Fundamentals of Nursing Final Exam Version 4– Practice Questions & Answers
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Using Maslow's framework, which statement characterizes the highest level of need?
a. "Nurse, my pain is severe.... is it time for my shot?"
b. " I felt welcomed when I first joined the group and I look forward to the monthly meetings."
c. " I'm very proud of receiving the Employee of the Month Award."
d. " There have been home break-ins with burglary in our neighborhood. We are thinking of
moving." - (Correct Answer)-c. " I'm very proud of receiving the Employee of the Month
Award."
A client tells the nurse of having no threat in their life at this time. The nurse communicates in
sign off report that this client is meeting what level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
a. Physiologic
b. security and safety
c. self esteem
d. self actualization - (Correct Answer)-b. security and safety
A client tells the nurse of recently recognizing strength in their life and the ability to make their
own choices. The nurse states in the client's record that the client's recognition of strength and
choice is the meeting which levels in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
a. physiologic
b. security and safety
c. self-esteem
d. self-actualization - (Correct Answer)-c. self-esteem
A client newly admitted to the unit has several basic physiologic needs that must be met. Which
are physiological needs that must be included in the nursing care plan? Select all that apply
a. oxygen
b. food
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c. water
d. shelter
e. elimination - (Correct Answer)-a. oxygen
b. food
c. water
e. elimination
A client complains of severe pain two days after surgery. Using the Maslow's hierarchy of needs,
which action should the nurse perform first?
a. offer reassurance to the client that he will feel less pain tomorrow
b. allow the client time to verbalize his feelings
c. check the client's vital sign
d. administer an analgesic - (Correct Answer)-c. check the client's vital sign
A client has been admitted as a result of a lack of food and nutrients in the body. When caring for
the client, the nurse finds the client feels nauseated at mealtimes. Which is the most appropriate
intervention for the nurse?
a. weighting the client daily
b. providing tube feeding as ordered
c. administering insulin as ordered
d. providing warm milk regularly - (Correct Answer)-b. providing tube feeding as ordered
A five year old child hospitalized due to severe infection. The child has been potty-trained since
3 yearss old but the child is noted to suck his thumb, soils himself without asking for toileting
assistance and cries for attention. What would the nurse document for the child who is focusing
on a simple basic need that has already been fulfilled?
a. love, affection and belonging
b. security and safety
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c. temper tantrums
d. regression - (Correct Answer)-d. regression
After surgery, the client has difficulty breathing and needs supplemental oxygen. Which situation
places the client at the highest risk of lack of oxygen?
a. client has dehydration
b. client has paralysis from nech down
c. client has high blood pressure
d. client lost unconsciousness for 15 seconds during football practice - (Correct Answer)-b.
client has paralysis from nech down
A nurse is caring for a group of clients in a long term care facility. During the change of shift
report, it was addressed that some of the clients would need assistance with meeting the basic
needs. Which client has the highest potential for requiring the nurse's assistance to meet the need
for sleep and rest?
a. client with severe mental illness
b. a client with a stomach ulcer
c. a client with a skin disorder
d. a client with a fracture on the non-dominant arm - (Correct Answer)-b. a client with a
stomach ulcer
What may happen to the family to the family when one of the family members suffers an illness?
a. more public display of affection
b. alterations of value and religious belief
c. changes in the roles for the client and family
d. increase resistance to stress - (Correct Answer)-c. changes in the roles for the client and
family
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A nurse and a primary care provider inform a client that chemotherapy is recommended for the
diagnosis of cancer. What nursing action is most representative of the concept holistic approach?
a. offer to come to the client's home to provide needed physical care.
b. contact the client's spiritual adviser
c. inquire how this will affect other aspects of the client's life
d. provide the client with information about how to join a support group - (Correct Answer)-c.
inquire how this will affect other aspects of the client's life
A nurse is a member of a local support group that consels on relationship. Which client should
the nurse identify with the lowest priority to be concerned about meaningful relationships?
a. a person who volunteers in the community
b. a homeless person
c. a person with a fractured limb
d. a working professional - (Correct Answer)-b. a homeless person
A client has had a spine operation and cannot walk properly. Which is the highest prioritynursing
intervention to ensure that the client can resume daily activity?
a. administration of pain medication to relieve pain
b. provide a soothing backrub
c. encourage walking with help
d. suggest consultation with the primary care provider - (Correct Answer)-c. encourage
walking with help
A nurse is assigned to care for a client who has been rendered homeless by a hurricane. The
nurse is reviewing the nursing care plan for a client. Which levels of nursing intervention on the
nursing care plan is the highest priority for this client at this time? Select all that apply
a. physiologic
b. security and safety
c. self-esteem
(2025/2026 update) – Latest Questions & Answers| Questions & Answers|
Grade A+| 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)-
Using Maslow's framework, which statement characterizes the highest level of need?
a. "Nurse, my pain is severe.... is it time for my shot?"
b. " I felt welcomed when I first joined the group and I look forward to the monthly meetings."
c. " I'm very proud of receiving the Employee of the Month Award."
d. " There have been home break-ins with burglary in our neighborhood. We are thinking of
moving." - (Correct Answer)-c. " I'm very proud of receiving the Employee of the Month
Award."
