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Ultimate Exam
**Question 1.** Which of the following best describes the “Right Person” component of the Five Rights
of Delegation?
A) Assigning tasks only to staff with the appropriate license level
B) Ensuring the task is within the scope of practice of the delegatee
C) Matching the delegatee’s competence and training to the task
D) Providing written instructions for the task
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** “Right Person” means the nurse must delegate to someone who has the competence,
experience, and training to safely perform the assigned task.
**Question 2.** A client with a new order for a high‑alert medication is about to receive the drug.
Which of the following actions is the most critical to prevent medication error?
A) Verify the client’s allergy list
B) Double‑check the dosage calculation with a second nurse
C) Perform the “five rights” of medication administration
D) Document the administration in the electronic health record
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** The “five rights” (right patient, drug, dose, route, time) are essential safeguards,
especially for high‑alert medications.
**Question 3.** In the context of HIPAA, which of the following is considered a permissible disclosure of
protected health information (PHI) without client authorization?
A) Sharing PHI with a family member who requests it
B) Disclosing PHI to a law enforcement officer with a warrant
C) Providing PHI to a social media platform for marketing
D) Sending PHI via unsecured email to a colleague
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**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** PHI may be disclosed without authorization when required by law, such as a warrant
from law enforcement.
**Question 4.** A nurse is planning discharge for a client with congestive heart failure. Which of the
following is the most appropriate priority intervention?
A) Teaching the client how to measure daily weight
B) Scheduling a follow‑up appointment with the cardiologist
C) Providing a list of low‑sodium foods
D) Arranging home health nursing visits
**Answer:** A
**Explanation:** Daily weight monitoring is the most immediate tool for early detection of fluid
overload, a critical priority for CHF patients.
**Question 5.** Which of the following best illustrates the principle of autonomy in nursing ethics?
A) Administering a life‑saving medication despite the client’s refusal
B) Providing the client with all necessary information to make an informed decision
C) Prioritizing resources for the greatest number of patients
D) Reporting a colleague’s unsafe practice to the board
**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Autonomy respects the client’s right to make informed choices about their own care.
**Question 6.** A client with a known allergy to latex requires a urinary catheter. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take?
A) Use a standard latex catheter and monitor for reaction
B) Obtain a silicone (latex‑free) catheter
C) Apply a latex‑based lubricant to the catheter
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D) Document the allergy but proceed with the ordered catheter
**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Selecting a latex‑free catheter prevents an allergic reaction in a client with latex
sensitivity.
**Question 7.** Which of the following is the most appropriate immediate action when a client’s blood
pressure reads 70/40 mm Hg?
A) Reposition the client to a supine position with legs elevated
B) Administer a rapid‑acting antihypertensive medication
C) Notify the family of the client’s condition
D) Document the reading and continue monitoring
**Answer:** A
**Explanation:** Positioning the client supine with legs elevated promotes venous return and is the first
step in treating hypotension.
**Question 8.** A nurse is reviewing a client’s electronic health record (EHR). Which of the following
actions helps maintain information security?
A) Leaving the workstation unlocked when stepping away briefly
B) Using a shared password for convenience
C) Logging out of the EHR after the shift ends
D) Printing all notes for a paper backup
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** Logging out prevents unauthorized access to the EHR, protecting client confidentiality.
**Question 9.** Which of the following best describes a “high‑risk behavior” that should be screened
during a health promotion visit?
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A) Regular attendance at annual physical exams
B) Daily consumption of water
C) Use of tobacco products
D) Participation in community volunteer work
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** Tobacco use is a recognized high‑risk behavior associated with numerous health
problems.
**Question 10.** A client presents with a new, non‑healing ulcer on the sacral area. Which of the
following nursing interventions is the highest priority?
A) Applying a hydrocolloid dressing
B) Repositioning the client every two hours
C) Documenting the wound size and depth
D) Providing a high‑protein diet
**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Frequent repositioning reduces pressure on the sacrum, addressing the primary cause
of pressure injury.
**Question 11.** Which of the following statements reflects an appropriate therapeutic communication
technique?
A) “You should feel better soon; just stay positive.”
B) “Tell me more about how this situation is affecting you.”
C) “I understand exactly what you’re feeling.”
D) “Let’s focus on the facts and not emotions.”
