Clinical nursing worksheet with answers

The term "hemiplegia" means:

1. AWeakness of the facial muscles only
2. BParalysis of all four limbs
3. CParalysis of one side of the body
4. DParalysis of both legs

Gout is caused by:

1. AA lack of calcium in the diet
2. BWear and tear of the joint cartilage
3. CA bacterial infection of the bone
4. DUric acid crystals forming in a joint

The term "haematuria" means:

1. ABlood in the stool
2. BBlood in the sputum
3. CBlood in the urine
4. DBlood in the vomit

Which assessment best detects compartment syndrome after a fractured leg is put in a cast?

1. AA strong pulse in the foot
2. BA warm, pink foot
3. CPain out of proportion to the injury, especially on passive stretch
4. DMild itching under the cast

After a total hip replacement through a posterior approach, which movement should the patient usually avoid in the early weeks?

1. ADoing gentle ankle exercises
2. BLying on their back
3. CWalking short distances with a frame and a physiotherapist
4. DBending the hip beyond 90 degrees or crossing the legs

A patient with type 2 diabetes is acutely unwell, very dehydrated and has a blood glucose of 40 mmol/L without significant ketones. What is the most likely diagnosis?

1. AHypoglycaemia
2. BDiabetic ketoacidosis with dehydration
3. CDiabetes insipidus
4. DHyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state

Which set of findings best distinguishes cardiogenic shock from hypovolaemic shock?

1. AReduced urine output
2. BTachycardia, hypotension and a weak, thready peripheral pulse
3. CCool, pale skin
4. DRaised jugular venous pressure and lung crackles

Which statement about oxygen in a patient with suspected acute coronary syndrome is correct?

1. AHigh-flow oxygen should always be given, whatever the SpO₂
2. BOxygen replaces the need for an ECG
3. COxygen is given if the SpO₂ is below the target range
4. DOxygen must never be given in chest pain