A client tells the nurse of having no threat in their life at this time. The nurse communicates in
sign off report that this client is meeting what level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
a. Physiologic
b. security and safety
c. self esteem
d. self actualization - (Correct Answer)-b. security and safety
A client tells the nurse of recently recognizing strength in their life and the ability to make their
own choices. The nurse states in the client's record that the client's recognition of strength and
choice is the meeting which levels in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
a. physiologic
b. security and safety
c. self-esteem
d. self-actualization - (Correct Answer)-c. self-esteem
A client newly admitted to the unit has several basic physiologic needs that must be met. Which
are physiological needs that must be included in the nursing care plan? Select all that apply
a. oxygen
b. food
, 2
c. water
d. shelter
e. elimination - (Correct Answer)-a. oxygen
b. food
c. water
e. elimination
A client complains of severe pain two days after surgery. Using the Maslow's hierarchy of needs,
which action should the nurse perform first?
a. offer reassurance to the client that he will feel less pain tomorrow
b. allow the client time to verbalize his feelings
c. check the client's vital sign
d. administer an analgesic - (Correct Answer)-c. check the client's vital sign
A client has been admitted as a result of a lack of food and nutrients in the body. When caring for
the client, the nurse finds the client feels nauseated at mealtimes. Which is the most appropriate
intervention for the nurse?
a. weighting the client daily
b. providing tube feeding as ordered
c. administering insulin as ordered
d. providing warm milk regularly - (Correct Answer)-b. providing tube feeding as ordered
A five year old child hospitalized due to severe infection. The child has been potty-trained since
3 yearss old but the child is noted to suck his thumb, soils himself without asking for toileting
assistance and cries for attention. What would the nurse document for the child who is focusing
on a simple basic need that has already been fulfilled?
a. love, affection and belonging
b. security and safety
, 3
c. temper tantrums
d. regression - (Correct Answer)-d. regression
After surgery, the client has difficulty breathing and needs supplemental oxygen. Which situation
places the client at the highest risk of lack of oxygen?
a. client has dehydration
b. client has paralysis from nech down
c. client has high blood pressure
d. client lost unconsciousness for 15 seconds during football practice - (Correct Answer)-b.
client has paralysis from nech down
A nurse is caring for a group of clients in a long term care facility. During the change of shift
report, it was addressed that some of the clients would need assistance with meeting the basic
needs. Which client has the highest potential for requiring the nurse's assistance to meet the need
for sleep and rest?
a. client with severe mental illness
b. a client with a stomach ulcer
c. a client with a skin disorder
d. a client with a fracture on the non-dominant arm - (Correct Answer)-b. a client with a
stomach ulcer
What may happen to the family to the family when one of the family members suffers an illness?
a. more public display of affection
b. alterations of value and religious belief
c. changes in the roles for the client and family
d. increase resistance to stress - (Correct Answer)-c. changes in the roles for the client and
family
, 4
A nurse and a primary care provider inform a client that chemotherapy is recommended for the
diagnosis of cancer. What nursing action is most representative of the concept holistic approach?
a. offer to come to the client's home to provide needed physical care.
b. contact the client's spiritual adviser
c. inquire how this will affect other aspects of the client's life
d. provide the client with information about how to join a support group - (Correct Answer)-c.
inquire how this will affect other aspects of the client's life
A nurse is a member of a local support group that consels on relationship. Which client should
the nurse identify with the lowest priority to be concerned about meaningful relationships?
a. a person who volunteers in the community
b. a homeless person
c. a person with a fractured limb
d. a working professional - (Correct Answer)-b. a homeless person
A client has had a spine operation and cannot walk properly. Which is the highest prioritynursing
intervention to ensure that the client can resume daily activity?
a. administration of pain medication to relieve pain
b. provide a soothing backrub
c. encourage walking with help
d. suggest consultation with the primary care provider - (Correct Answer)-c. encourage
walking with help
A nurse is assigned to care for a client who has been rendered homeless by a hurricane. The
nurse is reviewing the nursing care plan for a client. Which levels of nursing intervention on the
nursing care plan is the highest priority for this client at this time? Select all that apply
a. physiologic
b. security and safety
c. self-esteem
