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Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING FINAL EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS | LATEST VERSION 2026\27.
A nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who is being monitored for a possible
cerebral aneurysm following a lost of consciousness in the emergency room. The
nurse anticipates preparing the pt for ordered diagnostic tests. This nurse's
knowledge of the diagnostic procedures for this condition reflects which aspect of
nursing?
A. The art of nursing
B. The science of nursing
C. The caring aspect of nursing
D. The holistic approach to nursing -CORRECT ANS B. The science of nursing
A nurse is formulating a clinical question in PICO format. What does the letterP
represent?
A. Comparison to another similar treatment
B. Clearly defined, focused literature review
C. Specific identification of the desired outcome
D. Explicit descriptions of the population of interest -CORRECT ANS D. Explicit
descriptions of the population of interest
Insulin -CORRECT ANS Removes excess glucose from the blood and stores it as
glycogen in the liver.
Which nurse who was influential in the development of nursing in North America is
regarded as the founder of American nursing?
A. Clara Barton
B. Lillian Wald
C. Lavina Dock
D. Florence Nightingale -CORRECT ANS D. Florence Nightingale
A+ GRADED 1
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Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
The student nurse learns that illnesses are classified as either acute or chronic.
Which are examples of chronic illnesses? Select all that apply.
A. Diabetes mellitus
B. Bronchial pneumonia
C. Rheumatoid arthritis
D. Cystic fibrosis
E. Fractured hip
F. Otitis media -CORRECT ANS A, C, & D
World War II had a tremendous effect on the nursing profession. Which development
occurred during this period?
A. The role of the nurse was broadened
B. There was a decreased emphasis on education
C. Nursing was practiced mainly in hospital settings
D. There was an overabundance of nurses -CORRECT ANS A. The role of the nurse
was broadened
One of the 4 broad aims of nursing practice is to restore health. Which examples of
nursing interventions reflect this goal? Select all that apply.
A. A nurse counsels adolescents in a drug rehabilitation program
B. A nurse performed ROM exercises for a pt on bedrest
C. A nurse shows a diabetic pt how to inject insulin
D. A nurse recommends a yoga class for a busy executive
E. A nurse provides hospice care for a pt with end-stage cancer
F. A nurse teaches a nutrition class at a local high school -CORRECT ANS A, B, and C
Postpartum Urinary System Adaptations -CORRECT ANS -GFR and renal flow rate
increases
-Loss of voiding sensation
-Postpartum diuresis
A+ GRADED 2
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Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
When the newborn cheek is touched, the cheek turns toward the stimulus -
CORRECT ANS Rooting
Overweight BMI -CORRECT ANS >25 mg/dL
How many patient identifiers is required, and what are they? -CORRECT ANS 2
Name and date of birth
Pain and anxiety can alter these vital signs -CORRECT ANS HR, RR, and BP
1. A nurse assesses patients in a physician's office who are experiencing different
levels of health and illness. Which statements best define the concepts of health
and illness? Select all that apply.
A. Health and illness are the same for all people.
B. Health and illness are individually defined by each person.
C. People with acute illnesses are actually healthy.
D. People with chronic illnesses have poor health beliefs.
E. Health is more than the absence of illness.
F. Illness is the response of a person to a disease. -CORRECT ANS B, E, & F
Method of communication between health care providers about patients (the
handoff) -CORRECT ANS SBAR
When the newborn's head is turned to one side, the arm on that side is extended
out -CORRECT ANS Tonic neck
True or false: Diarrhea is a common concern postpartum -CORRECT ANS False.
Constipation is a common concern if iron is administered
This is the angle for a subcutaneous injection -CORRECT ANS 45 degrees
A+ GRADED 3
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Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
A nurse has volunteered to give influenza immunizations at a local clinic. What level
of care is the nurse demonstrating?
A. Tertiary
B. Secondary
C. Primary
D. Promotive -CORRECT ANS C. Primary
The outer most layer of the skin -CORRECT ANS Epidermis
First step in the abdominal assessment -CORRECT ANS Inspection
Obesity BMI -CORRECT ANS >30 mg/dL
When the bottom of the foot is stroked upwards, the newborn's toes flare out -
CORRECT ANS Babinski
Health promotion activities may occur on a primary, secondary, or tertiary level.
Which activities are considered tertiary health promotion? Select all that apply.
A. A nurse runs an immunization clinic in the inner city.
B. A nurse teaches a patient with an amputation how to care for the residual limb.
C. A nurse provides range-of-motion exercises for a paralyzed patient.
D. A nurse teaches parents of toddlers how to childproof their homes.
E. A school nurse provides screening for scoliosis for the students.
F. A nurse teaches new parents how to choose and use an infant car seat. -CORRECT
ANS B & C
When does menstruation return after birth for non lactating women? -CORRECT ANS
7-9 weeks
Nursing students should not drink this when stressed -CORRECT ANS Alcohol
A+ GRADED 4
Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING FINAL EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS | LATEST VERSION 2026\27.
A nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who is being monitored for a possible
cerebral aneurysm following a lost of consciousness in the emergency room. The
nurse anticipates preparing the pt for ordered diagnostic tests. This nurse's
knowledge of the diagnostic procedures for this condition reflects which aspect of
nursing?
A. The art of nursing
B. The science of nursing
C. The caring aspect of nursing
D. The holistic approach to nursing -CORRECT ANS B. The science of nursing
A nurse is formulating a clinical question in PICO format. What does the letterP
represent?
A. Comparison to another similar treatment
B. Clearly defined, focused literature review
C. Specific identification of the desired outcome
D. Explicit descriptions of the population of interest -CORRECT ANS D. Explicit
descriptions of the population of interest
Insulin -CORRECT ANS Removes excess glucose from the blood and stores it as
glycogen in the liver.
Which nurse who was influential in the development of nursing in North America is
regarded as the founder of American nursing?
A. Clara Barton
B. Lillian Wald
C. Lavina Dock
D. Florence Nightingale -CORRECT ANS D. Florence Nightingale
A+ GRADED 1
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Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
The student nurse learns that illnesses are classified as either acute or chronic.
Which are examples of chronic illnesses? Select all that apply.
A. Diabetes mellitus
B. Bronchial pneumonia
C. Rheumatoid arthritis
D. Cystic fibrosis
E. Fractured hip
F. Otitis media -CORRECT ANS A, C, & D
World War II had a tremendous effect on the nursing profession. Which development
occurred during this period?
A. The role of the nurse was broadened
B. There was a decreased emphasis on education
C. Nursing was practiced mainly in hospital settings
D. There was an overabundance of nurses -CORRECT ANS A. The role of the nurse
was broadened
One of the 4 broad aims of nursing practice is to restore health. Which examples of
nursing interventions reflect this goal? Select all that apply.
A. A nurse counsels adolescents in a drug rehabilitation program
B. A nurse performed ROM exercises for a pt on bedrest
C. A nurse shows a diabetic pt how to inject insulin
D. A nurse recommends a yoga class for a busy executive
E. A nurse provides hospice care for a pt with end-stage cancer
F. A nurse teaches a nutrition class at a local high school -CORRECT ANS A, B, and C
Postpartum Urinary System Adaptations -CORRECT ANS -GFR and renal flow rate
increases
-Loss of voiding sensation
-Postpartum diuresis
A+ GRADED 2
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Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
When the newborn cheek is touched, the cheek turns toward the stimulus -
CORRECT ANS Rooting
Overweight BMI -CORRECT ANS >25 mg/dL
How many patient identifiers is required, and what are they? -CORRECT ANS 2
Name and date of birth
Pain and anxiety can alter these vital signs -CORRECT ANS HR, RR, and BP
1. A nurse assesses patients in a physician's office who are experiencing different
levels of health and illness. Which statements best define the concepts of health
and illness? Select all that apply.
A. Health and illness are the same for all people.
B. Health and illness are individually defined by each person.
C. People with acute illnesses are actually healthy.
D. People with chronic illnesses have poor health beliefs.
E. Health is more than the absence of illness.
F. Illness is the response of a person to a disease. -CORRECT ANS B, E, & F
Method of communication between health care providers about patients (the
handoff) -CORRECT ANS SBAR
When the newborn's head is turned to one side, the arm on that side is extended
out -CORRECT ANS Tonic neck
True or false: Diarrhea is a common concern postpartum -CORRECT ANS False.
Constipation is a common concern if iron is administered
This is the angle for a subcutaneous injection -CORRECT ANS 45 degrees
A+ GRADED 3
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Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam
A nurse has volunteered to give influenza immunizations at a local clinic. What level
of care is the nurse demonstrating?
A. Tertiary
B. Secondary
C. Primary
D. Promotive -CORRECT ANS C. Primary
The outer most layer of the skin -CORRECT ANS Epidermis
First step in the abdominal assessment -CORRECT ANS Inspection
Obesity BMI -CORRECT ANS >30 mg/dL
When the bottom of the foot is stroked upwards, the newborn's toes flare out -
CORRECT ANS Babinski
Health promotion activities may occur on a primary, secondary, or tertiary level.
Which activities are considered tertiary health promotion? Select all that apply.
A. A nurse runs an immunization clinic in the inner city.
B. A nurse teaches a patient with an amputation how to care for the residual limb.
C. A nurse provides range-of-motion exercises for a paralyzed patient.
D. A nurse teaches parents of toddlers how to childproof their homes.
E. A school nurse provides screening for scoliosis for the students.
F. A nurse teaches new parents how to choose and use an infant car seat. -CORRECT
ANS B & C
When does menstruation return after birth for non lactating women? -CORRECT ANS
7-9 weeks
Nursing students should not drink this when stressed -CORRECT ANS Alcohol
A+ GRADED 4
