BSN Unit 1 Exam - Fall 2026
Nursing Foundations, Theory, and Assessment (100 Questions)
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
1. Which nursing theorist is known for the 'Environmental Theory,' which emphasizes the
importance of fresh air, light, and cleanliness in patient recovery?
A. Dorothea Orem
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Jean Watson
D. Virginia Henderson
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Florence Nightingale's Environmental Theory focused on the impact of the environment on
health and recovery.
Health Assessment & Vital Signs
2. A nurse is using the PICO format to develop a clinical question for research. What does
the 'I' in PICO represent?
A. Implementation
B. Investigation
C. Intervention
D. Identification
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PICO stands for Patient/Population, Intervention, Comparison, and Outcome.
The Nursing Process (ADPIE)
3. When performing a physical assessment, in which order should the nurse assess the
abdomen?
A. Inspection, Palpation, Percussion, Auscultation
B. Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion, Palpation
C. Palpation, Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion
D. Auscultation, Inspection, Palpation, Percussion
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For the abdomen, auscultation is performed before palpation and percussion to avoid
altering bowel sounds.
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, Safety & Infection Control
4. A nurse is caring for a client who speaks a different language. Which action is most
appropriate to ensure effective communication?
A. Ask a family member to interpret.
B. Speak loudly and slowly in English.
C. Use a certified medical interpreter.
D. Use hand gestures to explain complex procedures.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To ensure accuracy and confidentiality, a certified medical interpreter should be used
rather than family members or informal methods.
Therapeutic Communication
5. A nurse documents 'Client is resting in bed with eyes closed' instead of 'Client is
asleep.' Which principle of documentation is being followed?
A. Conciseness
B. Accuracy
C. Objectivity
D. Completeness
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Objectivity involves documenting what is observed (eyes closed) rather than making
assumptions (asleep) about the client's state.
Legal & Ethical Standards
6. Unit 1 Practice Question 6: A student nurse is studying Legal & Ethical Standards.
Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Legal & Ethical Standards requires integrating standard clinical guidelines
and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
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, Client Education
7. Unit 1 Practice Question 7: A student nurse is studying Client Education. Which
statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Client Education requires integrating standard clinical guidelines and
evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Cultural Competence
8. Unit 1 Practice Question 8: A student nurse is studying Cultural Competence. Which
statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Cultural Competence requires integrating standard clinical guidelines and
evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Nursing Informatics & Documentation
9. Unit 1 Practice Question 9: A student nurse is studying Nursing Informatics &
Documentation. Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Nursing Informatics & Documentation requires integrating standard clinical
guidelines and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
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, Nursing History & Theory
10. Unit 1 Practice Question 10: A student nurse is studying Nursing History & Theory.
Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Nursing History & Theory requires integrating standard clinical guidelines
and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
11. Unit 1 Practice Question 11: A student nurse is studying Evidence-Based Practice
(EBP). Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) requires integrating standard clinical
guidelines and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Health Assessment & Vital Signs
12. Unit 1 Practice Question 12: A student nurse is studying Health Assessment & Vital
Signs. Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Health Assessment & Vital Signs requires integrating standard clinical
guidelines and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
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Nursing Foundations, Theory, and Assessment (100 Questions)
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
1. Which nursing theorist is known for the 'Environmental Theory,' which emphasizes the
importance of fresh air, light, and cleanliness in patient recovery?
A. Dorothea Orem
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Jean Watson
D. Virginia Henderson
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Florence Nightingale's Environmental Theory focused on the impact of the environment on
health and recovery.
Health Assessment & Vital Signs
2. A nurse is using the PICO format to develop a clinical question for research. What does
the 'I' in PICO represent?
A. Implementation
B. Investigation
C. Intervention
D. Identification
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PICO stands for Patient/Population, Intervention, Comparison, and Outcome.
The Nursing Process (ADPIE)
3. When performing a physical assessment, in which order should the nurse assess the
abdomen?
A. Inspection, Palpation, Percussion, Auscultation
B. Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion, Palpation
C. Palpation, Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion
D. Auscultation, Inspection, Palpation, Percussion
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For the abdomen, auscultation is performed before palpation and percussion to avoid
altering bowel sounds.
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, Safety & Infection Control
4. A nurse is caring for a client who speaks a different language. Which action is most
appropriate to ensure effective communication?
A. Ask a family member to interpret.
B. Speak loudly and slowly in English.
C. Use a certified medical interpreter.
D. Use hand gestures to explain complex procedures.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To ensure accuracy and confidentiality, a certified medical interpreter should be used
rather than family members or informal methods.
Therapeutic Communication
5. A nurse documents 'Client is resting in bed with eyes closed' instead of 'Client is
asleep.' Which principle of documentation is being followed?
A. Conciseness
B. Accuracy
C. Objectivity
D. Completeness
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Objectivity involves documenting what is observed (eyes closed) rather than making
assumptions (asleep) about the client's state.
Legal & Ethical Standards
6. Unit 1 Practice Question 6: A student nurse is studying Legal & Ethical Standards.
Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Legal & Ethical Standards requires integrating standard clinical guidelines
and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
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, Client Education
7. Unit 1 Practice Question 7: A student nurse is studying Client Education. Which
statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Client Education requires integrating standard clinical guidelines and
evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Cultural Competence
8. Unit 1 Practice Question 8: A student nurse is studying Cultural Competence. Which
statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Cultural Competence requires integrating standard clinical guidelines and
evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Nursing Informatics & Documentation
9. Unit 1 Practice Question 9: A student nurse is studying Nursing Informatics &
Documentation. Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Nursing Informatics & Documentation requires integrating standard clinical
guidelines and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
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, Nursing History & Theory
10. Unit 1 Practice Question 10: A student nurse is studying Nursing History & Theory.
Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Nursing History & Theory requires integrating standard clinical guidelines
and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
11. Unit 1 Practice Question 11: A student nurse is studying Evidence-Based Practice
(EBP). Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) requires integrating standard clinical
guidelines and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Health Assessment & Vital Signs
12. Unit 1 Practice Question 12: A student nurse is studying Health Assessment & Vital
Signs. Which statement indicates an understanding of this concept?
A. Documenting subjective data only
B. Utilizing evidence-based guidelines in practice
C. Following the lead of more senior nurses only
D. Implementing interventions before assessment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Understanding Health Assessment & Vital Signs requires integrating standard clinical
guidelines and evidence-based practice to ensure patient safety and quality care.
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