Moisture and ammonia
E) Uncontrolled pain

The hospital uses a unit-dose system for medication distribution.The nurse recognizes that this system includes which safety feature?

A) All medications are kept in the patient's drawer.
B) Liquids are kept in multi-dose containers to prevent spillage.
C) Narcotics are kept in an area separate from the patient's regular medications.
D) The nurse is responsible for restocking the medication drawers daily.

An outpatient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium. The patient telephones the nurse to say, "I've had severe diarrhea for 4 days. I feel very weak and unsteady when I walk. My usual hand tremor has gotten worse. What should I do?" The nurse will advise the patient to

A) restrict food and fluids for 24 hours and stay in bed.
B) have someone bring the patient to the clinic immediately.
C) drink a large glass of water with 1 teaspoon of salt added.
D) take one dose of an over-the-counter antidiarrheal medication now.

Write the correct abbreviation for radium:

A new registered nurse working for a busy unit of an acute care teaching hospital begins the shift with four patients.Which patient should the nurse attend to first?

A) Patient who needs assistance in ambulating the hall
B) Patient whose blood pressure suddenly drops and who passes out (faints)
C) Recovering stable surgical patient whose family has just arrived
D) Recovering patient who is resting quietly watching television

The parents of a newborn question the nurse about the need for vaccinations: "Why does our baby need all those shots? He's so small, and they have to cause him pain." The nurse can explain to the parents that which of the following are true about vaccinations? (Select all that apply.)

A) Are only required for infants
B) Are part of primary prevention for system disorders
C) Prevent the child from getting childhood diseases
D) Help protect individuals and communities
E) Are risk free
F) Are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

A 52-year-old woman has a papule on her nose that has rounded, pearly borders and a central red ulcer. She said she first noticed it several months ago and that it has slowly grown larger. The nurse suspects which condition?

A) Acne
B) Melanoma
C) Basal cell carcinoma
D) Squamous cell carcinoma

An unusual intolerance to light is known as:

A) photophobia.
B) photocoagulation.
C) strabismus.
D) conjunctivitis.