Multiple Choice Questions NRSG 102
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The nurse is caring for a patient with osteoporosis, she teaches the patient
about ways to prevent fractures. Which of the following statements by the
patient reflects a need for further education?
a. "I usually go swimming with my family at the YMCA three times a week."
b. "I need to ask my doctor if I should have a bone mineral density check this
year."
c. "If I don't drink milk at dinner, I will eat broccoli or cabbage to get the calcium
that I need in my diet."
d. "The more frequently I walk, the more likely I will be to fall and break my leg. I
think I will avoid walking so I don't hurt myself." - ANSWER D
The nurse and a student nurse are discussing the effects of bed immobility on
patients. The nurse knows that the student nurse understands the concept of
mobility when making which statement?
a. "Patients with impaired bed mobility have an increased risk for pressure
ulcers."
b. "Patients with impaired bed mobility like to have extra visitors."
c. "Patients with impaired bed mobility need to have a mechanical soft diet."
d. "Patients with impaired bed mobility are prone to constipation." - ANSWER a
Myth or true? Down syndrome patients have a severe cognitive disability -
ANSWER MYTH - most of the time they have mild to modertate cognitive
disability
Indicate from the list below which patients might be at risk for alterations in
nutrition:
a. Mr. J is 86 yo, lives alone, and has difficulty with poor fitting dentures
,b. Mrs. K has been nothing by mouth for the past 5 days following bowel surgery,
she is receiving fluids via an IV line
c. Patient C is a young man, who works out fairly often, and is looking to lower
his body fat percentage
d. Patient M is a 17 yo female who weighs 40 kg and is 180 cm in height, she
states she is concerned about having too much baby fat - ANSWER a b d
Which of the following information should the nurse share with the assistive
personnel who has been assigned to give a patient a tub bath?
a. pt is sometimes confused
b. pt has a bruised area on her left buttock
c. pt will be discharged tomorrow morning
d. pt has expressed a disliking for her room mate's family
e. pt is currently taking PO anticogulants
f. pt has been on long term antidepressants
mc:
1. a, d, f
2. b, e, f
3. a, b, e
4. c, d, f - ANSWER 3
the braden scale has 6 subscale categories, you assess the pt and determine
that they are bedridden (bedfast). which subscale does this apply?
a. mobility
b. sensory perception
c. moisture
d. activity - ANSWER D
The nurse is assisting a patient with a tub bath, after the pt is safely positioned in
the tub, he tells the nurse "I'll call you when I'm done." The nurse's best
response is:
a. alright, just call out and i'll come help you out of the tub when you're ready
b. well, i'll check back with you in about 5 minutes to see if you need anything
c. that's not safe, i'd rather sit just outside the door and wait for you to be done
d. i'll be back in 15 minutes, that should be enough time for you to finish up with
the bath - ANSWER B
The nurse knows that the patient is on a clear liquid diet, which of the following
complies with this diet?
, a. scrambled eggs and toast
b. cream of mushroom soup
c. mashed potatoes, peas, and meat
d. apple juice and tea - ANSWER D
The AHS safe bathing temperature policy applies to which of the following
settings:
a. acute care
b. continuing care
c. all settings
d. designated assisted living - ANSWER C
When the pt's intake is less than usual because of illness or fatigue, the nurse
should do which of the following? select all
a. offer nutrient dense foods first
b. offer smaller frequent meals.
c. increase water intake
d. determine food preferences - ANSWER a, b, d
The nurse is preparing to delegate a patient's tub bath to assistive personnel,
which of the following statements by the assistive personnel requires follow-up
by the nurse?
a. i will be sure to stay nearby so i can hear if she calls
b. i will certainly tell you if i see any cracks or redness on her skin
c. i will encourage her to soak for 20-30 mins since that will relax her
d. i will drain the tub completely before helping her out to get dressed - ANSWER
c
You are to ensure that your pt is receiving the correct diet; indicate the diet to
the foods:
mechanical soft, pureed, clear liquid, regular, full liquid
tea, clear soup - ?
fruit juice, cream soup - ?
mashed potatoes and gravy, minced meat - ?
liquids thickened prescribed consistency - ?
no restrictions, any diet - ? - ANSWER tea, clear soup - clear liquid
fruit juice, cream soup - full liquid
mashed potatoes and gravy, minced meat - mechanical soft
liquids thickened prescribed consistency - thickened liquid
no restrictions , any diet -regular
the AHS safe bathing temp range for adults is which of the following?
