NSG 3100- EXAM 3 UPDATED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

NSG 3100- EXAM 3 UPDATED QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS

Question:
1. What is the first step in the assessment for diagnostic testing?
Answer:
Collect basic health history.

Question:
2. What is a key responsibility of the nurse during diagnostic testing?
Answer:
Monitor vital signs and oxygenation.

Question:
3. What should be done post-procedure regarding patient assessment?
Answer:
Assess for any complications.

Question:
4. What is the purpose of a consent form in invasive procedures?
Answer:
To ensure that the patient has agreed to the procedure.

Question:
5. What is the significance of labeling specimens correctly?
Answer:
To ensure accurate identification and prevent mix-ups.

Question:
6. What should be done before puncturing the finger for a capillary blood specimen?
Answer:
Wipe the finger site with an alcohol wipe and allow it to dry.

Question:
7. What does a guaiac smear test for in stool specimens?
Answer:
The presence of blood, which could indicate ulcers or tumors.

Question:
8. What is the normal pH of urine?
Answer:
4-6.8

Question:
9. What is the purpose of a 24-hour urine specimen collection?

,Answer:
To measure substances in urine over a full day.

Question:
10. What is the role of barium in GI diagnostics?
Answer:
It is a radiopaque substance that helps visualize the GI tract.

Question:
11. What does an echocardiogram visualize?
Answer:
The structures of the heart and evaluates left ventricular function.

Question:
12. What is the risk associated with lumbar puncture?
Answer:
Risk of meningitis and subsequent sepsis if contamination occurs.

Question:
13. What position should a patient be in for a thoracentesis?
Answer:
Leaning over a bedside table (tripod position).

Question:
14. What is the purpose of the Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals?
Answer:
To improve the effectiveness of communication regarding critical test results.

Question:
15. What should a nurse inform a patient about before a diagnostic test?
Answer:
The purpose of the test and any activity restrictions.

Question:
16. What is a common reason for urine testing?
Answer:
To check for specific gravity, glucose, ketones, and protein.

Question:
17. What should be done if a patient forgets to save a urine specimen during a timed collection?
Answer:
Start the collection over again.

Question:
18. What is the significance of the Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)?

, Answer:
It includes tests for BUN, creatinine, potassium, sodium, calcium, chloride, and glucose.




Question:
19. What additional tests does the Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) include beyond the BMP?
Answer:
Liver enzymes, protein, albumin, and bilirubin.




Question:
20. What is the purpose of the V/Q lung scan?
Answer:
To assess how well gas and blood are traveling through the lungs.