**Answer:** B
Ultimate Exam
**Question 1.** Which of the following best describes the “Right Person” component of the Five Rights
of Delegation?
A) Assigning tasks only to staff with the appropriate license level
B) Ensuring the task is within the scope of practice of the delegatee
C) Matching the delegatee’s competence and training to the task
D) Providing written instructions for the task
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** “Right Person” means the nurse must delegate to someone who has the competence,
experience, and training to safely perform the assigned task.
**Question 2.** A client with a new order for a high‑alert medication is about to receive the drug.
Which of the following actions is the most critical to prevent medication error?
A) Verify the client’s allergy list
B) Double‑check the dosage calculation with a second nurse
C) Perform the “five rights” of medication administration
D) Document the administration in the electronic health record
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** The “five rights” (right patient, drug, dose, route, time) are essential safeguards,
especially for high‑alert medications.
**Question 3.** In the context of HIPAA, which of the following is considered a permissible disclosure of
protected health information (PHI) without client authorization?
A) Sharing PHI with a family member who requests it
B) Disclosing PHI to a law enforcement officer with a warrant
C) Providing PHI to a social media platform for marketing
D) Sending PHI via unsecured email to a colleague
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**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** PHI may be disclosed without authorization when required by law, such as a warrant
from law enforcement.
**Question 4.** A nurse is planning discharge for a client with congestive heart failure. Which of the
following is the most appropriate priority intervention?
A) Teaching the client how to measure daily weight
B) Scheduling a follow‑up appointment with the cardiologist
C) Providing a list of low‑sodium foods
D) Arranging home health nursing visits
**Answer:** A
**Explanation:** Daily weight monitoring is the most immediate tool for early detection of fluid
overload, a critical priority for CHF patients.
**Question 5.** Which of the following best illustrates the principle of autonomy in nursing ethics?
A) Administering a life‑saving medication despite the client’s refusal
B) Providing the client with all necessary information to make an informed decision
C) Prioritizing resources for the greatest number of patients
D) Reporting a colleague’s unsafe practice to the board
**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Autonomy respects the client’s right to make informed choices about their own care.
**Question 6.** A client with a known allergy to latex requires a urinary catheter. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take?
A) Use a standard latex catheter and monitor for reaction
B) Obtain a silicone (latex‑free) catheter
C) Apply a latex‑based lubricant to the catheter
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D) Document the allergy but proceed with the ordered catheter
**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Selecting a latex‑free catheter prevents an allergic reaction in a client with latex
sensitivity.
**Question 7.** Which of the following is the most appropriate immediate action when a client’s blood
pressure reads 70/40 mm Hg?
A) Reposition the client to a supine position with legs elevated
B) Administer a rapid‑acting antihypertensive medication
C) Notify the family of the client’s condition
D) Document the reading and continue monitoring
**Answer:** A
**Explanation:** Positioning the client supine with legs elevated promotes venous return and is the first
step in treating hypotension.
**Question 8.** A nurse is reviewing a client’s electronic health record (EHR). Which of the following
actions helps maintain information security?
A) Leaving the workstation unlocked when stepping away briefly
B) Using a shared password for convenience
C) Logging out of the EHR after the shift ends
D) Printing all notes for a paper backup
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** Logging out prevents unauthorized access to the EHR, protecting client confidentiality.
**Question 9.** Which of the following best describes a “high‑risk behavior” that should be screened
during a health promotion visit?
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A) Regular attendance at annual physical exams
B) Daily consumption of water
C) Use of tobacco products
D) Participation in community volunteer work
**Answer:** C
**Explanation:** Tobacco use is a recognized high‑risk behavior associated with numerous health
problems.
**Question 10.** A client presents with a new, non‑healing ulcer on the sacral area. Which of the
following nursing interventions is the highest priority?
A) Applying a hydrocolloid dressing
B) Repositioning the client every two hours
C) Documenting the wound size and depth
D) Providing a high‑protein diet
**Answer:** B
**Explanation:** Frequent repositioning reduces pressure on the sacrum, addressing the primary cause
of pressure injury.
**Question 11.** Which of the following statements reflects an appropriate therapeutic communication
technique?
A) “You should feel better soon; just stay positive.”
B) “Tell me more about how this situation is affecting you.”
C) “I understand exactly what you’re feeling.”
D) “Let’s focus on the facts and not emotions.”
**Answer:** B
