Nursing fundamentals worksheet with answers

When is the recovery position used?

1. AFor an unconscious patient who is breathing normally
2. BFor a conscious patient with chest pain
3. CFor a patient with a suspected broken leg only
4. DFor a patient in cardiac arrest

Which blood test is used to monitor patients taking warfarin?

1. AThe INR
2. BThe serum sodium
3. CThe HbA1c
4. DThe white cell count

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

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

A patient says, "I've never seen this tablet before," as the nurse offers it. What should the nurse do?

1. AStop and recheck the prescription before giving it
2. BReassure the patient that the tablet is correct and give it
3. CGive half the tablet until the doctor visits
4. DLeave the tablet on the table for the patient to take later

How can nurses help patients sleep better on a hospital ward at night?

1. AKeep the main lights on so staff can see clearly
2. BGive every patient a sleeping tablet
3. CGroup care and observations so patients are disturbed less often
4. DDo routine tasks such as bed changes at midnight while it is quiet

A dying patient has noisy, rattling breathing that is upsetting the family. Which nursing action helps?

1. AReposition the patient and explain the cause to the family
2. BGive large volumes of oral fluids
3. CStart deep suction every 10 minutes
4. DTell the family it means the patient is choking and needs help

An older patient's leg wound has become more painful and has a new unpleasant smell, but there is no fever. What does this suggest?

1. AA possible wound infection that needs assessment and reporting
2. BThe wound has dried out and needs to be left open
3. CNormal healing, because there is no fever and the wound is still closed
4. DAn allergy to the dressing that needs no action

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

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