Clinical nursing worksheet with answers

The term "tinnitus" means:

1. AA blocked nose
2. BLoss of balance and dizziness
3. CBlurred vision
4. DRinging or buzzing in the ears

Which type of pain is typical of a kidney stone?

1. AA burning pain behind the breastbone after meals
2. BA tight band around the head
3. CSevere, colicky pain from the loin towards the groin
4. DA dull ache in both knees

A "sublingual" medicine is given:

1. AUnder the tongue
2. BBetween the cheek and gum
3. CInto the vein
4. DThrough the nose

A patient has lost more than 10% of their body weight without trying over the last few months and has a low BMI. What is the most appropriate action?

1. AWeigh the patient again in six months and review at that point
2. BRestrict fluids to encourage appetite and give a low-protein diet instead
3. CRefer to the dietitian and start a nutrition care plan with food charts
4. DEncourage a low-calorie diet

Why are patients with atrial fibrillation often given anticoagulants?

1. ATo convert the rhythm back to normal
2. BTo reduce the risk of stroke from clots in the atria
3. CTo slow the heart rate directly and prevent palpitations
4. DTo lower the blood pressure

Compared with a colostomy, a patient with an ileostomy is at greater risk of:

1. ADehydration and electrolyte loss from liquid output
2. BHard stools, straining and constipation from slow transit
3. CLow blood glucose after meals
4. DUrinary retention

Which patient should the nurse assess first?

1. AA patient with COPD whose SpO₂ is 89% and within their target range
2. BA patient with diabetes whose glucose is 11 mmol/L (198 mg/dL) before lunch
3. CA patient with asthma who can only speak in single words
4. DA postoperative patient who rates their pain as 6/10

A patient's blood test shows potassium 6.8 mmol/L and the ECG shows peaked T waves. Which treatment protects the heart most quickly?

1. AFurosemide tablets the next day
2. BA low-potassium diet only
3. CIV calcium gluconate
4. DOral potassium supplements