Reappearing visage is when a word or phrase appears in the question and then reappears at one of the four choices is the most probable answer.
Sample question:
In a client with thrombophlebitis of the leg or the inflammation of the vein due to blood clots, which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention?
- Apply heat
- Massage the affected area
- Administer warfarin as prescribed
- Elevate the leg to lessen the inflammation of the veins and prevent dislodging of the clots
You can observe from the question that a phrase reappears in the option.
Sample question:
In a client with thrombophlebitis of the leg or the inflammation of the vein due to blood clots, which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention?
- Apply heat
- Massage the affected area
- Administer warfarin as prescribed
- Elevate the leg to lessen the inflammation of the veins and prevent dislodging of the clots
You can now deduce that no.4 is the correct answer. Application of heat is correct but is not a a priority intervention. Warfarin administration is correct but it needs doctor’s orders. Massaging the affected site is contraindicated because it may dislodge the thrombus and may further worsen the inflammation.
Sample question:
In a client with thrombophlebitis of the leg or the inflammation of the vein due to blood clots, which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention?
Apply heatMassage the affected areaAdminister warfarin as prescribed- Elevate the leg to lessen the inflammation of the veins and prevent dislodging of the clots
Remember to only use this test taking strategy if you DO NOT KNOW the correct answer and is UNSURE of the choices. If you know the answer and it contradicts any test taking strategy, please follow what you know.
