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On admission to a ward, what should a patient be shown early for their safety?

1. AHow to use the call bell
2. BHow to read their medical notes
3. CWhere the drug cupboard keys are kept
4. DWhere the staff room is

Which of these is an example of non-verbal communication?

1. AA telephone handover
2. BFacial expression and eye contact
3. CThe words chosen in a conversation
4. DA written care plan

What is sepsis?

1. AA mild local infection that stays in one place, such as a small boil
2. BAn allergic reaction to an antibiotic that causes a rash and fever
3. CA viral infection of the upper airways
4. DOrgan dysfunction caused by a harmful response to infection

How should a nurse speak to a patient with hearing loss?

1. AFace the patient and speak clearly at a normal pace
2. BShout loudly from behind the patient so they can hear every word
3. CCover the mouth to stop background noise
4. DSpeak very fast to keep the message short

In which direction should a female patient's perineum be cleaned?

1. AFrom front to back
2. BEither way, as long as soap is used
3. CIn circles starting at the anus
4. DFrom back to front

On the first step of the WHO analgesic ladder, which drugs are used?

1. AStrong opioids such as morphine
2. BWeak opioids only, such as codeine
3. CGeneral anaesthetic drugs given in low doses
4. DNon-opioids such as paracetamol (acetaminophen) or an NSAID

Which simple measure helps reduce the risk of delirium in an older inpatient?

1. AMoving them to a different bed every night to vary their surroundings
2. BKeeping the lights on all night
3. CLimiting visits from family members
4. DMaking sure they have their glasses and hearing aids

An older patient with diarrhoea for three days is dizzy on standing and passing small amounts of dark urine. What is the most likely problem?

1. ANormal ageing that needs no action
2. BUrinary retention caused by a full bladder
3. CDehydration from fluid loss
4. DFluid overload from drinking too much