GEORGETTE MODULES 1 AND 2
EXAM QUESTIONS & VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS 100%
What should you do before answering a test question? - correct answer ✔✔Read the entire
question carefully and identify what it is asking.
Why is it important to pay attention to key words in a test question? - correct answer ✔✔Key
words may include a patient's diagnosis, presenting signs and symptoms, or vital signs, which
are crucial for selecting the correct answer.
What should you avoid doing when reading a test question? - correct answer ✔✔Do not skim or
read too quickly, as this may cause you to miss important key words.
What is a critical approach when answering exam questions? - correct answer ✔✔Only use the
information provided by the examiner and do not make assumptions or add information.
How should you approach answering questions based on your practical experience? - correct
answer ✔✔Try not to compare exam questions to your normal practice, as the exam may reflect
different standards of care.
What is the recommended strategy for selecting the correct answer from multiple choices? -
correct answer ✔✔Read all answer choices, narrow them down to two possible correct
answers, and choose the most correct one.
What should you do if two answer choices are opposites? - correct answer ✔✔One of them is
usually the correct answer, helping to narrow down your options.
,How can you identify the correct answer option related to the test question? - correct answer
✔✔Look for answer options that contain the same wording or synonyms as the test question.
What type of answers should you prioritize when selecting your response? - correct answer
✔✔Choose client-focused answers that acknowledge a patient's feelings.
What should you be cautious of when answer choices are very similar? - correct answer
✔✔Remarkably similar options are usually wrong; look for an option that is different.
What types of words should you be wary of in answer choices? - correct answer ✔✔Be cautious
of absolutes such as all, only, always, every, must, never, none, everything, and nothing, as they
are usually incorrect.
What do questions that use adjectives like 'PRIORITY' test? - correct answer ✔✔They test your
ability to prioritize actions.
What is the order of priority in nursing assessments? - correct answer
✔✔Airway/breathing/circulation, followed by Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, and then the
nursing process (assessment before intervention).
What is the definition of assessment in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Assessment is the process
of collecting data, such as taking a patient's vital signs.
Why is assessment important in determining interventions? - correct answer ✔✔The results of
assessments will guide the appropriate interventions needed for the patient.
What are examples of assessment actions in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Assessing,
evaluating, and identifying are all part of the assessment process.
,What is the importance of culture in nursing care? - correct answer ✔✔Culture must be
included in all nursing care, as cultural questions lead to cultural answers.
What is the role of critical thinking in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Critical thinking involves
understanding information rather than just memorizing it.
What is the preferred approach in interprofessional collaboration during nursing assessments? -
correct answer ✔✔Collaborate with other disciplines rather than delegate tasks; choose
answers that include the word 'collaborate'.
What should a nurse consider before referring a patient out? - correct answer ✔✔Ask if there is
something within their scope of practice that can be done before making a referral.
What is the primary focus for patient safety in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Safety for the
patient and others is usually the right choice; safety first!
What are the normal lithium levels? - correct answer ✔✔0.6-1.2 mEq/L.
What level indicates lithium toxicity? - correct answer ✔✔Lithium toxicity can occur when levels
reach 1.5 mEq/L or higher.
What is the gold standard treatment for manic episodes in bipolar disorder? - correct answer
✔✔Lithium is the gold standard treatment for manic episodes.
What are the neuroprotective effects of lithium? - correct answer ✔✔Lithium protects nerves
from damage and has evidence for anti-suicidal effects.
What baseline labs should be checked before initiating lithium treatment? - correct answer
✔✔Thyroid panel, Serum Creatinine/BUN, HCG for pregnancy, and ECG for patients over 50.
, What is a potential congenital side effect of lithium? - correct answer ✔✔Lithium can cause
Epstein anomaly, especially in the first trimester.
What are some common side effects of lithium? - correct answer ✔✔Hypothyroidism, weight
gain, fine hand tremors, fatigue, mental cloudiness, headache, nystagmus, maculopapular rash,
pruritus, acne, gastrointestinal upset, diabetes insipidus, edema, and cardiac issues.
What severe gastrointestinal symptoms can indicate lithium toxicity? - correct answer
✔✔Severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps.
What are the priority actions if a patient experiences lithium toxicity? - correct answer ✔✔Stop
lithium, check serum lithium levels, and ensure patient safety.
What can cause a hypertensive crisis when taking MAOIs? - correct answer ✔✔MAOIs taken
with foods containing tyramine can lead to hypertensive crisis.
What are some examples of foods that can trigger a hypertensive crisis with MAOIs? - correct
answer ✔✔Aged cheese is a common example.
What is the significance of checking an ECG before starting lithium in patients over 50? - correct
answer ✔✔Lithium can cause cardiac side effects, making ECG monitoring important.
What medications can lead to a hypertensive crisis when taken with MAOIs? - correct answer
✔✔Meperidine, stimulants, sympathomimetics, decongestants, TCAs, atypical antipsychotics,
St. John's Wort, and asthma medications.
What symptoms should a nurse monitor for in a patient experiencing a hypertensive crisis? -
correct answer ✔✔Symptoms include severe headache, elevated blood pressure, and potential
neurological deficits.
