NYU NURSE-GN 2005 Evidence-Based Practice Complete Practice Question Bank | Real-World Exam Quizzes & Deep-Dive Academic Rationales (2026/2027)

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NURSE – GN 2005 Evidence Based Practice
Practice Questions, Quizzes, and Rationales
2026/2027 | NYU (Meyers) University


Question 1
What is the nurse’s first action when a client removes an ice pack covering from the
knee?
A. Reapply the ice pack immediately
B. Ask how long the ice was applied
C. Instruct the client about proper use
D. Observe the skin under the ice pack
Correct Answer: D. Observe the skin under the ice pack

Rationale: The priority is to assess for tissue damage or cold injury before any other
action. Instruction (C), timing questions (B), and reapplication (A) come after
ensuring skin integrity.


Question 2
A client weighs 182 lbs and is receiving Nipride infusion. What is the correct drip rate?
A. 98 gtt/min
B. 112 gtt/min
C. 124 gtt/min
D. 135 gtt/min
Correct Answer: C. 124 gtt/min

Rationale: The calculation using weight-based dosing and drip factor results in 124
gtt/min. Other options reflect incorrect conversion or calculation errors.


Question 3
A client receives Pitocin infusion after cesarean delivery. What is the flow rate?
A. 75 gtt/min
B. 83 gtt/min
C. 90 gtt/min
D. 100 gtt/min
Correct Answer: B. 83 gtt/min

Rationale: Proper IV calculation using volume, time, and drip factor yields 83 gtt/min.
Other options misapply time or drop factor.

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Question 4
What is the most accurate method to confirm NG tube placement?
A. Check stomach contents
B. Listen for air injection sound
C. Obtain a chest X-ray
D. Measure gastric pH
Correct Answer: C. Obtain a chest X-ray

Rationale: Chest X-ray is the gold standard for confirming NG tube placement. Other
methods are not fully reliable.


Question 5
A client is upset about a new colostomy stoma appearance. What is the best response?
A. “You will get used to it.”
B. “The swelling will go down and it will become smaller.”
C. “Join a support group.”
D. “Try handling the equipment now.”
Correct Answer: B. “The swelling will go down and it will become smaller.”

Rationale: This provides accurate reassurance. Other options are premature or do not
address immediate emotional concern.


Question 6
A client on NG suction feels nauseated and has no drainage. What is first action?
A. Irrigate tube
B. Reposition client
C. Advance tube
D. Give antiemetic
Correct Answer: B. Reposition client

Rationale: Non-invasive actions come first. Repositioning may restore flow and
relieve nausea before invasive steps.


Question 7
A client coughs during NG feeding but is now stable. What should nurse do?
A. Document only
B. Stop feeding permanently
C. Check tube placement with pH test

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D. Continue feeding
Correct Answer: C. Check tube placement with pH test

Rationale: Coughing may indicate displacement. Tube position must be verified
before continuing feeding.


Question 8
A confused client cannot state place or year. What should nurse document?
A. Memory loss
B. Dysphasia
C. Poor attention
D. Disoriented to time and place
Correct Answer: D. Disoriented to time and place

Rationale: The symptom directly reflects disorientation. Other options describe
unrelated cognitive issues.


Question 9
Which food is best for a client with CKD?
A. Avoid all protein
B. Scrambled egg
C. Orange juice
D. High-fat diet
Correct Answer: B. Scrambled egg

Rationale: Eggs are high biologic value protein. Other options are either harmful or
incorrect dietary advice.


Question 10
Where is the center of gravity in elderly clients?
A. Head
B. Chest
C. Upper torso
D. Abdomen
Correct Answer: C. Upper torso

Rationale: Postural changes shift center of gravity upward in elderly. Other options
are incorrect anatomical assumptions.


Question 11