Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

How should a mistake in a handwritten nursing record be corrected?

1. ACover it with correction fluid and write the right entry over it
2. BDraw a single line through it, then sign and date the correction
3. CScribble over it until it cannot be read
4. DTear out the page and rewrite the whole entry

Which symptoms are typical of high blood glucose (hyperglycaemia)?

1. AThirst, passing a lot of urine and tiredness
2. BItchy rash, wheeze and swollen lips
3. CSlow pulse, cold skin and shivering
4. DShaking, sweating and a fast, pounding heartbeat

Which type of mattress helps prevent pressure ulcers in high-risk patients?

1. AA mattress with extra blankets on top
2. BA thin foam pad placed on the floor
3. CA pressure-redistributing mattress
4. DA firm mattress with a plastic cover only

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

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

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

1. ASitting upright in bed for many hours
2. BLying directly on the hip at 90 degrees
3. CA 30-degree tilt supported with pillows
4. DLying flat on the back with the head raised steeply

A patient starts regular morphine. What is usually prescribed alongside it to prevent a common side effect?

1. AAn antihistamine
2. BA diuretic
3. CAn antibiotic
4. DA laxative

Before giving a PRN dose of oral morphine, which assessment is most important?

1. AThe patient's weight and height, recorded on admission
2. BThe respiratory rate and level of sedation
3. CThe patient's blood glucose level
4. DThe patient's last bowel movement

An older patient two days after surgery suddenly becomes confused and agitated at night. What is the priority?

1. ALook for and treat underlying causes such as infection, pain, retention, constipation or medication
2. BAssume it is new dementia and plan a care home move
3. CRestrain the patient to the bed
4. DGive a sedative and recheck in the morning