Hysterectomy Practice Exam

Practice Mode

Welcome to your Hysterectomy Practice Exam! This exam is carefully curated to help you consolidate your knowledge and gain deeper understanding on the topic.

 

Exam Details

  • Number of Questions: 10 items
  • Mode: Practice Mode

Exam Instructions

  1. Practice Mode: This mode aims to facilitate effective learning and review.
  2. Instant Feedback: After each question, the correct answer along with an explanation will be revealed. This is to help you understand the reasoning behind the correct answer, helping to reinforce your learning.
  3. Time Limit: There is no time limit for this exam. Take your time to understand each question and the corresponding choices.

Remember, this exam is not just a test of your knowledge, but also an opportunity to enhance your understanding and skills. Enjoy the learning journey!

 

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💡 Hint

Pay attention to the patient's expression of feelings related to her self-identity and sense of loss.

1 / 10

1. Nurse Gina is providing post-operative care to Mrs. Thompson, who has recently undergone a mastectomy. As she listens to her patient's concerns, which statement should make Nurse Gina aware that Mrs. Thompson may be struggling with feelings of incompleteness?

💡 Hint

Think about how to maintain the warmth of the compress and protect the surrounding area.

2 / 10

2. Nurse Karen is caring for Mrs. Lewis, who developed a slightly elevated temperature and swelling in her right calf following a total abdominal hysterectomy. The physician has prescribed warm moist compresses for her leg. Which nursing action should Nurse Karen take when applying the compress?

💡 Hint

Consider the specific therapeutic purpose of a sitz bath and the importance of focusing heat on a particular area.

3 / 10

3. Nurse Laura is guiding the nursing assistant on how to properly administer a sitz bath to Mrs. Daniels, who recently had an abdominal hysterectomy. When the assistant asks why a regular bathtub cannot be used, what is the most accurate explanation Nurse Laura should provide?

💡 Hint

Consider which action might negatively affect circulation or increase the risk of complications after surgery.

4 / 10

4. Nurse Cecilia is caring for a client who has had a vaginal hysterectomy. What should Nurse Cecilia avoid in the care of this client?

💡 Hint

Consider that without menstruation, a consistent monthly schedule is recommended for BSE.

5 / 10

5. A 30-year-old client who recently had a hysterectomy visits the health center and asks Nurse Anna when she should perform breast self-examination (BSE). What is the best time for her to perform BSE?

💡 Hint

Focus on the subtle behavioral changes that can be early indicators of decreased perfusion.

6 / 10

6. Nurse David is monitoring Mr. Thompson, a male patient who has undergone a total abdominal hysterectomy. Ten hours post-operation, Nurse David is assessing for early signs of shock. Which finding should alert him?

💡 Hint

Consider which client might be showing symptoms of a potentially life-threatening complication.

7 / 10

7. Nurse Emily has just received the shift endorsement and is determining which client to see first. Which client should Nurse Emily prioritize?

💡 Hint

Focus on the method that involves direct removal of fibroids through a minimally invasive surgical procedure.

8 / 10

8. Nurse Samantha is educating Ms. Rivera about treatment options for excessive bleeding due to fibroids. Which of the following statements accurately describes laparoscopic myomectomy, an alternative to hysterectomy?

💡 Hint

Consider the complication that involves localized bleeding and could lead to a drop in hematocrit.

9 / 10

9. Nurse Emily is seeing Ms. Taylor, a 32-year-old patient, for a follow-up visit after a vaginal hysterectomy. During the assessment, Nurse Emily notes that Ms. Taylor has a decreased hematocrit level. Which complication might this finding indicate?

💡 Hint

Consider the long-term physiological changes that result from the removal of reproductive organs.

10 / 10

10. Nurse Carla is preparing a care plan for Mrs. Jenkins, who is in the postoperative recovery period following an abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. As part of her care, what important information should Nurse Carla include in her explanation?

Exam Mode

Welcome to your Hysterectomy Practice Exam! This exam is carefully designed to provide you with a realistic test-taking experience, preparing you for the pressures of an actual nursing exam.

 

Exam Details

  • Number of Questions: 10 items
  • Mode: Exam Mode

Exam Instructions

  1. Exam Mode: This mode is intended to simulate the environment of an actual exam. Questions and choices will be presented one at a time.
  2. Time Limit: Each question must be answered within 90 seconds. The entire exam should be completed within 15 minutes.
  3. Feedback and Grading: Upon completion of the exam, you will be able to see your grade and the correct answers to all questions. This will allow you to evaluate your performance and understand areas for improvement.

This exam is not only a measurement of your current understanding, but also a valuable learning tool to prepare you for your future nursing career.

 

Click 'Start Exam' when you're ready to begin. Good luck!

1 / 10

1. A 30-year-old client who recently had a hysterectomy visits the health center and asks Nurse Anna when she should perform breast self-examination (BSE). What is the best time for her to perform BSE?

2 / 10

2. Nurse Gina is providing post-operative care to Mrs. Thompson, who has recently undergone a mastectomy. As she listens to her patient's concerns, which statement should make Nurse Gina aware that Mrs. Thompson may be struggling with feelings of incompleteness?

3 / 10

3. Nurse Carla is preparing a care plan for Mrs. Jenkins, who is in the postoperative recovery period following an abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. As part of her care, what important information should Nurse Carla include in her explanation?

4 / 10

4. Nurse Emily has just received the shift endorsement and is determining which client to see first. Which client should Nurse Emily prioritize?

5 / 10

5. Nurse Emily is seeing Ms. Taylor, a 32-year-old patient, for a follow-up visit after a vaginal hysterectomy. During the assessment, Nurse Emily notes that Ms. Taylor has a decreased hematocrit level. Which complication might this finding indicate?

6 / 10

6. Nurse Samantha is educating Ms. Rivera about treatment options for excessive bleeding due to fibroids. Which of the following statements accurately describes laparoscopic myomectomy, an alternative to hysterectomy?

7 / 10

7. Nurse Cecilia is caring for a client who has had a vaginal hysterectomy. What should Nurse Cecilia avoid in the care of this client?

8 / 10

8. Nurse Laura is guiding the nursing assistant on how to properly administer a sitz bath to Mrs. Daniels, who recently had an abdominal hysterectomy. When the assistant asks why a regular bathtub cannot be used, what is the most accurate explanation Nurse Laura should provide?

9 / 10

9. Nurse Karen is caring for Mrs. Lewis, who developed a slightly elevated temperature and swelling in her right calf following a total abdominal hysterectomy. The physician has prescribed warm moist compresses for her leg. Which nursing action should Nurse Karen take when applying the compress?

10 / 10

10. Nurse David is monitoring Mr. Thompson, a male patient who has undergone a total abdominal hysterectomy. Ten hours post-operation, Nurse David is assessing for early signs of shock. Which finding should alert him?