NSG 3100 EXAM 1 RESOURCES GALEN
ACTUAL EXAM PRACTICE TEST
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026/2027 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD
PDF.
Core Domains
• Foundations of Nursing Practice and the Nursing Process
• Patient Safety, Fall Prevention, and Risk Management
• Infection Prevention and Control (Standard and Transmission-Based
Precautions)
• Vital Signs Assessment and Interpretation
• Medication Administration and the Rights of Medication
• Patient Communication, Education, and Cultural Considerations
• Mobility, Positioning, and Restorative Care
• Hygiene, Skin Integrity, and Wound Care
• Documentation, Legal, and Ethical Principles
• Clinical Judgment, Critical Thinking, and Prioritization
Introduction
This comprehensive practice examination is designed to assess the
candidate's knowledge, clinical reasoning, and decision-making skills
essential for the NSG 3100 Exam 1 at Galen College of Nursing. The exam
covers foundational principles of nursing practice, including the nursing
process, patient safety, infection control, vital signs, medication
administration, communication, and ethical care. It integrates evidence-
,based practice with a strong emphasis on clinical judgment and
prioritization. Through 100 multiple-choice questions and realistic
scenarios, this assessment evaluates the candidate's ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to real-world clinical situations, ensuring they are
prepared for the demands of the NSG 3100 Exam 1. The content aligns with
the Galen College of Nursing NSG 3100 course objectives and the NCLEX-
RN test plan.
Section One: Questions 1–100
Question 1
What is the correct order of the nursing process?
A. Planning, Assessment, Implementation, Diagnosis, Evaluation
B. Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
C. Diagnosis, Assessment, Planning, Evaluation, Implementation
D. Assessment, Planning, Diagnosis, Implementation, Evaluation
B. Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
RATIONALE: The nursing process follows a specific sequence:
Assessment (collect data), Diagnosis (analyze data), Planning (develop
goals), Implementation (carry out plan), and Evaluation (measure
outcomes). This systematic, rational method provides individualized
nursing care.
Question 2
A nurse is preparing to administer oral medications to a client. Which
action demonstrates the best practice for preventing medication errors?
A. Administer all medications at the same time
B. Compare the medication label with the MAR at the bedside
C. Verify the client's name using two identifiers before administration
D. Ask the client if they recognize the medication
C. Verify the client's name using two identifiers before
administration
, RATIONALE: Using two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of
birth) is a standard safety practice to ensure correct patient
identification and reduce medication errors.
Question 3
Which of the following is the most effective way to break the chain of
infection?
A. Wearing gloves for all patient contact
B. Proper hand hygiene before and after patient care
C. Using disposable equipment only
D. Placing all patients on contact precautions
B. Proper hand hygiene before and after patient care
RATIONALE: Hand hygiene is the single most effective measure to
prevent transmission of pathogens in healthcare settings.
Question 4
A client with suspected tuberculosis is admitted. The nurse should place
the client in which type of room?
A. Standard private room
B. Airborne infection isolation room (negative pressure)
C. Contact precautions room
D. Droplet precautions room
B. Airborne infection isolation room (negative pressure)
RATIONALE: Tuberculosis is transmitted via airborne particles and
requires airborne precautions, including a negative pressure isolation
room and an N95 respirator.
Question 5
A nurse is performing hand hygiene. What is the minimum duration for
effective handwashing with soap and water?
A. 5-10 seconds
B. 15-20 seconds
, C. 20-30 seconds
D. 45-60 seconds
C. 20-30 seconds
RATIONALE: The CDC and WHO recommend washing hands with
soap and water for 20-30 seconds to effectively remove pathogens.
Question 6
Which patient requires droplet precautions?
A. Patient with tuberculosis
B. Patient with influenza
C. Patient with MRSA wound infection
D. Patient with Clostridium difficile
B. Patient with influenza
RATIONALE: Influenza is transmitted via respiratory droplets.
Droplet precautions require a surgical mask when within 3 feet of the
patient.
Question 7
A patient is at risk for falls due to decreased mobility. What is the
priority nursing intervention?
A. Encourage unsupervised ambulation
B. Implement fall precautions
C. Restrict mobility completely
D. Administer sedatives
B. Implement fall precautions
RATIONALE: Fall precautions (e.g., bed alarms, non-slip socks)
reduce fall risk while promoting safety.
Question 8
A patient reports an increase in pain. What is the priority step in the
nursing process?
