NSG 123 EXAM ONE BLUEPRINT | COMPREHENSIVE NURSING test,
PRACTICE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026/2027 GRADED A+_
Foley Catheter Insertion - ANSWER-A sterile procedure involving the
placement of an indwelling urinary catheter into the bladder to drain
urine.
Foley Catheter Management - ANSWER-Maintaining a closed drainage
system, keeping the collection bag below bladder level, and performing
regular perineal hygiene.
IV Insertion Technique - ANSWER-The aseptic placement of a peripheral
intravenous catheter into a vein to administer fluids and medications.
IV Site Complications - ANSWER-Infiltration involves fluid leaking into
surrounding tissue causing coolness and swelling, while phlebitis
involves vein inflammation marked by redness and warmth.
Musculoskeletal Assessment - ANSWER-Physical examination of bones,
joints, and muscles to evaluate range of motion, symmetry, tone, and
strength.
TMJ Assessment - ANSWER-Palpating the temporomandibular joint
while the patient opens and closes the mouth to check for clicking,
pain, or limited movement.
, Neurological Assessment - ANSWER-Systematic evaluation of cranial
nerves, sensory function, reflexes, coordination, and mental status.
Level of Consciousness (LOC) - ANSWER-A patient's state of arousal and
awareness, ranging from alert and oriented to coma.
Romberg Test - ANSWER-A neurological test for balance where the
patient stands with feet together and eyes closed; swaying indicates a
positive test.
Peripheral Vascular Assessment - ANSWER-Evaluating peripheral pulses,
capillary refill, temperature, edema, and skin integrity in the
extremities.
Arterial Insufficiency - ANSWER-Impaired blood flow away from the
heart, typically presenting with cool skin, diminished pulses,
intermittent claudication, and pale extremities.
Venous Insufficiency - ANSWER-Inadequate return of blood to the
heart, often presenting with edema, brownish skin discoloration, and
aching pain.
PRACTICE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026/2027 GRADED A+_
Foley Catheter Insertion - ANSWER-A sterile procedure involving the
placement of an indwelling urinary catheter into the bladder to drain
urine.
Foley Catheter Management - ANSWER-Maintaining a closed drainage
system, keeping the collection bag below bladder level, and performing
regular perineal hygiene.
IV Insertion Technique - ANSWER-The aseptic placement of a peripheral
intravenous catheter into a vein to administer fluids and medications.
IV Site Complications - ANSWER-Infiltration involves fluid leaking into
surrounding tissue causing coolness and swelling, while phlebitis
involves vein inflammation marked by redness and warmth.
Musculoskeletal Assessment - ANSWER-Physical examination of bones,
joints, and muscles to evaluate range of motion, symmetry, tone, and
strength.
TMJ Assessment - ANSWER-Palpating the temporomandibular joint
while the patient opens and closes the mouth to check for clicking,
pain, or limited movement.
, Neurological Assessment - ANSWER-Systematic evaluation of cranial
nerves, sensory function, reflexes, coordination, and mental status.
Level of Consciousness (LOC) - ANSWER-A patient's state of arousal and
awareness, ranging from alert and oriented to coma.
Romberg Test - ANSWER-A neurological test for balance where the
patient stands with feet together and eyes closed; swaying indicates a
positive test.
Peripheral Vascular Assessment - ANSWER-Evaluating peripheral pulses,
capillary refill, temperature, edema, and skin integrity in the
extremities.
Arterial Insufficiency - ANSWER-Impaired blood flow away from the
heart, typically presenting with cool skin, diminished pulses,
intermittent claudication, and pale extremities.
Venous Insufficiency - ANSWER-Inadequate return of blood to the
heart, often presenting with edema, brownish skin discoloration, and
aching pain.
