Clinical nursing worksheet with answers

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

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

What does SBAR stand for in clinical handover?

1. ASummary, Bedside, Action, Review
2. BSituation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
3. CSafety, Breathing, Alertness, Risk
4. DSymptoms, Blood pressure, Airway, Respiratory rate

C-reactive protein (CRP) is a blood marker of:

1. AInflammation
2. BKidney function
3. CThyroid function
4. DBlood clotting time

A patient with chronic kidney disease should usually limit which of these in their diet?

1. AVitamin C and fibre
2. BCarbohydrates completely
3. CPotassium and phosphate
4. DWater-soluble vitamins only

A rising serum creatinine most often indicates:

1. AIncreased muscle strength
2. BReduced kidney function
3. CImproved liver function
4. DDehydration of the skin only

Which advice should be given to a patient with a new permanent pacemaker?

1. ANever raise the arm on that side again
2. BTell staff about the pacemaker before any MRI scan or procedure
3. CStop all heart medicines straight away
4. DAvoid using all household electrical appliances such as kettles

A patient after major surgery has a falling blood pressure, rising heart rate and a swollen, tense abdomen, though the wound dressing is dry. What should you suspect?

1. AUrinary tract infection
2. BConstipation
3. CNormal postoperative swelling with no concern
4. DInternal bleeding

A patient with a head injury shows rising blood pressure, a falling heart rate and irregular breathing. This suggests:

1. ASepsis
2. BHypovolaemic shock from hidden internal bleeding
3. CRaised intracranial pressure (Cushing's triad)
4. DA panic attack