Prioritization & delegation worksheet with answers

What is the normal range for arterial bicarbonate (HCO₃⁻)?

1. A3.5–5.0 mEq/L
2. B80–100 mEq/L
3. C35–45 mEq/L
4. D22–26 mEq/L

All else being equal, which problem usually takes priority?

1. AA new, acute problem
2. BThe problem the family is most worried about
3. CA long-standing chronic problem, because it affects more of the patient’s life
4. DThe problem that takes the least time to fix

What does the Braden Scale measure?

1. AThe risk of developing a pressure injury
2. BThe severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms
3. CThe level of consciousness after a head injury
4. DThe risk of falling during a hospital stay

A patient on a nasal cannula at 6 L/min still has a low SpO₂. What should the nurse do?

1. ARecheck the SpO₂ at the next routine set of observations in four hours
2. BTurn the nasal cannula up to 15 L/min
3. CRemove the oxygen to see if the SpO₂ changes
4. DReport it, because a different oxygen device is likely to be needed

After a hip replacement, a patient has sudden severe hip pain, and the operated leg looks shorter and turned. What should the nurse suspect?

1. AA pressure injury on the heel
2. BDislocation of the new hip
3. CA urinary tract infection
4. DNormal pain after surgery

During an IV antibiotic infusion, a patient develops hives, wheezing and a hoarse voice. What does the nurse do first?

1. AStop the infusion
2. BDocument the reaction in the chart
3. CSlow the infusion to half the rate
4. DGive oral diphenhydramine

A victim heavily contaminated with an industrial chemical arrives at the emergency department with stable vital signs. What should happen first?

1. AFull assessment inside the main department straight away
2. BDecontamination before the victim enters the treatment area
3. CPlacing the victim in the waiting room until a doctor is free
4. DTaking the victim straight to the X-ray department

A patient takes lithium. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A“I will drink enough fluid every day.”
2. B“I will go for my blood tests as planned.”
3. C“I will keep my daily salt intake about the same as usual.”
4. D“I will take ibuprofen every day for my headaches.”