EXAM QUESTIONS & VERIFIED
CORRECT ANSWERS 100%
What should you do before answering a test question? - correct answer ✔✔Read the entire
question carefully and identify what it is asking.
Why is it important to pay attention to key words in a test question? - correct answer ✔✔Key
words may include a patient's diagnosis, presenting signs and symptoms, or vital signs, which
are crucial for selecting the correct answer.
What should you avoid doing when reading a test question? - correct answer ✔✔Do not skim or
read too quickly, as this may cause you to miss important key words.
What is a critical approach when answering exam questions? - correct answer ✔✔Only use the
information provided by the examiner and do not make assumptions or add information.
How should you approach answering questions based on your practical experience? - correct
answer ✔✔Try not to compare exam questions to your normal practice, as the exam may reflect
different standards of care.
What is the recommended strategy for selecting the correct answer from multiple choices? -
correct answer ✔✔Read all answer choices, narrow them down to two possible correct
answers, and choose the most correct one.
What should you do if two answer choices are opposites? - correct answer ✔✔One of them is
usually the correct answer, helping to narrow down your options.
,How can you identify the correct answer option related to the test question? - correct answer
✔✔Look for answer options that contain the same wording or synonyms as the test question.
What type of answers should you prioritize when selecting your response? - correct answer
✔✔Choose client-focused answers that acknowledge a patient's feelings.
What should you be cautious of when answer choices are very similar? - correct answer
✔✔Remarkably similar options are usually wrong; look for an option that is different.
What types of words should you be wary of in answer choices? - correct answer ✔✔Be cautious
of absolutes such as all, only, always, every, must, never, none, everything, and nothing, as they
are usually incorrect.
What do questions that use adjectives like 'PRIORITY' test? - correct answer ✔✔They test your
ability to prioritize actions.
What is the order of priority in nursing assessments? - correct answer
✔✔Airway/breathing/circulation, followed by Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, and then the
nursing process (assessment before intervention).
What is the definition of assessment in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Assessment is the process
of collecting data, such as taking a patient's vital signs.
Why is assessment important in determining interventions? - correct answer ✔✔The results of
assessments will guide the appropriate interventions needed for the patient.
What are examples of assessment actions in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Assessing,
evaluating, and identifying are all part of the assessment process.
,What is the importance of culture in nursing care? - correct answer ✔✔Culture must be
included in all nursing care, as cultural questions lead to cultural answers.
What is the role of critical thinking in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Critical thinking involves
understanding information rather than just memorizing it.
What is the preferred approach in interprofessional collaboration during nursing assessments? -
correct answer ✔✔Collaborate with other disciplines rather than delegate tasks; choose
answers that include the word 'collaborate'.
What should a nurse consider before referring a patient out? - correct answer ✔✔Ask if there is
something within their scope of practice that can be done before making a referral.
What is the primary focus for patient safety in nursing? - correct answer ✔✔Safety for the
patient and others is usually the right choice; safety first!
What are the normal lithium levels? - correct answer ✔✔0.6-1.2 mEq/L.
What level indicates lithium toxicity? - correct answer ✔✔Lithium toxicity can occur when levels
reach 1.5 mEq/L or higher.
What is the gold standard treatment for manic episodes in bipolar disorder? - correct answer
✔✔Lithium is the gold standard treatment for manic episodes.
What are the neuroprotective effects of lithium? - correct answer ✔✔Lithium protects nerves
from damage and has evidence for anti-suicidal effects.
What baseline labs should be checked before initiating lithium treatment? - correct answer
✔✔Thyroid panel, Serum Creatinine/BUN, HCG for pregnancy, and ECG for patients over 50.
, What is a potential congenital side effect of lithium? - correct answer ✔✔Lithium can cause
Epstein anomaly, especially in the first trimester.
What are some common side effects of lithium? - correct answer ✔✔Hypothyroidism, weight
gain, fine hand tremors, fatigue, mental cloudiness, headache, nystagmus, maculopapular rash,
pruritus, acne, gastrointestinal upset, diabetes insipidus, edema, and cardiac issues.
What severe gastrointestinal symptoms can indicate lithium toxicity? - correct answer
✔✔Severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps.
What are the priority actions if a patient experiences lithium toxicity? - correct answer ✔✔Stop
lithium, check serum lithium levels, and ensure patient safety.
What can cause a hypertensive crisis when taking MAOIs? - correct answer ✔✔MAOIs taken
with foods containing tyramine can lead to hypertensive crisis.
What are some examples of foods that can trigger a hypertensive crisis with MAOIs? - correct
answer ✔✔Aged cheese is a common example.
What is the significance of checking an ECG before starting lithium in patients over 50? - correct
answer ✔✔Lithium can cause cardiac side effects, making ECG monitoring important.
What medications can lead to a hypertensive crisis when taken with MAOIs? - correct answer
✔✔Meperidine, stimulants, sympathomimetics, decongestants, TCAs, atypical antipsychotics,
St. John's Wort, and asthma medications.
What symptoms should a nurse monitor for in a patient experiencing a hypertensive crisis? -
correct answer ✔✔Symptoms include severe headache, elevated blood pressure, and potential
neurological deficits.
