NUR 101 FUNDAMENTALS EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A |STUDY GUIDE| INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
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Core Domains *
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Hygiene and Skin Care *
Patient Mobility and Positioning*
Vital Signs Assessment *
Infection Control & Safety *
Nursing Ethics & Standards *
Regulatory Compliance *
Clinical Decision-Making *
, Professional Communication *
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Introduction *
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This comprehensive exam assesses foundational nursing knowledge *
essential for safe patient care in clinical settings. The test *
evaluates critical skills in hygiene promotion, mobility assist- *
ance, and vital signs assessment through multiple-choice and *
scenario-based questions. Questions emphasize real-world application, *
requiring nurses to demonstrate sound decision-making capabilities *
when addressing patient needs. The exam covers theoretical foundations, *
practical techniques, regulatory requirements, ethical standards, *
and legal compliance necessary for nursing practice. Success indicates *
readiness for clinical assignments involving fundamental patient care. *
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Section One: Questions 1–100
, Question 1
A nurse is assisting a postoperative patient with ambulation. The patient reports dizziness upon standing. What
should the nurse do FIRST?
A. Encourage the patient to walk slowly to the bathroom
B. Have the patient sit down immediately and assess vital signs
C. Provide a walking belt and continue ambulation
D. Call for assistance and leave the patient standing
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: Dizziness upon standing indicates potential orthostatic hypotension, a common postoperative
complication. The nurse must immediately have the patient sit to prevent falls, then assess vital signs to
determine the cause. Continuing ambulation (A, C) or leaving the patient standing (D) increases fall risk
significantly.
Question 2
When teaching a patient about proper hand hygiene, the nurse should recommend rubbing hands together for
how long?
A. 5–10 seconds
B. 15–20 seconds
C. 30–45 seconds
D. 60 seconds
🟢 Correct answer: B
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A |STUDY GUIDE| INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
,*
Core Domains *
*
Hygiene and Skin Care *
Patient Mobility and Positioning*
Vital Signs Assessment *
Infection Control & Safety *
Nursing Ethics & Standards *
Regulatory Compliance *
Clinical Decision-Making *
, Professional Communication *
*
Introduction *
*
This comprehensive exam assesses foundational nursing knowledge *
essential for safe patient care in clinical settings. The test *
evaluates critical skills in hygiene promotion, mobility assist- *
ance, and vital signs assessment through multiple-choice and *
scenario-based questions. Questions emphasize real-world application, *
requiring nurses to demonstrate sound decision-making capabilities *
when addressing patient needs. The exam covers theoretical foundations, *
practical techniques, regulatory requirements, ethical standards, *
and legal compliance necessary for nursing practice. Success indicates *
readiness for clinical assignments involving fundamental patient care. *
*
Section One: Questions 1–100
, Question 1
A nurse is assisting a postoperative patient with ambulation. The patient reports dizziness upon standing. What
should the nurse do FIRST?
A. Encourage the patient to walk slowly to the bathroom
B. Have the patient sit down immediately and assess vital signs
C. Provide a walking belt and continue ambulation
D. Call for assistance and leave the patient standing
🟢 Correct answer: B
🔴 RATIONALE: Dizziness upon standing indicates potential orthostatic hypotension, a common postoperative
complication. The nurse must immediately have the patient sit to prevent falls, then assess vital signs to
determine the cause. Continuing ambulation (A, C) or leaving the patient standing (D) increases fall risk
significantly.
Question 2
When teaching a patient about proper hand hygiene, the nurse should recommend rubbing hands together for
how long?
A. 5–10 seconds
B. 15–20 seconds
C. 30–45 seconds
D. 60 seconds
🟢 Correct answer: B
