NUR 109 Midterm Exam 2 Prep 2026 Questions and
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Latest Version 2 Excelsior College (Brand New!!)
An experienced RN is orienting a new RN assigned to care for adolescent patients in a clinic.
Which statement by the new RN demonstrates understanding of the most effective strategies to
build a rapport for this age group?
Avoid a show of surprise or judgment when receiving information.
Use an indirect approach since adolescents may not understand their own health needs.
Approach this age group with the cognitive level used for adults.
Inform adolescent that all information they provide needs to be truthful.
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The high school RN is counseling an 18-year-old female regarding a romantic relationship.
Which statement by the RN applies Gilligan’s theory of moral development?
“Choosing a mate is an important task of cognitive and social development.”
“Taking time to care for your own needs is essential in a healthy relationship.”
“Considering a sexual relationship can be a stressful time in a young woman’s life.
“At this age, young adults become independent from parents as they develop social
relationships.”
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3.0M4E_NUR109
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The RN is assessing a patient with a history of back pain who is seeking to receive acupuncture
for relief of the pain. Which patient assessment data would cause the RN to question use of this
complementary therapy for the patient?
Treatment of diabetes
,Skin rash over body
BP of 150/80
, Report of nausea
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4.0M4E_NUR109
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Which of these nursing interventions is most effective in assisting a patient who has spiritual
distress in order to achieve the outcome of feeling more connected to their family?
Avoid making assumptions about patient and family’s interaction.
Recommend family spend time with the patient.
Encourage the patient to tell stories about their family.
Ask the patient how they feel about the family.
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5.0M4E_NUR109
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The RN is providing postmortem care. Which of the following is helpful to prevent bruising of
the body?
Pad the wrists before tying them together.
Replace any moist soiled dressings on the body.
Place the body in the shroud, body wrap.
Place the identification tag on the large toe.
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A client asks the RN about the purpose of an advance directive. What is the RN’s most
appropriate response?
, “It is a document that identifies postmortem preferences.”
“It allows you to document your wishes about your health care.”
“It will allow the hospital to choose a health care proxy on your behalf.”
“It provides instructions for your care, should you become terminally ill.”
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An RN is formulating a care plan for a patient using the Trajectory Model of Chronic Illness.
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for the patient in the Comeback phase of the model?
Refer patient to a genetic counselor for evaluation and follow-up.
Assist family with planning to support patient’s reaction to genetic testing.
Provide direct care to stabilize the patient.
Assist in coordination of physical therapy exercises into daily care.
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The RN is planning patient centered care for person with a chronic illness and fatigue. Which of
the following patient outcomes is most appropriate for the plan of care?
The patient will demonstrate pacing activities with rest periods after teaching.
The patient will be taught to rest for 10 minutes after every visit to the bathroom.
The patient will verbalize need to monitor shortness of breath with activity after teaching.
The patient will intermittently take naps as needed during the day.
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Correct Answers Graded A/ NUR 109 Midterm Exam
Latest Version 2 Excelsior College (Brand New!!)
An experienced RN is orienting a new RN assigned to care for adolescent patients in a clinic.
Which statement by the new RN demonstrates understanding of the most effective strategies to
build a rapport for this age group?
Avoid a show of surprise or judgment when receiving information.
Use an indirect approach since adolescents may not understand their own health needs.
Approach this age group with the cognitive level used for adults.
Inform adolescent that all information they provide needs to be truthful.
unanswered
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answer. These options follow the Submit button.
2.0M4E_NUR109
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The high school RN is counseling an 18-year-old female regarding a romantic relationship.
Which statement by the RN applies Gilligan’s theory of moral development?
“Choosing a mate is an important task of cognitive and social development.”
“Taking time to care for your own needs is essential in a healthy relationship.”
“Considering a sexual relationship can be a stressful time in a young woman’s life.
“At this age, young adults become independent from parents as they develop social
relationships.”
unanswered
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3.0M4E_NUR109
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The RN is assessing a patient with a history of back pain who is seeking to receive acupuncture
for relief of the pain. Which patient assessment data would cause the RN to question use of this
complementary therapy for the patient?
Treatment of diabetes
,Skin rash over body
BP of 150/80
, Report of nausea
unanswered
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answer. These options follow the Submit button.
4.0M4E_NUR109
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Which of these nursing interventions is most effective in assisting a patient who has spiritual
distress in order to achieve the outcome of feeling more connected to their family?
Avoid making assumptions about patient and family’s interaction.
Recommend family spend time with the patient.
Encourage the patient to tell stories about their family.
Ask the patient how they feel about the family.
unanswered
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answer. These options follow the Submit button.
5.0M4E_NUR109
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The RN is providing postmortem care. Which of the following is helpful to prevent bruising of
the body?
Pad the wrists before tying them together.
Replace any moist soiled dressings on the body.
Place the body in the shroud, body wrap.
Place the identification tag on the large toe.
unanswered
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answer. These options follow the Submit button.
6.0M4E_NUR109
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A client asks the RN about the purpose of an advance directive. What is the RN’s most
appropriate response?
, “It is a document that identifies postmortem preferences.”
“It allows you to document your wishes about your health care.”
“It will allow the hospital to choose a health care proxy on your behalf.”
“It provides instructions for your care, should you become terminally ill.”
unanswered
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7.0M4E_NUR109
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An RN is formulating a care plan for a patient using the Trajectory Model of Chronic Illness.
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for the patient in the Comeback phase of the model?
Refer patient to a genetic counselor for evaluation and follow-up.
Assist family with planning to support patient’s reaction to genetic testing.
Provide direct care to stabilize the patient.
Assist in coordination of physical therapy exercises into daily care.
unanswered
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8.0M4E_NUR109
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The RN is planning patient centered care for person with a chronic illness and fatigue. Which of
the following patient outcomes is most appropriate for the plan of care?
The patient will demonstrate pacing activities with rest periods after teaching.
The patient will be taught to rest for 10 minutes after every visit to the bathroom.
The patient will verbalize need to monitor shortness of breath with activity after teaching.
The patient will intermittently take naps as needed during the day.
unanswered
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