Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

Which infection is mainly spread by droplets?

1. AInfluenza
2. BClostridioides difficile
3. CMRSA
4. DHepatitis B

In the chain of infection, what is the "reservoir"?

1. AThe route by which a microorganism enters the body
2. BThe way a microorganism leaves the body
3. CThe person who is likely to become infected
4. DThe place where a microorganism lives and multiplies

What is the normal range for serum sodium in adults?

1. A2.2–2.6 mmol/L
2. B3.5–5.0 mmol/L
3. C95–105 mmol/L
4. D135–145 mmol/L

When should blood cultures be taken in a patient with suspected sepsis?

1. AAfter the patient has recovered from the infection
2. BOnly if the temperature rises above 40 °C
3. COnly after three days of antibiotics, to see if they are working
4. DBefore antibiotics are given, as long as this does not delay them

In the UK SSKIN care bundle for pressure ulcer prevention, what does "K" stand for?

1. AKeep moving
2. BKeep dry
3. CKeep warm
4. DKeep clean

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

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

The intact skin over a patient's heel is deep purple and feels boggy. What should be suspected?

1. AA normal bruise from a minor knock
2. BA category 1 pressure ulcer that will heal by itself
3. CA fungal skin infection
4. DA suspected deep tissue injury

In an emergency a doctor gives a verbal order for a medicine. What should the nurse do?

1. ARefuse to give any medicine until a written prescription has been completed
2. BAsk another nurse to remember the order
3. CGive it and tell the doctor nothing more
4. DWrite it down, read it back and make sure it is signed later as per policy