NUR 235 Final Exam Questions & Answers 2026 | High-
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1. If a patient presents with symptoms of increased intraocular pressure, what
assessment techniques should a nurse utilize to evaluate for glaucoma?
Tonometry and visual field testing.
Visual acuity testing and skin assessment.
Fundoscopy and blood pressure measurement.
Ophthalmoscopy and urine analysis.
2. Describe the significance of a pulse rating of 1 in patient assessment and what
it may indicate about a patient's cardiovascular status.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a strong pulse, suggesting good
cardiovascular health.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a normal pulse, reflecting stable
hemodynamics.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a bounding pulse, which is a sign of
hypertension.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a weak pulse, which may suggest poor
circulation or low blood volume.
3. If a patient presents with a clear or cloudy discharge and reports discomfort
during urination, what condition might you suspect, and what would be your
next step in assessment?
Bacterial vaginosis; prescribe antibiotics immediately.
Chlamydia; perform a urine test for STIs.
Gonorrhea; refer to a specialist.
, Urinary tract infection; recommend over-the-counter pain relief.
4. The best time to perform a breast self-exam is:
4-7 days after the start of menstrual flow
4-7 days at the end of the month
once a week
5. What type of hearing loss is characterized by damage to the inner ear or
auditory nerve?
Sensorineural hearing loss
Mixed hearing loss
Conductive hearing loss
Auditory processing disorder
6. What are the four main steps in the order of the abdominal examination?
Palpation, Percussion, Inspection, Auscultation
Auscultation, Inspection, Palpation, Percussion
Percussion, Palpation, Auscultation, Inspection
Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion, Palpation
7. Describe the condition known as diplopia and its potential impact on a
patient's daily life.
Diplopia refers to a loss of vision in one eye, leading to difficulty in
depth perception.
Diplopia is the inability to focus on objects clearly, often due to
refractive errors.
, Diplopia is a condition characterized by seeing two images of a
single object, which can affect daily activities such as reading and
driving.
Diplopia is a term used to describe a complete loss of vision in both
eyes.
8. What type of infection is trichomoniasis?
Parasitic infection
Bacterial infection
Fungal infection
Viral infection
9. Black colored stool can be an indication of:
Consuming black beans the day before
Bile present in the stool
Waste sitting in the colon too long
Blood present in the stool
10. If a patient presents with a macula that appears pale and indistinct, what
could this indicate about their ocular health?
It suggests the patient has perfect vision.
It indicates the presence of a foreign body in the eye.
It means the patient is experiencing normal aging.
It may indicate potential retinal damage or disease.
11. Describe the significance of capillary refill time in patient assessment.
, Capillary refill time measures blood pressure in the extremities.
Capillary refill time indicates peripheral perfusion and can help
assess circulatory status.
Capillary refill time assesses the patient's level of consciousness.
Capillary refill time is used to evaluate respiratory function.
12. Otitis media is also known as:
inner ear infection
outer ear infection
middle ear infection
swimmers ear
13. A patient presents with a stage 3 pressure ulcer on their sacral area. What is
the most appropriate nursing intervention to implement?
Ignore the ulcer as it will heal on its own.
Only document the ulcer without any intervention.
Apply a topical antibiotic without further assessment.
Develop a wound care plan that includes regular repositioning and
specialized dressings.
14. If a patient presents with a loss of smell, which cranial nerve should be
assessed and what could this indicate?
Cranial nerve I; it could indicate a neurological disorder or
damage.
Cranial nerve V; it could indicate facial sensation issues.
Cranial nerve II; it could indicate vision impairment.
Yield Review | Graded A+
1. If a patient presents with symptoms of increased intraocular pressure, what
assessment techniques should a nurse utilize to evaluate for glaucoma?
Tonometry and visual field testing.
Visual acuity testing and skin assessment.
Fundoscopy and blood pressure measurement.
Ophthalmoscopy and urine analysis.
2. Describe the significance of a pulse rating of 1 in patient assessment and what
it may indicate about a patient's cardiovascular status.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a strong pulse, suggesting good
cardiovascular health.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a normal pulse, reflecting stable
hemodynamics.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a bounding pulse, which is a sign of
hypertension.
A pulse rating of 1 indicates a weak pulse, which may suggest poor
circulation or low blood volume.
3. If a patient presents with a clear or cloudy discharge and reports discomfort
during urination, what condition might you suspect, and what would be your
next step in assessment?
Bacterial vaginosis; prescribe antibiotics immediately.
Chlamydia; perform a urine test for STIs.
Gonorrhea; refer to a specialist.
, Urinary tract infection; recommend over-the-counter pain relief.
4. The best time to perform a breast self-exam is:
4-7 days after the start of menstrual flow
4-7 days at the end of the month
once a week
5. What type of hearing loss is characterized by damage to the inner ear or
auditory nerve?
Sensorineural hearing loss
Mixed hearing loss
Conductive hearing loss
Auditory processing disorder
6. What are the four main steps in the order of the abdominal examination?
Palpation, Percussion, Inspection, Auscultation
Auscultation, Inspection, Palpation, Percussion
Percussion, Palpation, Auscultation, Inspection
Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion, Palpation
7. Describe the condition known as diplopia and its potential impact on a
patient's daily life.
Diplopia refers to a loss of vision in one eye, leading to difficulty in
depth perception.
Diplopia is the inability to focus on objects clearly, often due to
refractive errors.
, Diplopia is a condition characterized by seeing two images of a
single object, which can affect daily activities such as reading and
driving.
Diplopia is a term used to describe a complete loss of vision in both
eyes.
8. What type of infection is trichomoniasis?
Parasitic infection
Bacterial infection
Fungal infection
Viral infection
9. Black colored stool can be an indication of:
Consuming black beans the day before
Bile present in the stool
Waste sitting in the colon too long
Blood present in the stool
10. If a patient presents with a macula that appears pale and indistinct, what
could this indicate about their ocular health?
It suggests the patient has perfect vision.
It indicates the presence of a foreign body in the eye.
It means the patient is experiencing normal aging.
It may indicate potential retinal damage or disease.
11. Describe the significance of capillary refill time in patient assessment.
, Capillary refill time measures blood pressure in the extremities.
Capillary refill time indicates peripheral perfusion and can help
assess circulatory status.
Capillary refill time assesses the patient's level of consciousness.
Capillary refill time is used to evaluate respiratory function.
12. Otitis media is also known as:
inner ear infection
outer ear infection
middle ear infection
swimmers ear
13. A patient presents with a stage 3 pressure ulcer on their sacral area. What is
the most appropriate nursing intervention to implement?
Ignore the ulcer as it will heal on its own.
Only document the ulcer without any intervention.
Apply a topical antibiotic without further assessment.
Develop a wound care plan that includes regular repositioning and
specialized dressings.
14. If a patient presents with a loss of smell, which cranial nerve should be
assessed and what could this indicate?
Cranial nerve I; it could indicate a neurological disorder or
damage.
Cranial nerve V; it could indicate facial sensation issues.
Cranial nerve II; it could indicate vision impairment.
