NSG 200 Didactic Exam 1 2025
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Reduced arterial elasticity is most likely to cause which of the following? -ANSincreased
systolic BP
Snellen chart -ANSSelect the definition that best describes the image below:
When taking the pulse of a newborn infant, the nurse notices that the rate is 145
beats/min and the rhythm is regular. The nurse realizes that his rate is
a. Normal for an infant.
b. The proper rate for a toddler.
c. Too slow for an infant.
d. The same as that of a normal adult. -ANSa. normal for an infant (range 120-160
beats/min)
The patient has a temperature of 103.2° F. The nurse is attempting to lower his
temperature by providing tepid sponge baths and placing cool compresses in strategic
body locations. The nurse is attempting to lower the patient's temperature through the
use of___ -ANSConduction
Following the circadian rhythm, body temperature is lowest in _____ -ANSEarly morning
Normal blood pressure tends to be lowest in: -ANSEarly morning
A patient's kidneys are not working causing him to retain fluid . The nurse measures the
patient weight this morning and notes that it is 500 grams higher than the previous
morning. How much fluid has the patient retained in the 24-hr. period? -ANS500g/1000
= 0.5 liters
Pain is an important part of vital signs assessment and is often referred to as "the fifth
vital sign"
TRUE or FALSE -ANSTrue
The neural and vascular control of core body temperature is regulated by the ________
-ANShypothalamus
,What is the best action for a nurse should take after auscultating a BP of 128/70 on an
older adult client? -ANSDocument the findings
lithotomy position -ANSSelect the answer that best defines the patient positioning image
below:
Which of the following assessment routes best reflects the body's core temperature? -
ANSRectal
The first Korotkoff sound of blood pressure auscultation can best be described as ___: -
ANSA clear, rhythmic thumping corresponding to the pulse rate that gradually increases
in intensity
Which statement about the use of a stethoscope is true? -ANSthe diaphragm transmits
high pitched sounds created by the high velocity movement of air and blood
The incidence of hypertension is greater in which of the following ethnic groups? -
ANSAfrican American
While examining a patient with an infected abdominal wound, the nurse notices that it is
very malodorous. Which technique does this represent? -ANSInspection
List the steps of physical assessment in the proper sequence: -ANS1. Hand hygiene
2. Inspection
3. Palpate
4. Percuss
5. Auscultation
The nurse uses the technique of percussion to assess a patient's stomach. Which
sound is the nurse most likely to hear? -ANSTympany
Which of the following commonly cause errors in blood pressure (BP) measurement?
Select all that apply. -ANS1. Patient's legs are crossed during BP measurement
2. Using the wrong size BP cuff
3. Failing to wait 1-2 minutes before repeating the BP measurement
The patient requires routine temperature assessment but reports having finished a cup
of hot coffee 5 minutes ago. What is the best route of assessment for the nurse to use?
-ANSTemporal
Which data do nurses document under the heading of Past Health History?
a. Father has Alzheimer disease
b. Last tetanus in 2009
c. Had chicken pox as a child
d. Drinks three to four beers each day
, e. Had a dental examination 6 months ago -ANSb. Last tetanus in 2009
c. Had chicken pox as a child
e. Had dental examination 6 months ago
An example of a health promotion question included in the health history is:
a. "Do you have any allergies?"
b. "How often are you exercising?"
c. "What are you doing to relieve your leg pain?"
d. "What kind of herbs are you using?" -ANSb. How often do you exercise
A female Korean patient accompanied by her husband and son comes to the
emergency department (ED) complaining of abdominal pain. The patient speaks and
understands Korean only. Which person is the appropriate choice for the nurse to use to
get a history from this patient?
a. The patient's husband who speaks Korean and English
b. The patient's son who speaks Korean and English
c. A male technician who works in the ED who speaks Korean and English
d. A female interpreter who speaks Korean and English and is available by phone -
ANSd. A female interpreter who speaks Korean and English and is available by phone
While giving a history, a male patient describes several events out of order that
occurred in different decades in his life. What technique does the nurse use to
understand the timeline of these events?
a. State the order of events as understood and ask the patient to verify the order.
b. Draw conclusions about the order of events from data given.
c. Ask the patient to elaborate about these events.
d. Ask the patient to repeat what he said about these events. -ANSa. State the order of
events as understood and ask the patient to verify the order.
Which statement is appropriate to use when beginning an interview with a new patient?
a. "Have you ever been a patient in this clinic before?"
b. "What is your purpose for coming to the clinic today?"
c. "Tell me a little about yourself and your family."
d. "Did you have any difficulty finding the clinic?" -ANSb. "What is your purpose for
coming to the clinic today?"
Which technique should the nurse use to obtain more data about a patient's vague or
ambiguous statement about diet such as "My diet's okay"?
a. "Eating a variety of meats, fruits, and vegetables each day is important."
b. "Give me an example of the foods you eat in a typical day."
c. "Go on."
