उत्तरों सहित नैदानिक नर्सिंग वर्कशीट

In the chain of infection, hand hygiene mainly breaks which link?

1. AThe reservoir of infection
2. BThe susceptibility of the host
3. CThe infectious agent's ability to grow
4. DThe mode of transmission

A medicine given "transdermally" is given:

1. AThrough the skin, usually from a patch
2. BInto the rectum
3. CUnder the tongue, where it dissolves
4. DInto a muscle

What is the most reliable indicator of pain in a patient who can communicate?

1. AThe patient's own report
2. BThe nurse's impression of their face
3. CThe patient's blood pressure
4. DThe patient's heart rate

What is the recommended first aid for a thermal burn?

1. ABurst any blisters to release the fluid
2. BApply ice directly to the burn until the pain stops completely
3. CSpread butter or oil over the burn
4. DCool it under cool running water for about 20 minutes

Long-term amiodarone treatment can affect which of the following?

1. ABlood glucose and cholesterol only
2. BHair colour and nail growth only, with no effect on organs
3. CThe sense of smell and taste only, with no other effects
4. DThyroid function, the lungs and the skin's sensitivity to sunlight

Which instruction is correct for taking weekly alendronic acid (alendronate)?

1. ATake it with a glass of milk at bedtime and then lie down straight away
2. BTake it with plain water on an empty stomach and stay upright for 30 minutes
3. CTake it with an antacid to protect the stomach
4. DChew the tablet with breakfast and a cup of milky tea

Why is hypokalaemia particularly dangerous in a patient taking digoxin?

1. ADigoxin raises potassium to dangerous levels when it is already low
2. BLow potassium makes digoxin work too slowly
3. CLow potassium stops digoxin from being absorbed
4. DLow potassium increases the risk of digoxin toxicity

A patient with a COPD exacerbation remains acidotic with a high PaCO₂ despite optimal medical treatment and controlled oxygen. Which treatment is usually considered next?

1. AStopping all oxygen therapy
2. BSedation to slow the breathing
3. C15 L/min oxygen via a non-rebreathe mask
4. DNon-invasive ventilation