PCC Exam 3 Fall 2024

Which of the following symptoms would be the most likely indicator of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in an elderly patient?

• Dysuria and Hematuria

• Fever and Chills

• Confusion and Disorientation

• Cloudy, Foul Smelling Urine

Which of the following combinations of behaviors most effectively demonstrates active listening and appropriate body language in a nurse-patient interaction?

• Maintaining eye contact, leaning slightly forward, and nodding occasionally while refraining from interrupting

• Maintaining eye contact, crossing arms, and providing verbal feedback frequently​

• Sitting back with arms folded, nodding occasionally, and offering advice immediately after the patient speaks

• Alternating eye contact with note-taking, leaning back, and interjecting with questions frequently

Which of the following is the most common cause of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in the hospital setting?

• Excessive amounts of IV Fluids

• Frequent Ambulation

• Technique During Catheterization

• Bedrest

What is the most important thing to do before administering pain medication:

Which of the following types of urinary incontinence is characterized by an involuntary loss of urine due to an overactive detrusor muscle?

• Stress

• Overflow

• Functional

• Urge

List different pain management scales:

A patient presents with diarrhea and abdominal pain. What is the most appropriate INITIAL intervention?

• Administer an anti-motility drug

• Assess for dehydration

• Initiate the BRAT diet

• Screen the patient for over-use of laxatives

All of the following are appropriate interventions for Urinary Incontinence EXCEPT

• Bladder Training

• Kegel Exercises

• Bedrest

• Surgery

Your patient asks you what she can do to make sure she doesn’t get pneumonia again. Which of the following initial responses by the nurse is BEST?

• “I can’t guarantee that you won’t get pneumonia again”

• “I can see that this illness really worried you.”

• ”If you develop a fever you should let your doctor know within two weeks.”

• Your capillary-tissue gas exchange will be more effective if you ambulate at least four times daily.”

You are assessing your patient and you have concern about urinary retention, which of the following subjective findings alerts you to this condition?

• Increased Urine Output

• Pain and Pressure in the Lower Abdomen

• Clear, Odorless Urine

• Watery Bowel Movements