Nursing Knowledge and Clinical Judgment Review Quiz

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#1

What is the normal range for blood pressure in adults?

120/80 mmHg
140/90 mmHg
160/100 mmHg
110/70 mmHg
#2

What is the primary responsibility of the nurse during the assessment phase of the nursing process?

Administering medications
Setting patient goals
Collecting patient data
Developing care plans
#3

What is the primary function of the kidneys in the human body?

Digestion
Circulation
Respiration
Excretion
#4

Which of the following is a primary characteristic of sepsis?

Hypertension
Hypothermia
Hyperglycemia
Hypoxemia
#5

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

Summarizing patient history
Providing a standardized report
Organizing nursing care plans
Documenting patient progress
#6

Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?

Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin K
Vitamin C
#7

What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale in assessing patients?

Evaluate cardiac function
Assess respiratory status
Measure neurological function
Determine renal function
#8

Which of the following is a common symptom of hypoglycemia?

Polyuria
Hyperactivity
Hunger
Hypertension
#9

What is the primary purpose of the therapeutic nurse-patient relationship?

Providing entertainment
Building trust and rapport
Offering financial support
Maintaining professional boundaries
#10

Which position is commonly used for patients experiencing difficulty breathing or chest pain?

Fowler's position
Supine position
Trendelenburg position
Lateral recumbent position
#11

What is the primary purpose of the RACE acronym in fire safety for healthcare professionals?

Rescue, Alert, Confine, Extinguish
Reassure, Assess, Communicate, Evacuate
Run, Avoid, Cover, Escape
Response, Assessment, Call for help, Evacuate
#12

Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for a patient with impaired gas exchange?

Administering pain medication
Encouraging deep breathing exercises
Administering antipyretic medication
Limiting fluid intake
#13

In which stage of labor does cervical dilation and effacement occur?

First stage
Second stage
Third stage
Fourth stage
#14

Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics?

Constipation
Increased heart rate
Hypotension
Excessive salivation
#15

During a physical examination, what does the PERRLA acronym stand for?

Peripheral pulses, Edema, Respiratory rate, Lung sounds, Abdomen
Pupil size and reactivity to light and accommodation
Pain assessment, Emotional status, Range of motion, Reflexes, Labs
Palpation, Inspection, Percussion, Auscultation
#16

Which of the following is a key principle of aseptic technique in nursing?

Reuse of disposable items
Minimizing hand hygiene
Maintaining a sterile field
Ignoring expiration dates on sterile supplies
#17

In the context of nursing informatics, what does EHR stand for?

Electronic Health Record
Emergency Health Response
Effective Hospital Regulation
Educational Health Resource

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