ACTUAL EXAM PRACTICE TEST
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026/2027 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD
PDF.
Core Domains
• Foundations of Nursing Practice and the Nursing Process
• Patient Safety, Fall Prevention, and Risk Management
• Infection Prevention and Control (Standard and Transmission-Based
Precautions)
• Vital Signs Assessment and Interpretation
• Medication Administration and the Rights of Medication
• Patient Communication, Education, and Cultural Considerations
• Mobility, Positioning, and Restorative Care
• Hygiene, Skin Integrity, and Wound Care
• Documentation, Legal, and Ethical Principles
• Clinical Judgment, Critical Thinking, and Prioritization
Introduction
This comprehensive practice examination is designed to assess the
candidate's knowledge, clinical reasoning, and decision-making skills
essential for the NSG 3100 Exam 1 at Galen College of Nursing. The exam
covers foundational principles of nursing practice, including the nursing
process, patient safety, infection control, vital signs, medication
administration, communication, and ethical care. It integrates evidence-
,based practice with a strong emphasis on clinical judgment and
prioritization. Through 100 multiple-choice questions and realistic
scenarios, this assessment evaluates the candidate's ability to apply
theoretical knowledge to real-world clinical situations, ensuring they are
prepared for the demands of the NSG 3100 Exam 1. The content aligns with
the Galen College of Nursing NSG 3100 course objectives and the NCLEX-
RN test plan.
Section One: Questions 1–100
Question 1
What is the correct order of the nursing process?
A. Planning, Assessment, Implementation, Diagnosis, Evaluation
B. Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
C. Diagnosis, Assessment, Planning, Evaluation, Implementation
D. Assessment, Planning, Diagnosis, Implementation, Evaluation
B. Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
RATIONALE: The nursing process follows a specific sequence:
Assessment (collect data), Diagnosis (analyze data), Planning (develop
goals), Implementation (carry out plan), and Evaluation (measure
outcomes). This systematic, rational method provides individualized
nursing care.
Question 2
A nurse is preparing to administer oral medications to a client. Which
action demonstrates the best practice for preventing medication errors?
A. Administer all medications at the same time
B. Compare the medication label with the MAR at the bedside
C. Verify the client's name using two identifiers before administration
D. Ask the client if they recognize the medication
C. Verify the client's name using two identifiers before
administration
, RATIONALE: Using two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of
birth) is a standard safety practice to ensure correct patient
identification and reduce medication errors.
Question 3
Which of the following is the most effective way to break the chain of
infection?
A. Wearing gloves for all patient contact
B. Proper hand hygiene before and after patient care
C. Using disposable equipment only
D. Placing all patients on contact precautions
B. Proper hand hygiene before and after patient care
RATIONALE: Hand hygiene is the single most effective measure to
prevent transmission of pathogens in healthcare settings.
Question 4
A client with suspected tuberculosis is admitted. The nurse should place
the client in which type of room?
A. Standard private room
B. Airborne infection isolation room (negative pressure)
C. Contact precautions room
D. Droplet precautions room
B. Airborne infection isolation room (negative pressure)
RATIONALE: Tuberculosis is transmitted via airborne particles and
requires airborne precautions, including a negative pressure isolation
room and an N95 respirator.
Question 5
A nurse is performing hand hygiene. What is the minimum duration for
effective handwashing with soap and water?
A. 5-10 seconds
B. 15-20 seconds
, C. 20-30 seconds
D. 45-60 seconds
C. 20-30 seconds
RATIONALE: The CDC and WHO recommend washing hands with
soap and water for 20-30 seconds to effectively remove pathogens.
Question 6
Which patient requires droplet precautions?
A. Patient with tuberculosis
B. Patient with influenza
C. Patient with MRSA wound infection
D. Patient with Clostridium difficile
B. Patient with influenza
RATIONALE: Influenza is transmitted via respiratory droplets.
Droplet precautions require a surgical mask when within 3 feet of the
patient.
Question 7
A patient is at risk for falls due to decreased mobility. What is the
priority nursing intervention?
A. Encourage unsupervised ambulation
B. Implement fall precautions
C. Restrict mobility completely
D. Administer sedatives
B. Implement fall precautions
RATIONALE: Fall precautions (e.g., bed alarms, non-slip socks)
reduce fall risk while promoting safety.
Question 8
A patient reports an increase in pain. What is the priority step in the
nursing process?
