Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

What are passive range-of-motion exercises?

1. AThe patient walks a set distance each day
2. BThe patient moves their own joints through their full range without any help
3. CThe patient lifts weights to build muscle strength
4. DThe nurse moves the patient's joints without the patient's effort

Which of these is subjective data?

1. AThe patient's temperature is 37.9 °C
2. BThe patient's skin is pale and moist
3. CThe patient says she feels sick
4. DThe patient vomited 150 mL

What is the Bristol Stool Chart used for?

1. AClassifying the form of stools
2. BMeasuring the amount of urine
3. CAssessing the risk of pressure ulcers
4. DScoring the level of consciousness

Which measure is appropriate for a patient with a fever who feels hot and uncomfortable?

1. AExtra blankets to make the patient sweat it out
2. BRestricting fluids so the patient sweats less during the fever
3. CAn ice bath until the patient shivers
4. DLight bedclothes, plenty of fluids and a prescribed antipyretic

Which measures help prevent constipation in hospital patients?

1. AAvoiding fruit and vegetables
2. BHolding in the urge to open the bowels
3. CAdequate fluids, dietary fibre and mobility
4. DLimiting fluids and staying in bed to rest the bowel

Why must a respirator such as an FFP3 or N95 mask be fit-tested?

1. AIt must be tested to check it is the right colour
2. BIt only protects if it seals closely to the wearer's face
3. CFit-testing makes the mask reusable for a week
4. DFit-testing checks whether the patient is still infectious

Under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (England and Wales), a patient with capacity makes a decision staff think is unwise. What follows?

1. AThe family must be asked to make the decision instead
2. BStaff may override any decision they think is unwise
3. CAn unwise decision alone does not mean the person lacks capacity
4. DAn unwise decision on its own proves that the person lacks capacity

Which task is most appropriate for a registered nurse to delegate to a healthcare assistant (nursing assistant)?

1. ATeaching a patient how to use crutches
2. BEvaluating a patient who has just fallen
3. CAssessing a newly admitted patient's falls risk
4. DHelping a stable patient walk to the bathroom