Prioritization & delegation worksheet with answers

Which statement about the nursing process is correct when setting priorities?

1. AImplementation comes first, so care starts quickly
2. BAssessment comes first, because the other steps depend on it
3. CEvaluation comes first, before any patient data have been collected
4. DPlanning comes first, before seeing the patient

Which body temperature is a fever in an adult?

1. A38.5 °C
2. B36.8 °C
3. C36.4 °C
4. D37.1 °C

Does asking a patient directly about suicidal thoughts increase their risk?

1. AOnly when the question is asked in writing
2. BYes; asking about it may give the patient the idea
3. COnly if the patient is over 65 years old
4. DNo; asking directly is safe and helps assess the risk

A nurse teaches a patient with heart failure. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A“I add extra salt to my food so it tastes better.”
2. B“I will call if my weight goes up quickly over a day or two.”
3. C“I will take my water tablet in the morning.”
4. D“I will weigh myself every morning after I use the toilet.”

Which action by a nursing assistant needs the nurse to step in?

1. ALowering the bed to its lowest position and locking the wheels after care
2. BTaking an oral temperature just after the patient drank cold water
3. CPutting the call light within the patient’s reach
4. DCleaning hands before entering the room

A nurse gives IV morphine for severe pain. When should the nurse reassess the pain and sedation?

1. AWithin about 15–30 minutes
2. BAt the next routine round in four hours
3. COnly when the patient asks for more
4. DAt the end of the shift

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

A patient has central chest pain that started 30 minutes ago at rest and has not eased with rest or nitroglycerin. What does this suggest?

1. AMuscle strain that needs a warm compress
2. BIndigestion that is best treated with an antacid and a glass of milk
3. CA possible myocardial infarction that needs urgent action
4. DStable angina that will pass without treatment