#1
Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize when caring for a patient with a high fever?
Administering pain medication
Ensuring adequate hydration
Assisting with ambulation
Providing entertainment
#2
What is the priority nursing action when caring for a patient with multiple injuries after a motor vehicle accident?
Administering pain medication
Performing a head-to-toe assessment
Assisting with mobility
Providing emotional support
#3
In the event of a sudden cardiac arrest, what is the priority nursing action?
Administering oxygen
Initiating CPR
Calling the physician
Checking blood pressure
#4
What is the priority nursing action when caring for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis?
Administering antipyretics
Providing emotional support
Administering epinephrine
Checking blood pressure
#5
During a mass casualty event, which patient should the nurse prioritize for treatment?
A patient with a fractured arm
A patient with difficulty breathing
A patient with a minor laceration
A patient with a headache
#6
When triaging patients in a disaster situation, what does the nurse prioritize first?
Airway
Circulation
Disability
Exposure
#7
Which of the following patients should the nurse prioritize for immediate assessment?
A patient with a history of hypertension reporting chest pain
A patient with a sprained ankle requesting pain medication
A patient with a minor cut on the finger
A patient with a scheduled routine check-up
#8
Which of the following patients should the nurse prioritize for immediate intervention based on the ABCDE approach?
A patient with a systolic blood pressure of 90 mmHg
A patient with a temperature of 100.4°F (38°C)
A patient with difficulty breathing
A patient with a wound needing dressing change
#9
What principle guides the nurse in prioritizing patient care?
Beneficence
Nonmaleficence
Justice
Autonomy
#10
Which patient would the nurse prioritize for immediate intervention?
A patient with a heart rate of 88 bpm
A patient with a blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg
A patient with a respiratory rate of 18 breaths/min
A patient with a temperature of 101°F (38.3°C)
#11
During a disaster, which ethical principle guides the nurse in prioritizing care?
Fidelity
Veracity
Utility
Respect for persons
#12
During a disaster response, what is the priority of the nurse when utilizing the START triage system?
Respiration
Perfusion
Mental status
Mobility