#1
Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a nurse?
Diagnosing medical conditions
Prescribing medication
Providing patient care
Performing surgery
#2
What is the purpose of a nursing care plan?
To document patients' personal preferences
To organize patient information
To schedule nurses' shifts
To bill insurance companies
#3
Which of the following is a principle of medication administration?
Administering medications based on nurse's preference
Administering medications without verifying patient identity
Administering medications without checking expiration dates
Administering medications at the correct time and dose
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of hypoglycemia?
Hyperactivity
Excessive thirst
High blood pressure
Shakiness
#5
What is the purpose of performing hand hygiene in healthcare settings?
To reduce the spread of infection
To increase patient wait times
To improve healthcare billing accuracy
To promote patient autonomy
#6
Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics?
Hypertension
Constipation
Insomnia
Dry mouth
#7
What is the purpose of using a pain assessment scale in nursing?
To measure heart rate
To evaluate lung function
To assess the severity of pain
To monitor blood glucose levels
#8
What does HIPAA stand for in healthcare?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Health Information Privacy Protection Act
Healthcare Insurance Policy Adjustment Act
Hospital Information Processing and Authorization Act
#9
Which nursing competency involves the ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team members?
Clinical judgment
Collaboration
Caring
Communication
#10
Which of the following is NOT a component of the nursing process?
Assessment
Evaluation
Intervention
Regulation
#11
Which nursing theory emphasizes the importance of meeting patients' basic needs to promote health?
Self-Care Deficit Theory
Adaptation Model
Humanistic Nursing Theory
Transcultural Nursing Theory
#12
Which of the following is an example of a nosocomial infection?
Common cold contracted at home
Food poisoning from a restaurant
Surgical site infection acquired in the hospital
Allergic reaction to pollen
#13
What does SOAP stand for in nursing documentation?
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
Source, Observation, Analysis, Protocol
Sensory, Observation, Analysis, Plan
System, Objective, Assessment, Protocol
#14
What is the purpose of the SBAR communication tool in nursing?
To assess patient vital signs
To organize patient medical records
To facilitate structured communication between healthcare professionals
To conduct patient discharge planning
#15
Which organization sets standards for nursing practice in the United States?
World Health Organization (WHO)
National League for Nursing (NLN)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
American Nurses Association (ANA)
#16
Which nursing theory focuses on the development of interpersonal relationships between nurses and patients?
Behavioral System Model
Theory of Human Caring
Theory of Goal Attainment
Theory of Self-Transcendence
#17
What is the purpose of using a Glasgow Coma Scale in nursing assessment?
To measure blood pressure
To assess level of consciousness
To determine oxygen saturation
To evaluate body temperature
#18
What is the primary goal of palliative care?
To provide curative treatment
To prolong life at all costs
To relieve suffering and improve quality of life
To focus solely on physical health
#19
Which of the following is a potential complication of immobility in hospitalized patients?
Increased risk of falls
Improved lung function
Decreased risk of pressure ulcers
Enhanced muscle strength
#20
What does the acronym RACE stand for in fire safety protocols?
Rescue, Activate, Contain, Evacuate
Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish
Retrieve, Alert, Contain, Evacuate
Run, Alert, Contain, Extinguish
#21
Which of the following is a key aspect of cultural competence in nursing?
Ignoring cultural differences
Providing standardized care to all patients
Respecting and valuing diverse beliefs and practices
Promoting cultural assimilation
#22
Which of the following is a common symptom of sepsis?
Decreased heart rate
Increased blood pressure
Confusion
Normal body temperature
#23
What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in nursing?
To persuade patients to follow medical advice
To build trust and rapport with patients
To impose nurses' opinions on patients
To provide medical education to patients
#24
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for preventing pressure ulcers?
Frequent repositioning of immobile patients
Using pressure-relieving support surfaces
Keeping skin clean and dry
Applying heat therapy to affected areas
#25
What does NANDA-I stand for in nursing?
National Association of Nurses Developing Assessments and Interventions
North American Nursing Diagnosis Association-International
National Accreditation of Nursing Development and Initiatives
Nursing Assessment and Diagnosis Association-International