Excelsior College – NUR 211 LifeSpan1 – Final Exam
Study and Practice Material (Comprehensive
Nursing Review 2025)
Introduction:
This document contains the complete final exam content for Excelsior
College’s NUR 211 LifeSpan1 course, including multiple-choice
questions and scenario-based nursing case studies. It covers key
areas of nursing practice across the lifespan, such as respiratory
disorders, oncology, hematologic conditions, developmental theories,
pediatric and geriatric care, and psychosocial development. The file
also includes correct answers and detailed review questions for
theoretical and clinical understanding, making it ideal for final exam
preparation and NCLEX readiness.
Exam Questions and Answers
16. The RN admits a patient with sickle-cell disease in vaso-
occlusive crisis. What is the priority nursing intervention for this
patient?
Maintain adequate hydration.
Keep the environment warm.
Administer pain medication.
,Transfuse packed red blood cells.
17. Which data collected by the RN during the health history of an
adolescent supports the medical diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma?
Frequent nose bleeds.
Edema of the face.
Pain in the neck.
Drenching night sweats.
18. Which meal choice would indicate to the RN that the patient
with iron deficiency anemia understands the discharge teaching
provided by the nutritionist concerning recommended changes in
diet?
,Tuna salad sandwich on white bread and milk.
Egg white omelet, bacon, and orange juice.
Grilled calves liver, steamed broccoli and spinach salad.
Roast chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy.
19. Which statement made by the patient following a bone marrow
biopsy indicates to the RN that more discharge teaching is
necessary?
"I may see some bruising in the area of the biopsy."
"I will take some aspirin to help manage the pain."
"I can take a nice warm tub bath to relieve the ache in my hip."
"I can remove the dressing after 24 hours."
, unanswered
20. A patient receiving a vinca alkaloid to manage cancer reports
feeling very clumsy and having trouble using buttons on clothing to
the home health RN. Which statement is the RN's best response?
"Are you weak and dizzy when you try to stand up?"
"This is normal and will go away when your therapy is complete."
"Have you noticed any change in your bowel movements?"
"There is no reason to worry about a minor side effect of the
medication."
Study and Practice Material (Comprehensive
Nursing Review 2025)
Introduction:
This document contains the complete final exam content for Excelsior
College’s NUR 211 LifeSpan1 course, including multiple-choice
questions and scenario-based nursing case studies. It covers key
areas of nursing practice across the lifespan, such as respiratory
disorders, oncology, hematologic conditions, developmental theories,
pediatric and geriatric care, and psychosocial development. The file
also includes correct answers and detailed review questions for
theoretical and clinical understanding, making it ideal for final exam
preparation and NCLEX readiness.
Exam Questions and Answers
16. The RN admits a patient with sickle-cell disease in vaso-
occlusive crisis. What is the priority nursing intervention for this
patient?
Maintain adequate hydration.
Keep the environment warm.
Administer pain medication.
,Transfuse packed red blood cells.
17. Which data collected by the RN during the health history of an
adolescent supports the medical diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma?
Frequent nose bleeds.
Edema of the face.
Pain in the neck.
Drenching night sweats.
18. Which meal choice would indicate to the RN that the patient
with iron deficiency anemia understands the discharge teaching
provided by the nutritionist concerning recommended changes in
diet?
,Tuna salad sandwich on white bread and milk.
Egg white omelet, bacon, and orange juice.
Grilled calves liver, steamed broccoli and spinach salad.
Roast chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy.
19. Which statement made by the patient following a bone marrow
biopsy indicates to the RN that more discharge teaching is
necessary?
"I may see some bruising in the area of the biopsy."
"I will take some aspirin to help manage the pain."
"I can take a nice warm tub bath to relieve the ache in my hip."
"I can remove the dressing after 24 hours."
, unanswered
20. A patient receiving a vinca alkaloid to manage cancer reports
feeling very clumsy and having trouble using buttons on clothing to
the home health RN. Which statement is the RN's best response?
"Are you weak and dizzy when you try to stand up?"
"This is normal and will go away when your therapy is complete."
"Have you noticed any change in your bowel movements?"
"There is no reason to worry about a minor side effect of the
medication."
