NURSING FUNDAMENTALS FINAL EXAM 2026/2027 | ESSENTIAL NURSING QUESTI…
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
Nursing Fundamentals
Final Exam 2026/2027 |
Essential Nursing Questions
& Answers | Updated Exam
Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready 216 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 216 essential nursing questions with their correct answers,
covering fundamental nursing concepts. It serves as a valuable resource for comprehensive
study, in-depth review, and preparation for certification exams in the field of nursing.
TOPICS
• Safety and Infection Control • Basic Nursing Skills
• Illness and Disease • Resident Rights and Legal Aspects
• Healthcare Settings and Roles • End of Life and Grief
• Mental and Cognitive Health • Vital Signs and Measurements
• Skin and Wound Care • Urinary and Bowel Elimination
• Communication and Documentation • Respiratory and Circulatory Systems
• Mobility and Positioning • Physiology and Anatomy
• Nutrition and Hydration
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 216
You enter a residents room and the resident has a new onset bedsore. You feel you need to
document this in the medical record but also have a discussion with the nurse. Where would
you opt to have this discussion?
a. In the patients room
b. In the hallway with the family
c. In private
d. At the local bar
RESPONSE
C
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 216
Padding side rails on a bed serves a purpose. The purpose is:
a. Restrain the patient
b. Have somewhere to put the call button
c. Keep the client warm
d. Protect your client from possible injury
RESPONSE
D
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 216
The BEST time to prepare for a disaster is:
a. During your lunch
b. When everyone has gone to bed
c. During a tornado or hurricane
d. Before it happens
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, RESPONSE
D
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 216
When removing soiled linens, you must wear:
a. A gown
b. Face Mask
c. Eye Protection
d. Gloves
RESPONSE
D
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 216
You are asked to collect a sputum specimen from your resident by the nurse. it is easier:
a. After an activity
b. After a meal
c. Before a meal
d. Upon awakening in the morning
RESPONSE
D
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 216
You must check the MSDS
a. before using a hazardous substance
b. after cleaning up a leak or spill
c. at the beginning of the shift
d. at the end of the shift
RESPONSE
A
Page 3
, Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 216
True or False
Restraints are safe and are always used to prevent falls
RESPONSE
False
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 216
True or False
The most serious risk of restraint use is death
RESPONSE
True
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 216
True or False
Restraints can increase a person's confusion or agitation
RESPONSE
True
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 216
The following statements are about restraint use. Which is false?
a. the least restrictive method is used
b. restraints require a doctors order
c. restraints can cause serious harm
d. restraints are used to discipline a person who is uncooperative with care
RESPONSE
D
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
Nursing Fundamentals
Final Exam 2026/2027 |
Essential Nursing Questions
& Answers | Updated Exam
Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready 216 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 216 essential nursing questions with their correct answers,
covering fundamental nursing concepts. It serves as a valuable resource for comprehensive
study, in-depth review, and preparation for certification exams in the field of nursing.
TOPICS
• Safety and Infection Control • Basic Nursing Skills
• Illness and Disease • Resident Rights and Legal Aspects
• Healthcare Settings and Roles • End of Life and Grief
• Mental and Cognitive Health • Vital Signs and Measurements
• Skin and Wound Care • Urinary and Bowel Elimination
• Communication and Documentation • Respiratory and Circulatory Systems
• Mobility and Positioning • Physiology and Anatomy
• Nutrition and Hydration
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 216
You enter a residents room and the resident has a new onset bedsore. You feel you need to
document this in the medical record but also have a discussion with the nurse. Where would
you opt to have this discussion?
a. In the patients room
b. In the hallway with the family
c. In private
d. At the local bar
RESPONSE
C
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 216
Padding side rails on a bed serves a purpose. The purpose is:
a. Restrain the patient
b. Have somewhere to put the call button
c. Keep the client warm
d. Protect your client from possible injury
RESPONSE
D
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 216
The BEST time to prepare for a disaster is:
a. During your lunch
b. When everyone has gone to bed
c. During a tornado or hurricane
d. Before it happens
Page 2
, RESPONSE
D
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 216
When removing soiled linens, you must wear:
a. A gown
b. Face Mask
c. Eye Protection
d. Gloves
RESPONSE
D
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 216
You are asked to collect a sputum specimen from your resident by the nurse. it is easier:
a. After an activity
b. After a meal
c. Before a meal
d. Upon awakening in the morning
RESPONSE
D
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 216
You must check the MSDS
a. before using a hazardous substance
b. after cleaning up a leak or spill
c. at the beginning of the shift
d. at the end of the shift
RESPONSE
A
Page 3
, Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 216
True or False
Restraints are safe and are always used to prevent falls
RESPONSE
False
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 216
True or False
The most serious risk of restraint use is death
RESPONSE
True
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 216
True or False
Restraints can increase a person's confusion or agitation
RESPONSE
True
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 216
The following statements are about restraint use. Which is false?
a. the least restrictive method is used
b. restraints require a doctors order
c. restraints can cause serious harm
d. restraints are used to discipline a person who is uncooperative with care
RESPONSE
D
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