Nursing Fundamentals Practice Questions Quiz

Test your knowledge with nursing practice questions covering vital signs, assessment techniques, interventions, and more.

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Which vital sign is represented by the acronym 'BP'?

Body Pressure

Blood Pressure

Breathing Pattern

Bowel Peristalsis

What is the normal range for adult human body temperature, typically measured orally?

95.0°F - 98.6°F

96.8°F - 100.4°F

97.6°F - 99.2°F

98.2°F - 101.8°F

What is the primary goal of palliative care in nursing?

Curing diseases

Providing comfort and improving quality of life

Administering aggressive treatments

Focusing solely on physical health

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hypoglycemia?

Sweating

Tachycardia

Hunger

Confusion

What is the primary role of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the healthcare team?

Performing advanced medical procedures

Administering medications

Assisting patients with activities of daily living

Developing care plans

Which of the following is not a characteristic of an effective nursing assessment?

Thoroughness

Subjectivity

Accuracy

Relevance

Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient experiencing acute respiratory distress?

Administering a sedative

Placing the patient in high Fowler's position

Administering a vasodilator

Encouraging deep breathing and coughing exercises

What does NANDA-I stand for in nursing?

Nursing Assessment and Diagnosis Association International

North American Nursing Diagnosis Association - International

National Association for Nursing Development and Assessment - International

Nursing Assessment and Documentation Association - International

Which of the following is NOT considered a part of the SOAP note documentation method used in nursing?

Subjective

Objective

Analytical

Assessment

#10

Which of the following actions is a part of standard precautions in nursing?

Wearing gloves only when handling blood

Wearing a mask only when a patient is visibly ill

Using hand hygiene only after patient contact

Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling bodily fluids

#11

What is the primary function of the RN (Registered Nurse) in the nursing process?

Diagnosing patient conditions

Planning patient care

Administering medications

Evaluating patient outcomes

#12

What is the primary purpose of the RACE acronym in the context of nursing?

Assessing patient vital signs

Communicating effectively with patients

Providing safe and efficient emergency response