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(Latest 2026/ 2027 Update) Questions & Answers| Grade A| 100%
Correct (Verified Solutions).
1. A patient visits the clinic and complains of wrist pain. To perform Phalen's test for
carpal tunnel syndrome, the nurse should ask the client to:
A. Move the hand inward with the wrists straight.
B. Place both palms on the examination table.
C. Dorsiflex the carpal.
D. Place the backs of both hands against each other.
CORRECT ANSWER: D
RATIONALE: Phalen's test is performed by having the patient hold both hands in
complete flexion (backs together) for 60 seconds; reproduction of symptoms
(numbness, tingling) suggests carpal tunnel syndrome.
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2. The nurse needs to assess the right middle lobe of the lung. Where should the nurse
place the stethoscope?
A. Posterior thoracic wall, right of mid-scapular line.
B. Right tenth intercostal space posteriorly.
C. Right sixth intercostal space anteriorly at the mid-clavicular line.
D. Left second intercostal space, right of mid-axillary line.
CORRECT ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: The right middle lobe is best auscultated anteriorly at the 4th–6th
intercostal spaces at the mid-clavicular line.
3. The patient is admitted with right-sided hemiparesis. Which of the following would be
the most appropriate episodic assessment?
A. Taking vital signs on the left side.
B. Testing the strength of hands.
C. Checking the left patellar reflex.
D. Asking the patient what year it is.
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CORRECT ANSWER: B
RATIONALE: Testing hand strength assesses motor function, a key component in
monitoring a patient with hemiparesis for changes or improvement.
4. When palpating the pulses in the feet, the nurse notices that his/her fingers leave a
lasting depression in the skin. This is called:
A. Pitting edema.
B. Lymphedema.
C. Orthostatic edema.
D. 4+ edema.
CORRECT ANSWER: A
RATIONALE: Pitting edema is characterized by a depression that remains after pressure
is applied; it is graded based on depth and duration of the indentation.
5. The pimple-like lesions across the chin of an adolescent are called:
A. Cysts.
B. Papules.
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C. Pustules.
D. Vesicles.
CORRECT ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: Pustules are raised, erythematous lesions containing purulent exudate,
commonly seen in acne.
6. Which data collected by the nurse is documented under objective data?
A. Religion.
B. Occupation.
C. Appearance.
D. Ethnicity.
CORRECT ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: Objective data are measurable and observable findings obtained through
inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation (e.g., appearance).
7. Which action by the nurse correctly applies the principles of standard precautions?
A. Washing the hands between examination of each body part.
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NR 226/ NR226 Final Exam: Fundamentals Patient Care Test Review|
(Latest 2026/ 2027 Update) Questions & Answers| Grade A| 100%
Correct (Verified Solutions).
1. A patient visits the clinic and complains of wrist pain. To perform Phalen's test for
carpal tunnel syndrome, the nurse should ask the client to:
A. Move the hand inward with the wrists straight.
B. Place both palms on the examination table.
C. Dorsiflex the carpal.
D. Place the backs of both hands against each other.
CORRECT ANSWER: D
RATIONALE: Phalen's test is performed by having the patient hold both hands in
complete flexion (backs together) for 60 seconds; reproduction of symptoms
(numbness, tingling) suggests carpal tunnel syndrome.
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2. The nurse needs to assess the right middle lobe of the lung. Where should the nurse
place the stethoscope?
A. Posterior thoracic wall, right of mid-scapular line.
B. Right tenth intercostal space posteriorly.
C. Right sixth intercostal space anteriorly at the mid-clavicular line.
D. Left second intercostal space, right of mid-axillary line.
CORRECT ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: The right middle lobe is best auscultated anteriorly at the 4th–6th
intercostal spaces at the mid-clavicular line.
3. The patient is admitted with right-sided hemiparesis. Which of the following would be
the most appropriate episodic assessment?
A. Taking vital signs on the left side.
B. Testing the strength of hands.
C. Checking the left patellar reflex.
D. Asking the patient what year it is.
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CORRECT ANSWER: B
RATIONALE: Testing hand strength assesses motor function, a key component in
monitoring a patient with hemiparesis for changes or improvement.
4. When palpating the pulses in the feet, the nurse notices that his/her fingers leave a
lasting depression in the skin. This is called:
A. Pitting edema.
B. Lymphedema.
C. Orthostatic edema.
D. 4+ edema.
CORRECT ANSWER: A
RATIONALE: Pitting edema is characterized by a depression that remains after pressure
is applied; it is graded based on depth and duration of the indentation.
5. The pimple-like lesions across the chin of an adolescent are called:
A. Cysts.
B. Papules.
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C. Pustules.
D. Vesicles.
CORRECT ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: Pustules are raised, erythematous lesions containing purulent exudate,
commonly seen in acne.
6. Which data collected by the nurse is documented under objective data?
A. Religion.
B. Occupation.
C. Appearance.
D. Ethnicity.
CORRECT ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: Objective data are measurable and observable findings obtained through
inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation (e.g., appearance).
7. Which action by the nurse correctly applies the principles of standard precautions?
A. Washing the hands between examination of each body part.
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