Prioritization & delegation worksheet with answers

Which resting heart rate in an adult is bradycardia?

1. A64/min
2. B72/min
3. C46/min
4. D88/min

In most settings, which task is kept for the RN rather than assigned to an LPN/LVN?

1. AReinforcing teaching already given
2. BGiving an IV push medication
3. CMeasuring vital signs
4. DGiving scheduled oral medications

In the ABC framework, which problem is a circulation problem?

1. AAnxiety
2. BUncontrolled bleeding
3. CStridor
4. DA respiratory rate of 32/min

During an IV vancomycin infusion, a patient develops flushing and itching of the face and neck. What should the nurse do first?

1. AStop or slow the infusion and inform the provider
2. BIgnore it, because flushing is always harmless and passes
3. CSpeed up the infusion to finish it quickly
4. DApply a warm compress to the face and neck

During START triage at a mass-casualty scene, a victim can walk to the designated area when asked. Which category is the victim given?

1. ARed (immediate)
2. BBlack (expectant)
3. CYellow (delayed)
4. DGreen (minor)

Which patient should a nurse see first after report?

1. AA patient with a new cast who says the foot feels numb and the toes are cool
2. BA patient on a diuretic who has passed 400 mL of urine since 08:00
3. CA patient with osteoarthritis who reports stiffness every morning
4. DA patient who wants help to shower before visitors arrive

A patient’s serum potassium is 6.1 mEq/L. Which of the patient’s medications should the nurse question first?

1. AFurosemide
2. BHydrochlorothiazide
3. COmeprazole
4. DSpironolactone

Two patients on the unit have the same surname. What should the nurse do before giving a medication?

1. AAsk the patient, “Are you Mr Smith?” and give the drug once he says yes
2. BUse the room number as the main identifier
3. CAsk a nursing assistant which patient is which
4. DCheck two identifiers against the wristband and the medication record