,Hondros NUR 185 Exam 2 | Concepts of Adult Health
Nursing PN II (2026) Q&A
1. Which task is within the scope of practice for an LPN under the supervision of an RN?
A) Inserting an IV in a stable adult patient
B) Administering IV push medications
C) Performing the initial patient assessment
D) Developing the nursing care plan
Correct Answer: Inserting an IV in a stable adult patient
Rationale: LPNs are permitted to insert IVs in stable adult patients under RN supervision.
They cannot administer IV push medications, perform initial assessments, or develop care plans,
as these require the education and licensure of an RN.
2. A patient is admitted with an oxygen saturation of 89%, a respiratory rate of 86, and is
unresponsive to stimuli. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering?
A) Epinephrine
B) Atropine
C) Naloxone
D) Amiodarone
Correct Answer: Naloxone
Rationale: Unresponsiveness accompanied by severe respiratory depression strongly suggests
opioid overdose. Naloxone is the opioid antagonist used to reverse respiratory depression and
restore consciousness.
,3. Which nutrients are essential for promoting tissue healing? Select all that apply.
A) Protein
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin D
Correct Answer: Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Rationale: Protein provides the amino acids needed for tissue repair, vitamin A supports
epithelialization, and vitamin C is required for collagen synthesis. Vitamin D plays a role in bone
health but is not a primary nutrient for soft tissue healing.
4. A patient rescued from a burning building has soot around the mouth and increasing
hoarseness. Which intervention is the priority?
A) Apply topical antimicrobial cream
B) Assess the airway and prepare for airway management
C) Begin range-of-motion exercises
D) Administer intravenous pain medication
Correct Answer: Assess the airway and prepare for airway management
Rationale: Soot around the mouth and hoarseness indicate possible inhalation injury and
airway edema. Airway assessment and preparation for intubation take priority over wound care,
mobility exercises, or pain management.
5. A patient with a burn injury is receiving topical mafenide. Which teaching should the nurse
provide?
A) "The medication is painless when applied."
B) "You may experience local burning after application."
, C) "This medication should be applied only once daily."
D) "You should avoid covering the wound with dressings."
Correct Answer: "You may experience local burning after application."
Rationale: Mafenide (Sulfamylon) is a topical antimicrobial that commonly causes local
discomfort and a burning sensation upon application. Patients should be premedicated with
analgesics before application. It is typically applied twice daily and covered with dressings.
6. Which home safety practice requires further teaching to prevent burns?
A) Keeping space heaters three feet away from furniture
B) Heating infant formula in the microwave
C) Installing smoke detectors on every level of the home
D) Setting the water heater temperature below 120°F
Correct Answer: Heating infant formula in the microwave
Rationale: Heating infant formula in the microwave can create hot spots that burn the infant's
mouth and throat. Formula should be warmed under running warm water or in a bottle warmer.
The other practices are safe burn prevention measures.
7. Which statement by a newly hired nurse about burn care requires further teaching?
A) "Burn patients should receive pain medication as prescribed."
B) "Pain medication should be withheld because of the risk of hypotension."
C) "Sterile dressings help remove debris and exudate."
D) "Nutritional support with high protein and calories promotes healing."
Correct Answer: "Pain medication should be withheld because of the risk of hypotension."
Nursing PN II (2026) Q&A
1. Which task is within the scope of practice for an LPN under the supervision of an RN?
A) Inserting an IV in a stable adult patient
B) Administering IV push medications
C) Performing the initial patient assessment
D) Developing the nursing care plan
Correct Answer: Inserting an IV in a stable adult patient
Rationale: LPNs are permitted to insert IVs in stable adult patients under RN supervision.
They cannot administer IV push medications, perform initial assessments, or develop care plans,
as these require the education and licensure of an RN.
2. A patient is admitted with an oxygen saturation of 89%, a respiratory rate of 86, and is
unresponsive to stimuli. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering?
A) Epinephrine
B) Atropine
C) Naloxone
D) Amiodarone
Correct Answer: Naloxone
Rationale: Unresponsiveness accompanied by severe respiratory depression strongly suggests
opioid overdose. Naloxone is the opioid antagonist used to reverse respiratory depression and
restore consciousness.
,3. Which nutrients are essential for promoting tissue healing? Select all that apply.
A) Protein
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin D
Correct Answer: Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C
Rationale: Protein provides the amino acids needed for tissue repair, vitamin A supports
epithelialization, and vitamin C is required for collagen synthesis. Vitamin D plays a role in bone
health but is not a primary nutrient for soft tissue healing.
4. A patient rescued from a burning building has soot around the mouth and increasing
hoarseness. Which intervention is the priority?
A) Apply topical antimicrobial cream
B) Assess the airway and prepare for airway management
C) Begin range-of-motion exercises
D) Administer intravenous pain medication
Correct Answer: Assess the airway and prepare for airway management
Rationale: Soot around the mouth and hoarseness indicate possible inhalation injury and
airway edema. Airway assessment and preparation for intubation take priority over wound care,
mobility exercises, or pain management.
5. A patient with a burn injury is receiving topical mafenide. Which teaching should the nurse
provide?
A) "The medication is painless when applied."
B) "You may experience local burning after application."
, C) "This medication should be applied only once daily."
D) "You should avoid covering the wound with dressings."
Correct Answer: "You may experience local burning after application."
Rationale: Mafenide (Sulfamylon) is a topical antimicrobial that commonly causes local
discomfort and a burning sensation upon application. Patients should be premedicated with
analgesics before application. It is typically applied twice daily and covered with dressings.
6. Which home safety practice requires further teaching to prevent burns?
A) Keeping space heaters three feet away from furniture
B) Heating infant formula in the microwave
C) Installing smoke detectors on every level of the home
D) Setting the water heater temperature below 120°F
Correct Answer: Heating infant formula in the microwave
Rationale: Heating infant formula in the microwave can create hot spots that burn the infant's
mouth and throat. Formula should be warmed under running warm water or in a bottle warmer.
The other practices are safe burn prevention measures.
7. Which statement by a newly hired nurse about burn care requires further teaching?
A) "Burn patients should receive pain medication as prescribed."
B) "Pain medication should be withheld because of the risk of hypotension."
C) "Sterile dressings help remove debris and exudate."
D) "Nutritional support with high protein and calories promotes healing."
Correct Answer: "Pain medication should be withheld because of the risk of hypotension."
