Preparing for the FNP-BC (Family Nurse Practitioner) exam? Procedures is one of the areas our deck drills hardest: 20 of its 1050 flashcards focus on procedures. Try the sample questions below — every card is a real question-and-answer pair from the full deck.
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A 24-year-old patient presents for suture removal from a forearm laceration sustained 8 days ago. The wound is well-approximated without erythema. What is the standard timeframe for suture removal on the extremities compared to the face?
Show answer →**Face:** 3-5 days (to prevent railroad track scarring). **Scalp:** 7-10 days. **Trunk and Extremities:** 7-10 days. **Joints/High-tension areas:** 10-14 days. **Exam Strategy:** ANCC frequently tests the face vs. body distinction. Removing facial sutures early is a priority for cosmetic outcomes. If sutures are left too long, epithelialization occurs around the suture, creating permanent marks.
A patient presents with a 3-hour-old human bite wound on the hand. The wound is 2cm and involves the dermis. What is the appropriate management regarding wound closure?
Show answer →**Do NOT perform primary closure (suturing).** Human and most animal bites (except certain facial dog bites) should heal by secondary intention or delayed primary closure due to extreme infection risk (Eikenella in humans; Pasteurella in animals). **Management:** Copious irrigation, prophylactic antibiotics (Amoxicillin-clavulanate/Augmentin), and Tdap update. **Exam Tip:** ANCC focuses on safety; recognizing contraindications to suturing is a high-yield topic.
A patient with an unknown tetanus immunization history presents with a dirty puncture wound from a rusty nail. What is the correct immunization protocol?
Show answer →**Administer both Tdap (or Td) AND Tetanus Immune Globulin (TIG).** **Standard Rules (2026):** 1. Clean/Minor wound + Unknown/ <3 doses: Tdap only. 2. Dirty/Complex wound + Unknown/ <3 doses: Tdap + TIG. 3. If >3 doses received: Give Tdap only if last dose was >5 years ago (for dirty wounds) or >10 years (for clean wounds). **Exam Tip:** TIG provides passive immunity for those without a known base of 3 doses who have high-risk wounds.
A patient presents with a suspected 5th metacarpal neck fracture (Boxer's fracture). Which specific splinting technique is indicated for this injury, and what is the target position of the MCP joints?
Show answer →Ulnar Gutter Splint. It should cover the ulnar aspect of the hand and forearm, including the 4th and 5th digits. The MCP joints should be flexed to 70–90 degrees, and the IP joints should be in extension (Intrinsic Plus Position). This position prevents ligamentous shortening and joint stiffness during healing. Exam Tip: ANCC often tests the position of function. For Boxer's fractures, remember the 70-90 degree flexion of the MCP is vital for optimal functional outcomes. Avoid splinting digits in full extension.
A patient stepped on a piece of clear glass. No foreign body is visible, but the patient feels a sharp prick when walking. Which imaging modality is most sensitive for detecting glass in soft tissue?
Show answer →Plain Radiography (X-ray). Most glass (90%+) is radiopaque regardless of lead content, provided it is at least 2mm in size. If X-ray is negative but clinical suspicion remains high (e.g., persistent pain with weight-bearing), Ultrasound is the next step for non-radiopaque items (like wood or thorns). ANCC Tip: Wood is usually radiolucent and often requires US or CT for localization. Always document the distal neurovascular status before and after any exploration or removal attempt.
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