Nursing Fundamentals and Patient Care Assessment Quiz

Test your knowledge on patient assessment in nursing. Questions cover vital signs, communication, documentation, and more.

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What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg

100/70 mmHg to 130/90 mmHg

110/70 mmHg to 140/90 mmHg

120/80 mmHg to 150/100 mmHg

Which of the following is a sign of inadequate oxygenation?

Pale skin

Flushed skin

Hypertension

Tachycardia

Which of the following is NOT a part of the nursing process?

Diagnosis

Planning

Documentation

Evaluation

What is the correct sequence for performing the steps of hand hygiene?

Wet hands, apply soap, lather, rinse, dry hands

Wet hands, apply soap, rinse, lather, dry hands

Apply soap, lather, wet hands, rinse, dry hands

Apply soap, wet hands, lather, rinse, dry hands

What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale?

To assess respiratory function

To measure blood pressure

To assess level of consciousness

To measure pain intensity

What does the acronym ABCDE stand for in nursing assessment?

Assessment, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure

Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Drugs, Emergency

Alertness, Breathing, Circulation, Digestion, Energy

Abdominal, Breathing, Cardiac, Dermal, Evaluation

What is the purpose of the SOAP note format in nursing documentation?

To provide a summary of the patient's medical history

To organize nursing care plans

To document subjective, objective, assessment, and plan

To record vital signs only

Which of the following is an example of a non-verbal communication technique used in nursing?

Active listening

Therapeutic touch

Providing empathy

Open-ended questioning

What is the primary purpose of the Braden Scale?

To assess a patient's risk of falling

To assess a patient's risk of pressure ulcers

To assess a patient's cognitive function

To assess a patient's level of consciousness

#10

What does the acronym ADPIE stand for in the nursing process?

Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation

Analysis, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation

Assessment, Documentation, Planning, Intervention, Evaluation

Assessment, Diagnosis, Prescription, Implementation, Evaluation

#11

Which of the following is a potential complication of immobility in a hospitalized patient?

Increased risk of blood clots

Decreased risk of pressure ulcers

Improved respiratory function

Decreased risk of pneumonia

#12

What is the primary role of the nurse in a disaster response situation?

Directing patients to leave the scene

Providing immediate medical treatment

Assessing the extent of injuries

Stabilizing patients and organizing triage

#13

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of infection?

Fever

Increased heart rate

Decreased white blood cell count

Localized swelling

#14

Which of the following is a common complication associated with nasogastric tube placement?

Pneumothorax

Esophageal perforation

Pulmonary embolism

Hypertension

#15

What is the primary purpose of the RACE acronym in fire safety protocols?

To evacuate patients

To contain the fire

To activate alarms

To respond to fire emergencies

#16

What is the primary purpose of the Romberg test in neurological assessment?

To assess motor function

To assess cranial nerve function

To assess balance and proprioception

To assess cognitive function