#1
Which of the following vital signs measures the number of breaths a person takes per minute?
Pulse rate
Blood pressure
Respiratory rate
Temperature
#2
Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with impaired mobility?
Encouraging bed rest
Assisting with range of motion exercises
Limiting fluid intake
Administering sedatives
#3
What is the recommended hand hygiene technique to prevent the spread of infections?
Wiping hands with a dry towel
Rinsing hands with water only
Using alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
#4
Which of the following is an example of a primary prevention strategy in nursing?
Administering antibiotics to treat an infection
Teaching a community about the importance of hand hygiene
Providing wound care to promote healing
Assisting a patient with physical therapy exercises
#5
What is the purpose of the RICE method in managing musculoskeletal injuries?
To prevent infection
To reduce pain and inflammation
To promote wound healing
To increase mobility
#6
Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention for a patient experiencing respiratory distress?
Administering pain medication
Providing emotional support
Assisting with activities of daily living
Ensuring a patent airway
#7
What is the term used to describe a condition characterized by inadequate oxygen supply to tissues and organs?
Hypoxemia
Hypervolemia
Hypotension
Hypoxia
#8
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of sepsis?
Fever
Bradycardia
Hypotension
Confusion
#9
Which of the following is a sign of potential respiratory compromise in a patient?
Increased respiratory rate
Decreased heart rate
Elevated blood pressure
Clear breath sounds
#10
What is the purpose of the Braden Scale in nursing care?
To assess risk for pressure ulcers
To monitor blood glucose levels
To evaluate mental status
To measure respiratory function
#11
What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale in nursing assessments?
To assess respiratory status
To evaluate cognitive function
To measure pain intensity
To determine fluid balance
#12
Which of the following is a priority nursing action when caring for a patient with a nasogastric tube?
Checking the tube placement
Administering oral medications
Removing the tube during meals
Elevating the head of the bed
#13
Which of the following is an essential component of effective patient education?
Providing information only once
Using medical jargon to increase credibility
Tailoring education to the patient's individual needs
Limiting the use of visual aids
#14
What is the primary responsibility of a nurse when using restraints on a patient?
To ensure the patient remains immobile at all times
To obtain consent from the patient's family
To document the need for restraints and monitor the patient closely
To remove the restraints only during meals
#15
Which of the following is an essential component of effective pain management?
Administering pain medication on a fixed schedule
Minimizing the use of non-pharmacological interventions
Disregarding patient reports of pain
Educating patients about the benefits of pain tolerance