With Complete Solutions
The nurse is caring for a patient with osteoporosis, she teaches the patient
about ways to prevent fractures. Which of the following statements by the
patient reflects a need for further education?
a. "I usually go swimming with my family at the YMCA three times a week."
b. "I need to ask my doctor if I should have a bone mineral density check this
year."
c. "If I don't drink milk at dinner, I will eat broccoli or cabbage to get the calcium
that I need in my diet."
d. "The more frequently I walk, the more likely I will be to fall and break my leg. I
think I will avoid walking so I don't hurt myself." - ANSWER D
The nurse and a student nurse are discussing the effects of bed immobility on
patients. The nurse knows that the student nurse understands the concept of
mobility when making which statement?
a. "Patients with impaired bed mobility have an increased risk for pressure
ulcers."
b. "Patients with impaired bed mobility like to have extra visitors."
c. "Patients with impaired bed mobility need to have a mechanical soft diet."
d. "Patients with impaired bed mobility are prone to constipation." - ANSWER a
Myth or true? Down syndrome patients have a severe cognitive disability -
ANSWER MYTH - most of the time they have mild to modertate cognitive
disability
Indicate from the list below which patients might be at risk for alterations in
nutrition:
a. Mr. J is 86 yo, lives alone, and has difficulty with poor fitting dentures
,b. Mrs. K has been nothing by mouth for the past 5 days following bowel surgery,
she is receiving fluids via an IV line
c. Patient C is a young man, who works out fairly often, and is looking to lower
his body fat percentage
d. Patient M is a 17 yo female who weighs 40 kg and is 180 cm in height, she
states she is concerned about having too much baby fat - ANSWER a b d
Which of the following information should the nurse share with the assistive
personnel who has been assigned to give a patient a tub bath?
a. pt is sometimes confused
b. pt has a bruised area on her left buttock
c. pt will be discharged tomorrow morning
d. pt has expressed a disliking for her room mate's family
e. pt is currently taking PO anticogulants
f. pt has been on long term antidepressants
mc:
1. a, d, f
2. b, e, f
3. a, b, e
4. c, d, f - ANSWER 3
the braden scale has 6 subscale categories, you assess the pt and determine
that they are bedridden (bedfast). which subscale does this apply?
a. mobility
b. sensory perception
c. moisture
d. activity - ANSWER D
The nurse is assisting a patient with a tub bath, after the pt is safely positioned in
the tub, he tells the nurse "I'll call you when I'm done." The nurse's best
response is:
a. alright, just call out and i'll come help you out of the tub when you're ready
b. well, i'll check back with you in about 5 minutes to see if you need anything
c. that's not safe, i'd rather sit just outside the door and wait for you to be done
d. i'll be back in 15 minutes, that should be enough time for you to finish up with
the bath - ANSWER B
The nurse knows that the patient is on a clear liquid diet, which of the following
complies with this diet?
, a. scrambled eggs and toast
b. cream of mushroom soup
c. mashed potatoes, peas, and meat
d. apple juice and tea - ANSWER D
The AHS safe bathing temperature policy applies to which of the following
settings:
a. acute care
b. continuing care
c. all settings
d. designated assisted living - ANSWER C
When the pt's intake is less than usual because of illness or fatigue, the nurse
should do which of the following? select all
a. offer nutrient dense foods first
b. offer smaller frequent meals.
c. increase water intake
d. determine food preferences - ANSWER a, b, d
The nurse is preparing to delegate a patient's tub bath to assistive personnel,
which of the following statements by the assistive personnel requires follow-up
by the nurse?
a. i will be sure to stay nearby so i can hear if she calls
b. i will certainly tell you if i see any cracks or redness on her skin
c. i will encourage her to soak for 20-30 mins since that will relax her
d. i will drain the tub completely before helping her out to get dressed - ANSWER
c
You are to ensure that your pt is receiving the correct diet; indicate the diet to
the foods:
mechanical soft, pureed, clear liquid, regular, full liquid
tea, clear soup - ?
fruit juice, cream soup - ?
mashed potatoes and gravy, minced meat - ?
liquids thickened prescribed consistency - ?
no restrictions, any diet - ? - ANSWER tea, clear soup - clear liquid
fruit juice, cream soup - full liquid
mashed potatoes and gravy, minced meat - mechanical soft
liquids thickened prescribed consistency - thickened liquid
no restrictions , any diet -regular
the AHS safe bathing temp range for adults is which of the following?
