A female patient with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has been recommended a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine for the treatment of her health problem. The nurse's priority for patient education should be:
A) The need to use inhaled corticosteroids and bronchodilators each night prior to applying CPAP
B) The importance of participating in daily physical exercise when using CPAP on a regular basis
C) The need to have continuous pulse oximetry in place while the CPAP machine is in use
D) The importance of complying with CPAP despite the inconvenience associated with its use
Question 2The nurse identifies the diagnosis of risk for injury as being appropriate for an older patient. What health problems would increase this patient's risk for injury? (Select all that apply.)
A) Hard of hearing
B) Weak gag reflex
C) Chronic renal failure
D) Fatigue and weakness
E) Macular degeneration
Question 3A homecare nurse has begun providing care for an older adult male in the community who has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
The nurse is responsible for creating a care plan for the client and has consequently identified a number of goals for his care. Which of the following goals of care is most in need of reexamination or modification? A) The client will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to manage his diabetes independently and effectively within 3 months..
B) The client will remain free of common complications of diabetes..
C) The client will maintain a high quality of life despite his diabetes..
D) The client will no longer require blood sugar monitoring or oral antihyperglycemic medications within 12 months..
Question 4A ___________ is performed to evaluate living tissue in order to establish or confirm a diagnosis or to follow the course of a disease.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 5The home care nurse is conducting a home environment assessment for an older patient with peripheral vascular disease and foot wounds. Which findings should the nurse identify as safety issues for the patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Hot water temperature 124F
B) Fire extinguisher present in the hall closet
C) Functioning smoke detector in the kitchen
D) Refrigerator stocked with food that is not outdated
E) Medication labels absent from prescription containers
Question 6Which of the following statements about the goals for persons with chronic illnesses are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
A) Chronic illnesses can be cured with proper and persistent treatment.
B) Healing requires the mobilization of the body, mind, and spirit.
C) Appropriate care measures focus on helping patients live in harmony with chronic disease.
D) Controlling symptoms, promoting a sense of well-being, and enhancing the quality of life are appropriate goals for persons with chronic illnesses.
Question 7A 60-year-old man has been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) based on his clinical symptoms and polysomnographic findings. What intervention should the nurse perform to assist this patient in the management of his health problem?
A) Encouraging the patient to adopt a later bedtime and earlier rising hour
B) Encouraging the patient to avoid alcohol and hypnotic medications
C) Teaching the patient deep breathing and coughing exercises to perform before going to bed
D) Teaching the patient strategies for waking himself up when he experiences an apneic spell
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