#1
What is the normal range for adult resting heart rate?
60-100 beats per minute
ExplanationIndicator of cardiovascular health.
#2
What does SOAP stand for in nursing documentation?
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
ExplanationStructured method for documenting patient information.
#3
Which of the following is a common symptom of hypoglycemia?
Diaphoresis
ExplanationExcessive sweating due to low blood sugar levels.
#4
What is the purpose of a sterile dressing?
To prevent infection
ExplanationMaintains a clean environment over a wound.
#5
What is the purpose of a Foley catheter?
To drain urine from the bladder
ExplanationFacilitates continuous urine drainage.
#6
Which of the following is a sign of respiratory distress in a patient?
Slow, shallow breathing
ExplanationIndicates inadequate gas exchange.
#7
What is the primary purpose of therapeutic communication in nursing?
To establish a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship
ExplanationPromotes trust and understanding between nurse and patient.
#8
Which of the following is a common symptom of fluid overload in a patient?
Decreased urine output
ExplanationIndicates compromised kidney function.
#9
Which of the following is a complication of immobility in hospitalized patients?
Increased risk of pressure ulcers
ExplanationResult of prolonged pressure on the skin.
#10
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Stage 3 pressure ulcer?
Full thickness skin loss
ExplanationInvolves damage to the deeper layers of skin.
#11
What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis?
Administering epinephrine
ExplanationReverses severe allergic reactions.
#12
What is the primary purpose of the Braden Scale?
To assess risk for pressure ulcers
ExplanationPredicts the likelihood of developing pressure sores.
#13
Which of the following is a potential complication of intravenous therapy?
Infiltration
ExplanationLeakage of IV fluids into surrounding tissues.
#14
What is the primary purpose of a nasogastric tube?
To provide enteral nutrition or decompression of the stomach
ExplanationFacilitates feeding or relieves gastric distension.