PN 4006 Exam Prep 2026 | Verified Questions & Answers |
Graded A+
1. What is a common recommendation for clients after surgery?
Avoid all physical activity.
Consume solid foods immediately.
Skip medication doses.
Engage in deep breathing exercises.
2. Describe the role of coughing as a defense mechanism in the human body.
Coughing helps in the absorption of oxygen in the lungs.
Coughing is a voluntary action to communicate discomfort.
Coughing serves to expel irritants from the respiratory tract,
protecting the lungs and airways.
Coughing is a sign of a serious illness that requires immediate
attention.
3. What term describes the absence of muscle tone in a patient?
Rigidity
Hypertonicity
Spasticity
Flaccidity
4. If a nurse notices excessive redness and swelling around a patient's sutures,
what should be the next step before proceeding with suture removal?
Document the findings and continue with the procedure.
, Consult with the healthcare provider regarding the signs of
infection.
Apply a warm compress to the area.
Proceed with suture removal as planned.
5. Why is it important to moisten the sterile gauze with normal saline when
managing evisceration?
Moistening the sterile gauze helps to keep the exposed tissue
hydrated and prevents further injury.
It is done to clean the incision area before surgery.
It helps to absorb any excess blood from the incision.
Moistening is unnecessary as the gauze is sterile.
6. What does a high CO2 level in ABG values typically indicate?
Respiratory alkalosis
Respiratory acidosis
Metabolic alkalosis
Metabolic acidosis
7. Why is it important to collect a urine sample at a specific time, such as the
first morning urine?
The time of collection does not affect the results.
Any time sample collection is equally effective.
Urine samples should only be collected after meals.
Collecting the first morning urine provides a more concentrated
sample for accurate analysis.
,8. Describe the mechanism by which Narcan counteracts the effects of opiates
in an overdose situation.
Narcan increases the production of endorphins to counteract opiates.
Narcan enhances the metabolism of opiates in the liver.
Narcan works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, displacing
the opiates and reversing their effects.
Narcan inhibits the absorption of opiates in the digestive system.
9. Describe the significance of documenting flaccidity in a patient with
deteriorating neurological status.
Documenting flaccidity shows that the patient is recovering from a
neurological event.
Documenting flaccidity suggests the patient is experiencing muscle
spasms.
Documenting flaccidity is irrelevant in cases of neurological
assessment.
Documenting flaccidity indicates a loss of muscle tone, which is
critical in assessing neurological function.
10. Describe why regular assessment of the catheter site is important for skin
integrity.
It reduces the need for catheterization.
Regular assessment helps identify early signs of irritation or
infection, allowing for timely interventions.
It ensures that the catheter is functioning properly.
It allows for the application of creams and ointments.
, 11. Why is it important for clients to perform deep breathing exercises after
surgery?
Deep breathing exercises can cause pain.
Deep breathing exercises help prevent respiratory complications.
Deep breathing exercises are unnecessary after surgery.
Deep breathing exercises are only for relaxation.
12. The nurse assesses the patient's skin around the suprapubic catheter and
observes extremely reddened skin. Which is the best nursing intervention to
promote skin integrity?
Keep the suprapubic insertion site dry.
Apply an antiseptic ointment.
Fit the stoma with a tight skin barrier.
Attach a different bag to the skin.
13. What should a nurse check if an IV is not dripping despite the clamp being
open?
The IV site for patency and any kinks in the tubing.
The patient's blood pressure.
The medication dosage.
The infusion pump settings.
14. What is the first action a nurse should take when finding a patient
unresponsive on the floor?
Administer CPR immediately.
Call for help and leave the patient alone.
Graded A+
1. What is a common recommendation for clients after surgery?
Avoid all physical activity.
Consume solid foods immediately.
Skip medication doses.
Engage in deep breathing exercises.
2. Describe the role of coughing as a defense mechanism in the human body.
Coughing helps in the absorption of oxygen in the lungs.
Coughing is a voluntary action to communicate discomfort.
Coughing serves to expel irritants from the respiratory tract,
protecting the lungs and airways.
Coughing is a sign of a serious illness that requires immediate
attention.
3. What term describes the absence of muscle tone in a patient?
Rigidity
Hypertonicity
Spasticity
Flaccidity
4. If a nurse notices excessive redness and swelling around a patient's sutures,
what should be the next step before proceeding with suture removal?
Document the findings and continue with the procedure.
, Consult with the healthcare provider regarding the signs of
infection.
Apply a warm compress to the area.
Proceed with suture removal as planned.
5. Why is it important to moisten the sterile gauze with normal saline when
managing evisceration?
Moistening the sterile gauze helps to keep the exposed tissue
hydrated and prevents further injury.
It is done to clean the incision area before surgery.
It helps to absorb any excess blood from the incision.
Moistening is unnecessary as the gauze is sterile.
6. What does a high CO2 level in ABG values typically indicate?
Respiratory alkalosis
Respiratory acidosis
Metabolic alkalosis
Metabolic acidosis
7. Why is it important to collect a urine sample at a specific time, such as the
first morning urine?
The time of collection does not affect the results.
Any time sample collection is equally effective.
Urine samples should only be collected after meals.
Collecting the first morning urine provides a more concentrated
sample for accurate analysis.
,8. Describe the mechanism by which Narcan counteracts the effects of opiates
in an overdose situation.
Narcan increases the production of endorphins to counteract opiates.
Narcan enhances the metabolism of opiates in the liver.
Narcan works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, displacing
the opiates and reversing their effects.
Narcan inhibits the absorption of opiates in the digestive system.
9. Describe the significance of documenting flaccidity in a patient with
deteriorating neurological status.
Documenting flaccidity shows that the patient is recovering from a
neurological event.
Documenting flaccidity suggests the patient is experiencing muscle
spasms.
Documenting flaccidity is irrelevant in cases of neurological
assessment.
Documenting flaccidity indicates a loss of muscle tone, which is
critical in assessing neurological function.
10. Describe why regular assessment of the catheter site is important for skin
integrity.
It reduces the need for catheterization.
Regular assessment helps identify early signs of irritation or
infection, allowing for timely interventions.
It ensures that the catheter is functioning properly.
It allows for the application of creams and ointments.
, 11. Why is it important for clients to perform deep breathing exercises after
surgery?
Deep breathing exercises can cause pain.
Deep breathing exercises help prevent respiratory complications.
Deep breathing exercises are unnecessary after surgery.
Deep breathing exercises are only for relaxation.
12. The nurse assesses the patient's skin around the suprapubic catheter and
observes extremely reddened skin. Which is the best nursing intervention to
promote skin integrity?
Keep the suprapubic insertion site dry.
Apply an antiseptic ointment.
Fit the stoma with a tight skin barrier.
Attach a different bag to the skin.
13. What should a nurse check if an IV is not dripping despite the clamp being
open?
The IV site for patency and any kinks in the tubing.
The patient's blood pressure.
The medication dosage.
The infusion pump settings.
14. What is the first action a nurse should take when finding a patient
unresponsive on the floor?
Administer CPR immediately.
Call for help and leave the patient alone.
