Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

What does "polyuria" mean?

1. APassing no urine at all
2. BPassing urine at night
3. CPassing urine painfully or with a burning feeling
4. DPassing large amounts of urine

Which of these is an example of tertiary prevention?

1. ACardiac rehabilitation after a heart attack
2. BA campaign to reduce smoking in teenagers
3. CVaccinating healthcare workers against hepatitis B
4. DMeasuring blood pressure at a health check

What is the main effect of applying cold to a new sprain?

1. AThe bones heal more quickly
2. BBlood vessels narrow, reducing swelling and pain
3. CThe muscles relax and stretch more easily
4. DBlood vessels widen, bringing more blood to the area

What is informed consent?

1. AA signature from any family member
2. BAgreement obtained after the procedure
3. CA signed form that removes all liability from staff for any harm caused by the procedure
4. DVoluntary agreement by a patient with capacity, after receiving adequate information

A dying patient is no longer drinking and breathes through the mouth. What mouth care is most appropriate?

1. AGive large drinks of water every hour
2. BKeep the mouth and lips moist with frequent gentle care
3. CClean the mouth only once a day with a hard toothbrush
4. DAvoid mouth care so the patient is not disturbed

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

1. ARestricting fluids so the patient sweats less during the fever
2. BLight bedclothes, plenty of fluids and a prescribed antipyretic
3. CExtra blankets to make the patient sweat it out
4. DAn ice bath until the patient shivers

A patient with diabetes has had foot-care teaching. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A"I'll check my feet every day, using a mirror if needed."
2. B"I'll dry carefully between my toes after washing."
3. C"I'll soak my feet in hot water every evening."
4. D"I'll wear shoes that fit well and never walk barefoot."

Why are a patient's observations checked about 15 minutes after a blood transfusion starts?

1. AIt is only for record-keeping purposes
2. BSerious reactions often happen early in a transfusion
3. CIt is the time the blood takes to warm up
4. DReactions only ever occur after the transfusion ends