LATEST UPDATED | COMPREHENSIVE
QUESTIONS WITH 100% RATED
ANSWERS | GUARANTEED TO PASS!!
Reduced arterial elasticity is most likely to cause which of the following? -ANSincreased
systolic BP
Snellen chart -ANSSelect the definition that best describes the image below:
When taking the pulse of a newborn infant, the nurse notices that the rate is 145
beats/min and the rhythm is regular. The nurse realizes that his rate is
a. Normal for an infant.
b. The proper rate for a toddler.
c. Too slow for an infant.
d. The same as that of a normal adult. -ANSa. normal for an infant (range 120-160
beats/min)
The patient has a temperature of 103.2° F. The nurse is attempting to lower his
temperature by providing tepid sponge baths and placing cool compresses in strategic
body locations. The nurse is attempting to lower the patient's temperature through the
use of___ -ANSConduction
Following the circadian rhythm, body temperature is lowest in _____ -ANSEarly morning
Normal blood pressure tends to be lowest in: -ANSEarly morning
A patient's kidneys are not working causing him to retain fluid . The nurse measures the
patient weight this morning and notes that it is 500 grams higher than the previous
morning. How much fluid has the patient retained in the 24-hr. period? -ANS500g/1000
= 0.5 liters
Pain is an important part of vital signs assessment and is often referred to as "the fifth
vital sign"
TRUE or FALSE -ANSTrue
The neural and vascular control of core body temperature is regulated by the ________
-ANShypothalamus
,What is the best action for a nurse should take after auscultating a BP of 128/70 on an
older adult client? -ANSDocument the findings
lithotomy position -ANSSelect the answer that best defines the patient positioning image
below:
Which of the following assessment routes best reflects the body's core temperature? -
ANSRectal
The first Korotkoff sound of blood pressure auscultation can best be described as ___: -
ANSA clear, rhythmic thumping corresponding to the pulse rate that gradually increases
in intensity
Which statement about the use of a stethoscope is true? -ANSthe diaphragm transmits
high pitched sounds created by the high velocity movement of air and blood
The incidence of hypertension is greater in which of the following ethnic groups? -
ANSAfrican American
While examining a patient with an infected abdominal wound, the nurse notices that it is
very malodorous. Which technique does this represent? -ANSInspection
List the steps of physical assessment in the proper sequence: -ANS1. Hand hygiene
2. Inspection
3. Palpate
4. Percuss
5. Auscultation
The nurse uses the technique of percussion to assess a patient's stomach. Which
sound is the nurse most likely to hear? -ANSTympany
Which of the following commonly cause errors in blood pressure (BP) measurement?
Select all that apply. -ANS1. Patient's legs are crossed during BP measurement
2. Using the wrong size BP cuff
3. Failing to wait 1-2 minutes before repeating the BP measurement
The patient requires routine temperature assessment but reports having finished a cup
of hot coffee 5 minutes ago. What is the best route of assessment for the nurse to use?
-ANSTemporal
Which data do nurses document under the heading of Past Health History?
a. Father has Alzheimer disease
b. Last tetanus in 2009
c. Had chicken pox as a child
d. Drinks three to four beers each day
, e. Had a dental examination 6 months ago -ANSb. Last tetanus in 2009
c. Had chicken pox as a child
e. Had dental examination 6 months ago
An example of a health promotion question included in the health history is:
a. "Do you have any allergies?"
b. "How often are you exercising?"
c. "What are you doing to relieve your leg pain?"
d. "What kind of herbs are you using?" -ANSb. How often do you exercise
A female Korean patient accompanied by her husband and son comes to the
emergency department (ED) complaining of abdominal pain. The patient speaks and
understands Korean only. Which person is the appropriate choice for the nurse to use to
get a history from this patient?
a. The patient's husband who speaks Korean and English
b. The patient's son who speaks Korean and English
c. A male technician who works in the ED who speaks Korean and English
d. A female interpreter who speaks Korean and English and is available by phone -
ANSd. A female interpreter who speaks Korean and English and is available by phone
While giving a history, a male patient describes several events out of order that
occurred in different decades in his life. What technique does the nurse use to
understand the timeline of these events?
a. State the order of events as understood and ask the patient to verify the order.
b. Draw conclusions about the order of events from data given.
c. Ask the patient to elaborate about these events.
d. Ask the patient to repeat what he said about these events. -ANSa. State the order of
events as understood and ask the patient to verify the order.
Which statement is appropriate to use when beginning an interview with a new patient?
a. "Have you ever been a patient in this clinic before?"
b. "What is your purpose for coming to the clinic today?"
c. "Tell me a little about yourself and your family."
d. "Did you have any difficulty finding the clinic?" -ANSb. "What is your purpose for
coming to the clinic today?"
Which technique should the nurse use to obtain more data about a patient's vague or
ambiguous statement about diet such as "My diet's okay"?
a. "Eating a variety of meats, fruits, and vegetables each day is important."
b. "Give me an example of the foods you eat in a typical day."
c. "Go on."
