Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

When using a fire extinguisher with the PASS method, where should it be aimed?

1. AAt the top of the flames
2. BAt the smoke above the fire
3. CAt the wall behind the fire
4. DAt the base of the fire

Over which artery is the stethoscope placed when measuring blood pressure on the arm?

1. AThe carotid artery
2. BThe radial artery
3. CThe brachial artery
4. DThe ulnar artery

In the nursing process, which step comes straight after assessment?

1. AImplementation, carrying out the care
2. BEvaluation, checking whether goals were met
3. CNursing diagnosis, identifying the patient's problems
4. DDischarge planning, deciding when the patient goes home

How is capillary refill time measured?

1. ACount the pulse at the wrist for 15 seconds
2. BPress on the skin for about 5 seconds, release and time how long the colour takes to return
3. CShine a light into the eye and watch the pupil
4. DMeasure the time between two heartbeats on the cardiac monitor and compare it with the radial pulse

What is tolerance to an opioid?

1. AA craving to take the drug for its mental effects
2. BAn allergic reaction to the drug
3. CNeeding a higher dose to get the same pain relief
4. DFeeling no side effects at all from the drug

Why do nurses often count the respiratory rate while still appearing to take the pulse?

1. APatients who know their breathing is watched tend to change it
2. BThe pulse and breathing rates are always the same number
3. CIt is not allowed to tell patients that breathing is measured
4. DCounting breaths is only accurate when the wrist is held

A patient asks for a same-sex nurse for intimate care because of their religious beliefs. What should the nurse do?

1. AArrange it where possible and record the preference in the care plan
2. BRefuse, as all nurses are equally qualified
3. CAgree, but only if the patient has a written note from a religious leader
4. DTell the patient they must accept whoever is on duty

A patient has been taught how to prevent constipation. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"I'll drink plenty of fluids during the day."
2. B"I'll go to the toilet when I first feel the urge."
3. C"I'll take a strong laxative every day just in case."
4. D"I'll eat more fruit, vegetables and wholegrains."