QUESTION A patient has chronic right lateral epicondylitis. He has taken to the OR an incision is made over the lateral epicondyle. The underlying bone is noted to have a very sharp Ridge. And Asti oh Demi is used to remove this Ridge down to healthy smoothie bone. CPT code ANSWER CPT Code for Surgical Treatment of Chronic Right Lateral Epicondylitis Introduction Chronic right lateral […]

QUESTION You are the nursing supervisor of an assisted living facility. Recently you have received multiple complaints from sever al residents about the lack of assistance and care they receive from one of the day shift nursing assistants (CNA). You are surprised because this CNA received the “Employee of the Year” award just last year. As the nursing supervisor, you must approach and discuss these […]

QUESTION A higher rate of memory loss appears related to which chronic physical condition often experienced by older adults? ANSWER Chronic Physical Conditions and Memory Loss in Older Adults Introduction Memory loss is a common concern among older adults as they age. While some degree of memory decline is considered a normal part of the aging process, various chronic physical conditions can exacerbate this issue. […]

QUESTION An 82-year-old male resident was admitted to a skilled nursing facility (SNF) without a diagnosis of schizophrenia. After admission, the resident was prescribed an antipsychotic medication by the primary care physician for behaviors due to schizophrenia. This is the only notation in the resident’s medical record, including history and physical, of schizophrenia. Should schizophrenia be captured in item I6000? Yes, there is a physician’s […]

QUESTION how can I assess of Genitalia; no redness, edema, abnormal discharge Able to void independently; urine clear, pale yellow, nil odour, normal output, no pain or burning on voiding. ANSWER Comprehensive Assessment of Genitalia and Urinary Function Introduction A thorough assessment of the genitalia and urinary function is a critical component of nursing care, ensuring the early detection of potential issues and promoting overall […]

QUESTION Which strategy would the nurse implement when working with a local health coalition and nearby correctional institution to address chronic illness disease management ( CDM ) in the ncarcerated population transitioning back into the community ? Ensure they have a 3 – month supply of prescribed medications upon release . Connect them with a local support group that provides support for reintegration into society […]

QUESTION Place in order the steps the population – health nurse would use to support decisions regarding needed preventive services for a growing local immigrant population on the edge of the city’s downtown area ANSWER Steps for Assessing Preventive Services for a Growing Immigrant Population Introduction Population health nurses play a crucial role in assessing and addressing the healthcare needs of diverse communities. When dealing […]

QUESTION The nurse is gathering a health history for a client with osteoarthritis. What clinical manifestation will the nurse expect to find? subcutaneous nodules joint pain that increases with rest early morning stiffness small joint involvement ANSWER Clinical Manifestations in Osteoarthritis: A Health History Overview Introduction Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease characterized by a range of clinical manifestations that vary from person to […]

QUESTION Treatment for a patient with contact dermatitis would NOT include: Group of answer choices Oral antihistamines Cool compresses of Burrow’s solution to affected areas Topical steroids to affected areas for 5 days Skin testing during the acute episode to determine whether an allergy is present1 pts ANSWER Treatment Considerations for Contact Dermatitis and Atopic Dermatitis Treatment for Contact Dermatitis Contact dermatitis is an inflammatory […]

QUESTION Which goal to support evaluation of care outcomes would be important for the nurse to collaboratively set with a client who is homeless and who was recently provided with medication to treat newly diagnosed stage two hypertension ? Complete a follow – up visit with the health care provider in 30 days . Attend an upcoming education session regarding nutrition and physical activity . […]