Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

How are controlled drugs such as morphine stored on a ward?

1. AOn an open shelf in the treatment room
2. BIn the staff room fridge
3. CIn a locked controlled-drug cupboard with a register of stock
4. DIn the patient's bedside locker, so they can take them when needed

In which position is the patient's head lower than their feet?

1. ALithotomy position
2. BSims' position
3. CTrendelenburg position
4. DSemi-Fowler's position

In the commonly taught RACE fire response, what does "R" stand for?

1. ARun to the nearest exit
2. BRescue anyone in immediate danger
3. CReport the fire at the end of the shift
4. DReset the fire alarm

Why are many modern wound dressings designed to keep the wound moist?

1. AMoist dressings never need changing
2. BMoisture kills all bacteria in the wound
3. CDry wounds never become infected
4. DA moist environment supports faster healing

Which position is recommended to reduce pressure on the sacrum and hips when a patient lies on their side?

1. ALying flat on the back with the head raised steeply
2. BA 30-degree tilt supported with pillows
3. CLying directly on the hip at 90 degrees
4. DSitting upright in bed for many hours

A dying patient asks to see a chaplain or religious leader. What should the nurse do?

1. AArrange the visit as soon as possible
2. BTell the patient to wait until visiting hours tomorrow
3. CAsk the patient's doctor if a visit is allowed
4. DExplain that religious matters are not part of care

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

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

A nurse uses SBAR to call a doctor about a breathless patient. Which item belongs under "Background"?

1. AHis respiratory rate is 30 and his SpO₂ is 86% on 2 L of oxygen
2. BThe patient has COPD and was admitted two days ago with pneumonia
3. C"I am calling about Mr Smith in bed 4, who is very breathless."
4. D"Please come and review him within the next 10 minutes."