Question 1

A nurse reminds the patient who is to undergo hyperbaric oxygen therapy that the clothing worn into the chamber must be made of ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nurse reminds the patient who is...

Question 2

Persons with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)have acquired Pneumocystis jiroveci (PCP), a serious pulmonary infection caused by ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Persons with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)have acquired...

Question 3

Which vitamin can enhance wound healing?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin C plays a crucial role in wound healing due to its involvement in the synthesis of collagen, an essential component of the skin and connective tissues. It also has antioxidant properties that help protect cells during the healing process.

Question 4

Prioritize the events of an antibody-mediated immunity response.______ (Place the events in the appropriate sequence.Do not separate answers with a space or punctuation.Example: ABCD.)

Accepted Answer

The correct sequence of events in an antibody-mediated immunity response is:1. Antigen binds to a B lymphocyte.2. Antibodies are produced.3. Antibodies seek out and bind with specific antigen.4. Circulating antibody-antigen complexes are destroyed.5. Antibodies are replenished.

Question 5

After receiving an injection of penicillin, a patient undergoes an anaphylactic reaction.What should the nurse do first?

Accepted Answer

Administering oxygen is the first and immediate action to take in the case of an anaphylactic reaction to ensure the patient maintains adequate oxygenation, as anaphylaxis can lead to severe respiratory distress.

Question 6

A nurse assesses a high eosinophil count in a pediatric patient.The nurse recognizes that this elevation is an indicator of ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nurse assesses a high eosinophil count...

Question 7

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)has issued new guidelines for infection control.Nursing care plans for patients with infection should mainly address which protocol?

Accepted Answer

The CDC's new infection control guidelines emphasize the use of Standard Precautions, which involves treating all patients as if they may be infected with a bloodborne pathogen. This includes the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, gowns, and masks, when providing care to patients. Disease-specific precautions may be necessary for patients with certain illnesses, but following Standard Precautions is the primary way to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings. The manner in which clean gloves are worn and placement of needles and sharps are also important infection control measures, but they are not the primary focus of nursing care plans.

Question 8

The daughter of an 89-year-old resident in a long-term care facility asks if she may give her father an over-the-counter (OTC)antihistamine that she uses for seasonal allergy.What is the nurse's most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Many antihistamines can cause confusion and other adverse effects in older adults due to age-related changes in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. It is important for the nurse to advise against self-medication and encourage the family member to consult with the healthcare team before administering any OTC medications.

Question 9

A patient is hospitalized with cryptococcal pneumonia and AIDS.What is the most important Standard Precaution for the health care team to implement?

Accepted Answer

Hand hygiene is crucial in preventing the transmission of infectious agents. Since the patient has cryptococcal pneumonia and AIDS, they are severely immunocompromised and can easily contract infections. Washing hands before and after gloving can help prevent the spread of infections to and from the patient. Option B is incorrect because gloves should be changed between different procedures, and option C is incorrect because sharps should be disposed of in puncture-resistant containers located in the patient's room, not on the medicine cart. Option D is irrelevant to the question as it does not address the Standard Precaution needed.

Question 10

What is required by medical asepsis that is not required by surgical asepsis?

Accepted Answer

Good hand washing technique is required by medical asepsis, but not necessarily by surgical asepsis. Surgical asepsis requires the elimination of all microorganisms and ensures that no nonsterile product comes into contact with the patient. While hand washing is still important for surgical asepsis, it may involve a more rigorous technique such as using an antimicrobial soap for a longer duration.

Question 11

The organs involved in immunity include the tonsils, spleen, and lymph nodes.What other organ is involved in immunity?

Accepted Answer

The liver is involved in immunity as it produces important proteins for the immune system and helps in the detoxification of pathogens.

Question 12

What occurrences of disease is the school nurse required to report to the health department? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

The school nurse is required to report certain communicable diseases to the local health department, and Rubella, Lyme disease, and Salmonella are on the list of reportable diseases. Pediculosis (head lice) and Clostridium difficile are not on the list of reportable diseases.

Quiz 5: Immunity, Inflammation, and Infection