MEDICAL-SURGICAL RN A PROPHECY
RELIAS TEST, EXAM | QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | GRADED A+
1.2 milligrams is equal to how many micrograms?
- 1200 mcg
Your post-op patient has a Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain in place. How do you ensure
effective drain function?
-Compress the drain, then plug the bulb to establish suction
Your male patient complains of discomfort while inflating the balloon during
insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter. What would be the MOST appropriate
action? - Deflate the balloon, advance the catheter further, then reinflate the balloon
Your patient has symptomatic anemia but is refusing a blood transfusion for
religious reason. What is an appropriate response?
-Respect his wishes and notify the provider
Your patient is admitted with diverticulitis. What type of diet do you expect to
be ordered for the patient?
-broth, jello, soft fruit no skin,
You were hired to work the medical unit and when you arrive at work the charge
nurse has assigned you to the post-surgical unit since they are understaffed. Which is
the MOST appropriate action?
-Report to the post-surgical unit.
What is a proton pump inhibitor, such as pantoprazole (Protonix) used for?
-Acid Reduction
Which adaptive equipment would be MOST appropriate to use for a severely
contracted patient who is unable to bear weight when transferring from the bed to
the chair?
-Patient lift (e.g., Hoyer)
Which tool should you use to assess pain in you 80-year-old patient with severe
dementia?
-PAINAD scale
Your patient is admitted from the ED with failure to thrive and advanced dementia.
You note he is extremely underweight, appears unbathed for some time, and has a
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