Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

Where is the femoral pulse felt?

1. AOn the top of the foot
2. BIn the groin
3. CBehind the knee
4. DInside the elbow

Which signs are typical of hypoglycaemia?

1. AThirst and passing a lot of urine
2. BWeight gain and swollen ankles
3. CSweating, shaking and confusion
4. DDry, hot skin and slow breathing

Which ageing change makes older adults' skin tear more easily?

1. AThe skin gains more fat underneath
2. BThe skin produces more collagen
3. CThe skin becomes thicker, oilier and better at holding water
4. DThe skin becomes thinner and less elastic

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

1. AClean the mouth only once a day with a hard toothbrush
2. BGive large drinks of water every hour
3. CAvoid mouth care so the patient is not disturbed
4. DKeep the mouth and lips moist with frequent gentle care

How can a patient reduce pain when coughing after abdominal surgery?

1. ALie flat on their back with arms by their sides
2. BAvoid coughing completely until the stitches have been removed
3. CCough while bending forward with no support
4. DHold a pillow firmly against the wound while coughing

Why is high-flow oxygen often humidified?

1. ATo add medicine to the oxygen
2. BTo make the oxygen more concentrated before it reaches the lungs
3. CTo stop the airways and secretions from drying out
4. DTo cool the patient's temperature

Which statement by a visitor shows a need for further teaching about contact precautions?

1. A"I'll take off the gown and gloves before I leave the room."
2. B"I'll take the gown off at home after I leave the hospital."
3. C"I'll put on the gown and gloves before I go in."
4. D"I'll clean my hands as I leave the room."

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

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