Galen NUR 170 Exam 2: (Latest 2026/2027 Update) Sensory
Perception, Communication, Documentation, Medications &
Therapeutic Relationships | Q&A Grade A
Complete Review: Sensory Deprivation/Overload, Vision/Hearing Impairments, Patient Handoff, Nursing Documentation,
Medication Administration & Alzheimer's Stages
SUBJECT SOURCE FORMAT
Foundations of Nursing / NUR 170 Galen Exam 2 Study Guide 2026/2027 Q&A Guide with Rationale
Q1
List five major factors that affect sensory function.
CORRECT ANSWER
Developmental level, culture, illness and medication, stress, personality and lifestyle
RATIONALE
• Developmental level influences sensory processing (infants vs older adults).
• Illness and medications can alter taste, vision, hearing, and smell.
• Stress and personality affect how individuals interpret and respond to sensory input.
Q2
How does sensory deprivation occur?
CORRECT ANSWER
Deficiency of meaningful stimuli in the person's environment
RATIONALE
• Sensory deprivation can result from bedrest, isolation, or monotonous environments (e.g., ICU).
• Signs: irritability, confusion, depression, hallucinations, delusions.
• Interventions: provide clocks, calendars, radio, TV, and frequent orientation.
, Q3
What are the signs of sensory deprivation?
CORRECT ANSWER
Irritability, confusion, reduced attention span, drowsiness, depression, preoccupation with somatic
complaints, delusions, hallucinations
RATIONALE
• Hallucinations can be visual, auditory, or tactile.
• Patients may become withdrawn or depressed.
• Early recognition prevents further deterioration.
Q4
How does sensory overload occur?
CORRECT ANSWER
Environmental or internal stimuli exceed the client's sensory system's ability to process
RATIONALE
• Common in ICU, pain, anxiety, or multiple monitor alarms.
• Signs: restlessness, anxiety, inability to concentrate, muscle tension, disorientation.
• Interventions: reduce noise, cluster care, provide quiet time.
Q5
Identify signs of sensory overload.
CORRECT ANSWER
Irritability, confusion, reduced attention span, decreased problem-solving, drowsiness, muscle tension,
anxiety, inability to concentrate, restlessness, disorientation
RATIONALE
• Patients may appear agitated or anxious.
• Task performance declines.
• Overload often coexists with sleep deprivation.
Perception, Communication, Documentation, Medications &
Therapeutic Relationships | Q&A Grade A
Complete Review: Sensory Deprivation/Overload, Vision/Hearing Impairments, Patient Handoff, Nursing Documentation,
Medication Administration & Alzheimer's Stages
SUBJECT SOURCE FORMAT
Foundations of Nursing / NUR 170 Galen Exam 2 Study Guide 2026/2027 Q&A Guide with Rationale
Q1
List five major factors that affect sensory function.
CORRECT ANSWER
Developmental level, culture, illness and medication, stress, personality and lifestyle
RATIONALE
• Developmental level influences sensory processing (infants vs older adults).
• Illness and medications can alter taste, vision, hearing, and smell.
• Stress and personality affect how individuals interpret and respond to sensory input.
Q2
How does sensory deprivation occur?
CORRECT ANSWER
Deficiency of meaningful stimuli in the person's environment
RATIONALE
• Sensory deprivation can result from bedrest, isolation, or monotonous environments (e.g., ICU).
• Signs: irritability, confusion, depression, hallucinations, delusions.
• Interventions: provide clocks, calendars, radio, TV, and frequent orientation.
, Q3
What are the signs of sensory deprivation?
CORRECT ANSWER
Irritability, confusion, reduced attention span, drowsiness, depression, preoccupation with somatic
complaints, delusions, hallucinations
RATIONALE
• Hallucinations can be visual, auditory, or tactile.
• Patients may become withdrawn or depressed.
• Early recognition prevents further deterioration.
Q4
How does sensory overload occur?
CORRECT ANSWER
Environmental or internal stimuli exceed the client's sensory system's ability to process
RATIONALE
• Common in ICU, pain, anxiety, or multiple monitor alarms.
• Signs: restlessness, anxiety, inability to concentrate, muscle tension, disorientation.
• Interventions: reduce noise, cluster care, provide quiet time.
Q5
Identify signs of sensory overload.
CORRECT ANSWER
Irritability, confusion, reduced attention span, decreased problem-solving, drowsiness, muscle tension,
anxiety, inability to concentrate, restlessness, disorientation
RATIONALE
• Patients may appear agitated or anxious.
• Task performance declines.
• Overload often coexists with sleep deprivation.
