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NU 136 / NU136 Exam 3
Fundamentals of Nursing Actual Exam
2026/2027 | Galen | Questions with
Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Pass
Guaranteed
Q001: A nurse is preparing to bathe a patient who is
recovering from a stroke and has left-sided weakness.
Which action best ensures patient safety during the bed
bath?
A. Raise the bed to the highest level before starting
B. Lower the bed to the lowest level and keep call light
within reach
C. Leave the patient alone to promote independence
D. Use cold water to stimulate circulation
ANSWER: B
Q002: A nurse enters a patient's room and finds the patient
on the floor after attempting to walk to the bathroom. The
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patient states, "I slipped but feel fine." What is the nurse's
priority action?
A. Help the patient back to bed immediately
B. Complete an incident report after the shift ends
C. Assess the patient for injuries before moving them
D. Ask the family to help lift the patient
ANSWER: C
Q003: A nurse is documenting vital signs and notices a
blood pressure of 178/96 mmHg, which is significantly
higher than the previous reading of 130/82 mmHg. What
should the nurse do first?
A. Wait 30 minutes and recheck the blood pressure
B. Document the finding and notify the healthcare
provider
C. Assume the cuff was too small and ignore the reading
D. Tell the patient to relax and take deep breaths
ANSWER: B
Q004: A nurse is caring for a patient who is on contact
precautions for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus
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aureus (MRSA). Which action is appropriate when
entering the room?
A. Wear a surgical mask and gloves only
B. Wear gloves and a gown, and perform hand hygiene
C. Wear an N95 respirator and goggles
D. No special precautions are needed if no direct contact
is planned
ANSWER: B
Q005: A nurse is assisting a postoperative patient with
ambulation for the first time. The patient reports feeling
dizzy upon standing. What is the best initial response?
A. Encourage the patient to continue walking to build
endurance
B. Return the patient to bed immediately and monitor
vital signs
C. Ask the patient to close their eyes and breathe slowly
D. Leave the patient alone to regain composure
ANSWER: B
Q006: A nurse is performing oral care on an unconscious
patient. Which technique best prevents aspiration?
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NU 136 / NU136 Exam 3
Fundamentals of Nursing Actual Exam
2026/2027 | Galen | Questions with
Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Pass
Guaranteed
Q001: A nurse is preparing to bathe a patient who is
recovering from a stroke and has left-sided weakness.
Which action best ensures patient safety during the bed
bath?
A. Raise the bed to the highest level before starting
B. Lower the bed to the lowest level and keep call light
within reach
C. Leave the patient alone to promote independence
D. Use cold water to stimulate circulation
ANSWER: B
Q002: A nurse enters a patient's room and finds the patient
on the floor after attempting to walk to the bathroom. The
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patient states, "I slipped but feel fine." What is the nurse's
priority action?
A. Help the patient back to bed immediately
B. Complete an incident report after the shift ends
C. Assess the patient for injuries before moving them
D. Ask the family to help lift the patient
ANSWER: C
Q003: A nurse is documenting vital signs and notices a
blood pressure of 178/96 mmHg, which is significantly
higher than the previous reading of 130/82 mmHg. What
should the nurse do first?
A. Wait 30 minutes and recheck the blood pressure
B. Document the finding and notify the healthcare
provider
C. Assume the cuff was too small and ignore the reading
D. Tell the patient to relax and take deep breaths
ANSWER: B
Q004: A nurse is caring for a patient who is on contact
precautions for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus
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aureus (MRSA). Which action is appropriate when
entering the room?
A. Wear a surgical mask and gloves only
B. Wear gloves and a gown, and perform hand hygiene
C. Wear an N95 respirator and goggles
D. No special precautions are needed if no direct contact
is planned
ANSWER: B
Q005: A nurse is assisting a postoperative patient with
ambulation for the first time. The patient reports feeling
dizzy upon standing. What is the best initial response?
A. Encourage the patient to continue walking to build
endurance
B. Return the patient to bed immediately and monitor
vital signs
C. Ask the patient to close their eyes and breathe slowly
D. Leave the patient alone to regain composure
ANSWER: B
Q006: A nurse is performing oral care on an unconscious
patient. Which technique best prevents aspiration?
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