#1
Which of the following is a common postoperative complication?
Urinary tract infection
Type 1 diabetes
Osteoporosis
Migraine headache
#2
What is the primary function of a surgical drain?
To deliver medication
To provide comfort to the patient
To remove excess fluids from a wound or surgical site
To prevent infection
#3
Which of the following is a potential complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Hypertension
Pulmonary embolism
Hypoglycemia
Hyperthyroidism
#4
What is the recommended position for a patient with respiratory distress?
Supine position
Sitting upright
Prone position
Lateral recumbent position
#5
Which of the following is a common complication of diabetic foot ulcers?
Hypertension
Retinopathy
Osteomyelitis
Appendicitis
#6
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ABCDE assessment in nursing?
Airway
Breathing
Circulation
Digestion
Exposure
#7
In surgical nursing, what does the acronym PACU stand for?
Pre-Anesthetic Care Unit
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Perioperative Assessment and Care Unit
Pulmonary Artery Catheterization Unit
#8
Which of the following is a common risk factor for surgical site infections (SSI)?
Use of aseptic technique
Obesity
Short duration of surgery
Minimal blood loss
#9
What is the primary goal of preventive nursing care?
To treat existing illnesses
To promote health and prevent illness
To manage chronic conditions
To provide palliative care
#10
Which of the following is a key component of patient education regarding medication adherence?
Providing detailed written instructions only
Encouraging the patient to skip doses if they feel better
Instructing the patient to keep medications out of reach of children
Explaining potential side effects and their management
#11
Which of the following is NOT a recommended preventive measure for pressure ulcers?
Regularly repositioning bedridden patients
Using pressure-relieving mattresses or cushions
Applying direct pressure to the ulcerated area
Keeping the skin clean and dry
#12
Which of the following actions is NOT considered a part of postoperative nursing care?
Monitoring vital signs
Assisting with ambulation
Administering preoperative medications
Assessing the surgical incision for signs of infection
#13
Which of the following is NOT a recommended approach to prevent falls in the healthcare setting?
Encouraging patients to wear non-slip footwear
Keeping the environment well-lit and free of obstacles
Using physical restraints as necessary
Assessing patients for fall risk upon admission
#14
Which of the following is a common recommendation for preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)?
Using single-use medical equipment multiple times
Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) only when convenient
Practicing proper hand hygiene
Disregarding isolation precautions for patients with communicable diseases
#15
Which of the following is NOT a component of the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist?
Sign-in
Time-out
Sign-out
Surgical debrief