Prioritization & delegation worksheet with answers

Using the rule of nines, what percentage of body surface does one whole arm represent in an adult?

1. A36%
2. B18%
3. C9%
4. D1%

In the ABC framework, which finding is mainly a breathing problem?

1. AStridor caused by a swollen throat
2. BA blood glucose of 60 mg/dL (3.3 mmol/L)
3. CShallow breaths with an SpO₂ of 85% on room air
4. DHeart rate 150/min with a low blood pressure and cold skin

Using the RACE fire response, what does the nurse do first when finding a fire in a patient’s room?

1. ARescue patients in immediate danger
2. BPull the fire alarm
3. CUse an extinguisher on the fire
4. DClose doors to contain the fire and smoke

A woman calls to say her husband suddenly has a drooping face and slurred speech. What should the nurse advise?

1. ALet him lie down and see if it improves
2. BDrive him to the hospital yourself after he has eaten dinner
3. CBook an appointment with his doctor next week
4. DCall emergency services now and note the time it started

A malnourished patient admitted with alcohol use disorder needs IV glucose. Which vitamin is given before or with it?

1. AVitamin D (calciferol)
2. BVitamin C (ascorbic acid)
3. CVitamin K (phytonadione)
4. DThiamine (vitamin B₁)

A patient wants to leave the hospital against medical advice. What should the nurse do?

1. ALock the door so the patient cannot leave the unit
2. BLet the patient leave without telling anyone
3. CHide the patient’s clothes and belongings until the provider arrives
4. DInform the provider, explain the risks and document the discussion

A patient with heart failure is short of breath with crackles in both lungs. Which order of actions is correct?

1. AGive the scheduled oral medicines first, then sit the patient up
2. BSit up, give oxygen as prescribed, then call the provider
3. CLay the patient flat to rest, then start the IV maintenance fluids
4. DWeigh the patient first, then reassess the breathing in four hours

A patient has peripheral arterial disease with a non-healing ulcer on the toe. Which advice about leg position is correct?

1. AWrap the legs tightly with compression bandages
2. BSit with the legs crossed to improve blood flow
3. CKeep the legs level or slightly lowered, not raised
4. DKeep the legs raised above the heart as much as possible