NR224/ NR 224 Exam 1 (Latest 2026 Update)
Fundamentals Skills | Graded A| Questions
,1. What is the primary purpose of having a specific knowledge base in critical
thinking?
□ A. To enhance critical knowledge
□ B. To increase physical stamina
□ C. To improve communication skills
□ D. To develop emotional intelligence
Answer: A. To enhance critical knowledge
2. Which stage of the infectious process is characterized by the appearance of the
first symptoms?
□ A. Incubation period
□ B. Illness stage
□ C. Convalescent stage
□ D. Prodromal stage
Answer: A. Incubation period
3. What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection according to
the content?
□ A. Wearing gloves
□ B. Handwashing
□ C. Using antiseptics
□ D. Isolating patients
Answer: B. Handwashing
4. In the context of critical thinking, which attitude is essential for fostering
creativity?
□ A. Confidence
□ B. Fairness
□ C. Integrity
□ D. All of the above
Answer: A. Confidence
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, 5. What does the term 'systemic infection' refer to?
□ A. Infection that is easily treatable
□ B. Infection affecting the entire body
□ C. Infection localized to one area
□ D. Infection that is always fatal
Answer: B. Infection affecting the entire body
6. Which professional standard is emphasized in the context of nursing practice?
□ A. Collaboration with interprofessional teams
□ B. Individual patient care
□ C. Financial management
□ D. Research and development
Answer: A. Collaboration with interprofessional teams
7. What is the recovery stage of an infectious process called?
□ A. Convalescent stage
□ B. Incubation period
□ C. Illness stage
□ D. Prodromal stage
Answer: A. Convalescent stage
8. What is a significant consequence of untreated systemic infections?
□ A. They can lead to chronic conditions
□ B. They can be easily managed
□ C. They can be fatal
□ D. They have no impact
Answer: C. They can be fatal
9. During which period does peristalsis slow down significantly?
□ A. During sleep
□ B. During exercise
□ C. During prolonged inactivity
□ D. During meal times
Answer: C. During prolonged inactivity
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Fundamentals Skills | Graded A| Questions
,1. What is the primary purpose of having a specific knowledge base in critical
thinking?
□ A. To enhance critical knowledge
□ B. To increase physical stamina
□ C. To improve communication skills
□ D. To develop emotional intelligence
Answer: A. To enhance critical knowledge
2. Which stage of the infectious process is characterized by the appearance of the
first symptoms?
□ A. Incubation period
□ B. Illness stage
□ C. Convalescent stage
□ D. Prodromal stage
Answer: A. Incubation period
3. What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection according to
the content?
□ A. Wearing gloves
□ B. Handwashing
□ C. Using antiseptics
□ D. Isolating patients
Answer: B. Handwashing
4. In the context of critical thinking, which attitude is essential for fostering
creativity?
□ A. Confidence
□ B. Fairness
□ C. Integrity
□ D. All of the above
Answer: A. Confidence
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, 5. What does the term 'systemic infection' refer to?
□ A. Infection that is easily treatable
□ B. Infection affecting the entire body
□ C. Infection localized to one area
□ D. Infection that is always fatal
Answer: B. Infection affecting the entire body
6. Which professional standard is emphasized in the context of nursing practice?
□ A. Collaboration with interprofessional teams
□ B. Individual patient care
□ C. Financial management
□ D. Research and development
Answer: A. Collaboration with interprofessional teams
7. What is the recovery stage of an infectious process called?
□ A. Convalescent stage
□ B. Incubation period
□ C. Illness stage
□ D. Prodromal stage
Answer: A. Convalescent stage
8. What is a significant consequence of untreated systemic infections?
□ A. They can lead to chronic conditions
□ B. They can be easily managed
□ C. They can be fatal
□ D. They have no impact
Answer: C. They can be fatal
9. During which period does peristalsis slow down significantly?
□ A. During sleep
□ B. During exercise
□ C. During prolonged inactivity
□ D. During meal times
Answer: C. During prolonged inactivity
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