NUR 155
FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING
NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing Comprehensive Final Exam (202
UPDATE
50 Multiple-Choice Questions
Complete Answers with Detailed Rationales
Aligned with Nursing Foundations & Med-Surg Standards
Galen College of Nursing
For academic study and exam review • Verify with current course materials
,NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing Comprehensive Final Exam 2026 UPDA | 2026/2027
How to Use This Review
This comprehensive exam review contains high-yield multiple-choice questions. Each item includes the correct answer
and an expanded rationale explaining the underlying principle, why the correct option is preferred, and why distractors are
incorrect. Study tip: Attempt each question before reading the answer, then carefully review the rationale.
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, NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing Comprehensive Final Exam 2026 UPDA | 2026/2027
Question 1
A nurse is conducting an admission assessment. Which of the following is considered subjective data?
A. A blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg
B. Pitting edema in the lower extremities
C. The patient’s report of a dull headache
D. Oxygen saturation of 92% on room air
Answer: C
Rationale
Subjective data are information from the client’s point of view (symptoms), including feelings, perceptions, and concerns
obtained through interviews. Objective data are observable and measurable signs.
Question 2
When applying the nursing process, which step involves the nurse setting prioritized goals and expected outcomes?
A. Assessment
B. Planning
C. Diagnosis
D. Implementation
Answer: B
Rationale
The planning phase involves the nurse prioritizing the nursing diagnoses, setting patient-centered goals and outcomes, and
choosing nursing interventions. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices
often reflect common misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
Question 3
An elderly patient has a Braden Scale score of 9. How should the nurse interpret this result?
A. The patient is not at risk for pressure ulcers.
B. The patient is at moderate risk for pressure ulcers.
C. The patient has low risk for pressure ulcers.
D. The patient is at very high risk for pressure ulcers.
Answer: D
Rationale
The Braden Scale ranges from 6 to 23. A score of 9 or less indicates a very high risk for developing pressure ulcers.
Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect common
misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
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FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING
NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing Comprehensive Final Exam (202
UPDATE
50 Multiple-Choice Questions
Complete Answers with Detailed Rationales
Aligned with Nursing Foundations & Med-Surg Standards
Galen College of Nursing
For academic study and exam review • Verify with current course materials
,NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing Comprehensive Final Exam 2026 UPDA | 2026/2027
How to Use This Review
This comprehensive exam review contains high-yield multiple-choice questions. Each item includes the correct answer
and an expanded rationale explaining the underlying principle, why the correct option is preferred, and why distractors are
incorrect. Study tip: Attempt each question before reading the answer, then carefully review the rationale.
Page 2
, NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing Comprehensive Final Exam 2026 UPDA | 2026/2027
Question 1
A nurse is conducting an admission assessment. Which of the following is considered subjective data?
A. A blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg
B. Pitting edema in the lower extremities
C. The patient’s report of a dull headache
D. Oxygen saturation of 92% on room air
Answer: C
Rationale
Subjective data are information from the client’s point of view (symptoms), including feelings, perceptions, and concerns
obtained through interviews. Objective data are observable and measurable signs.
Question 2
When applying the nursing process, which step involves the nurse setting prioritized goals and expected outcomes?
A. Assessment
B. Planning
C. Diagnosis
D. Implementation
Answer: B
Rationale
The planning phase involves the nurse prioritizing the nursing diagnoses, setting patient-centered goals and outcomes, and
choosing nursing interventions. Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices
often reflect common misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
Question 3
An elderly patient has a Braden Scale score of 9. How should the nurse interpret this result?
A. The patient is not at risk for pressure ulcers.
B. The patient is at moderate risk for pressure ulcers.
C. The patient has low risk for pressure ulcers.
D. The patient is at very high risk for pressure ulcers.
Answer: D
Rationale
The Braden Scale ranges from 6 to 23. A score of 9 or less indicates a very high risk for developing pressure ulcers.
Understanding this concept is essential for safe clinical decision-making. Incorrect choices often reflect common
misconceptions. Always link assessment findings to the primary process and anticipated complications.
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