Week 4 NU 180 Quiz With 70 Questions and Correct
answers / Galen NU 180 Nursing and Healthcare II Week 4
Review Quiz Latest 2025-2026 Answered Practice Test
Which physical activity should be recommended to a patient who is at risk for the
development of osteoporosis?
A Swimming
B Dancing
C Rowing
D Cycling
B
Which intervention is priority when caring for a patient hospitalized with
osteomyelitis who is prescribed bed rest with bathroom privileges, and the affected
foot is to be elevated on two pillows?
A Ambulate the patient to the bathroom every 2 hours.
B Ask the patient about preferred activities to relieve boredom.
C Allow the patient to dangle legs at the bedside every 2 to 4 hours.
D Perform frequent position changes and range-of-motion exercises.
D
Which action would the nurse expect to take when caring for a patient with
osteomyelitis of the right great toe who has been treated with antibiotics for 2
weeks and presents to the clinic complaining of pus draining from the toe?
A Prepare the patient for a quantitative ultrasonography.
B Apply an occlusive dressing to contain the draining wound.
C Obtain a wound culture.
D Ask the patient if they have been compliant in their antibiotic therapy.
C
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,Which patient would be appropriate to refer for bone mineral density
measurement?
A A 55-year-old with a prosthetic knee joint
B A 32-year-old diagnosed with Celiac disease
C A 25-year-old who smokes cigarettes
D A 62-year-old who is over ideal body weight
B
Which response by the nurse would be appropriate when a male patient being
evaluated for possible osteoporosis reports that they routinely take two “Tums
500” antacid tables with their evening meal?
A “What dairy products do you consume on an average day?”
B “Have you tried more natural ways of managing your indigestion?”
C “Are there certain foods that cause your indigestion?”
D “Have you tried to decrease to just 1 tablet?”
A
Which statement by the patient indicates their understanding of the instructions for
the safe and effective administration of alendronate?
A “I need to increase my intake of calcium for this medication to work
properly.”
B “Taking this medication on a regular basis will restore the bone loss that I
have experienced.”
C “If I take the medication at night, I will experience fewer side effects.”
D “If I have any discomfort in my chest or stomach after I take this
medication, I should contact my physician.”
D
Which health care promotion strategy should be emphasized when teaching a
patient with osteopenia?
A Lose weight.
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, B Stop smoking.
C Eat a high-protein diet.
D Start swimming for exercise.
B
Which information would the nurse explain to a hospitalized older patient during
patient teaching regarding their osteoporosis diagnosis?
A With a family history of osteoporosis, there is no way to prevent or slow
bone resorption.
B Continuous, low-dose corticosteroid treatment is effective in stopping the
course of osteoporosis.
C Estrogen replacement therapy must be maintained to enhance rapid bone
deposition.
D Even with a family history of osteoporosis, the calcium loss from bones can
be slowed by increased calcium intake and exercise.
D
Which activity is associated with an increased risk of low back pain (LBP) in the
patient with a history of herniated lumbar discs?
A Bending or lifting
B Application of warm, moist heat
C Sleeping in a side-lying position
D Sitting in a fully extended recliner
A
Which factor explains why the prevalence of lower back pain (LBP) is higher for
individuals working in the nursing profession than it is for the general population?
A Tend to be female
B Do not use proper body mechanics
C Likely to be older
D Tend to bend, lift, or twist
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answers / Galen NU 180 Nursing and Healthcare II Week 4
Review Quiz Latest 2025-2026 Answered Practice Test
Which physical activity should be recommended to a patient who is at risk for the
development of osteoporosis?
A Swimming
B Dancing
C Rowing
D Cycling
B
Which intervention is priority when caring for a patient hospitalized with
osteomyelitis who is prescribed bed rest with bathroom privileges, and the affected
foot is to be elevated on two pillows?
A Ambulate the patient to the bathroom every 2 hours.
B Ask the patient about preferred activities to relieve boredom.
C Allow the patient to dangle legs at the bedside every 2 to 4 hours.
D Perform frequent position changes and range-of-motion exercises.
D
Which action would the nurse expect to take when caring for a patient with
osteomyelitis of the right great toe who has been treated with antibiotics for 2
weeks and presents to the clinic complaining of pus draining from the toe?
A Prepare the patient for a quantitative ultrasonography.
B Apply an occlusive dressing to contain the draining wound.
C Obtain a wound culture.
D Ask the patient if they have been compliant in their antibiotic therapy.
C
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,Which patient would be appropriate to refer for bone mineral density
measurement?
A A 55-year-old with a prosthetic knee joint
B A 32-year-old diagnosed with Celiac disease
C A 25-year-old who smokes cigarettes
D A 62-year-old who is over ideal body weight
B
Which response by the nurse would be appropriate when a male patient being
evaluated for possible osteoporosis reports that they routinely take two “Tums
500” antacid tables with their evening meal?
A “What dairy products do you consume on an average day?”
B “Have you tried more natural ways of managing your indigestion?”
C “Are there certain foods that cause your indigestion?”
D “Have you tried to decrease to just 1 tablet?”
A
Which statement by the patient indicates their understanding of the instructions for
the safe and effective administration of alendronate?
A “I need to increase my intake of calcium for this medication to work
properly.”
B “Taking this medication on a regular basis will restore the bone loss that I
have experienced.”
C “If I take the medication at night, I will experience fewer side effects.”
D “If I have any discomfort in my chest or stomach after I take this
medication, I should contact my physician.”
D
Which health care promotion strategy should be emphasized when teaching a
patient with osteopenia?
A Lose weight.
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, B Stop smoking.
C Eat a high-protein diet.
D Start swimming for exercise.
B
Which information would the nurse explain to a hospitalized older patient during
patient teaching regarding their osteoporosis diagnosis?
A With a family history of osteoporosis, there is no way to prevent or slow
bone resorption.
B Continuous, low-dose corticosteroid treatment is effective in stopping the
course of osteoporosis.
C Estrogen replacement therapy must be maintained to enhance rapid bone
deposition.
D Even with a family history of osteoporosis, the calcium loss from bones can
be slowed by increased calcium intake and exercise.
D
Which activity is associated with an increased risk of low back pain (LBP) in the
patient with a history of herniated lumbar discs?
A Bending or lifting
B Application of warm, moist heat
C Sleeping in a side-lying position
D Sitting in a fully extended recliner
A
Which factor explains why the prevalence of lower back pain (LBP) is higher for
individuals working in the nursing profession than it is for the general population?
A Tend to be female
B Do not use proper body mechanics
C Likely to be older
D Tend to bend, lift, or twist
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