HESI A2-EXIT 2023 NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS-14TH

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HESI A2-EXIT 2023 NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS-14TH A client has been admitted with a fractured femur and has been placed in skeletal traction. Which of the following nursing interventions shou... ld receive PRIORITY? A) Maintaining proper body alignment B) Frequent neurovascular assessments of the affected leg C) Inspection of pin sites for evidence of drainage or inflammation D) Applying an over-bed trapeze to assist the client with movement in bed ANS: The correct answer is:B) Frequent neurovascular assessments of the affected leg. The most important activity for the nurse is to assess neurovascular status. Compartment syndrome is a serious complication of fractures. Prompt recognition of this neurovascular problem and early intervention may prevent permanent limb damage. Question 98 The nurse is teaching a client newly diagnosed with asthma how to use the metered-dose inhaler (MDI). The client asks when they will know the canister is empty. The BEST response is A) Drop the canister in water to observe floating B) Estimate how many doses are usually in the canister C) Count the number of doses as the inhaler is used D) Shake the canister to detect any fluid movement ANS: The correct answer is:A) Drop the canister in water to observe floating. Dropping the canister into a bowl of water assesses the amount of medications remaining in a metered- dose inhaler. The client should obtain a refill when the inhaler rises to the surface and begins to tip over. [Show More]

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