NUR 160 Fundamental Concepts of Practical Nursing II
Hondros College NUR 160 Final
Comprehensive Predictor Exam 2026
Update: Complied From Real Exam
(solved)
What to avoid when caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis?
pillows under knees
compartment syndrome
Swelling in a confined space that produces dangerous pressure; may cut off blood flow or damage
sensitive tissue.
7 ps to monitor for compartment syndrome
1. pain
2. pallor (color)
3. paresthesia (numbness)
4. paralysis (loss of muscle function)
5. polar (cold temperature)
6. puffiness (edema)
7. pulselessness
medications that may progress osteoporosis
steroids
anti-convulsants
immunosuppressant therapies
heparin
Post-Op Hip Replacement
knee high antiembolism stockings
neurovascular checks every hour for 24 hours, then every 2 hours for the next 24 hours, then every 4
hours
, NUR 160 Fundamental Concepts of Practical Nursing II
IS every 2-4 hours
CDB every 2 hours
pain management
use abduction pillow while positioning and in bed
(do not position patient on operative side)
bed rest for 24 hours (educate pt to do quadricep exercises)
avoid hyperflexion of hip
limit sitting up in chair to 2-3 times daily for 10-15 min each time for the first week, then 20-30 minutes
4 times daily
avoid leaning forward and bending
cast care priority
assess and monitor circulation distal to cast
Penile cancer risk factors
men 50 years of age or older, poor hygiene, uncircumcised, history of STI's, multiple partners
Post op preventative measures...
IS, CDB (while splinting), leg exercises, ambulate ASAP, assistive devices, monitor I & Os, monitor wound
healing, timely pain management
Drug Schedules I-V
Schedule I: street drugs with no medical use.
Schedule II: narcotics approved for medical use. Opiod analgesics/Adderall, Ritalin
Schedule III: anabolic steroids, low dose codeine, hormone supplements.
Schedule IV: benzodiazepines, sleeping mediactions
Schedule V: cough suppressants, anti-diarrheal, anti-vomiting medications
Diabetic foot care
Hondros College NUR 160 Final
Comprehensive Predictor Exam 2026
Update: Complied From Real Exam
(solved)
What to avoid when caring for patients with rheumatoid arthritis?
pillows under knees
compartment syndrome
Swelling in a confined space that produces dangerous pressure; may cut off blood flow or damage
sensitive tissue.
7 ps to monitor for compartment syndrome
1. pain
2. pallor (color)
3. paresthesia (numbness)
4. paralysis (loss of muscle function)
5. polar (cold temperature)
6. puffiness (edema)
7. pulselessness
medications that may progress osteoporosis
steroids
anti-convulsants
immunosuppressant therapies
heparin
Post-Op Hip Replacement
knee high antiembolism stockings
neurovascular checks every hour for 24 hours, then every 2 hours for the next 24 hours, then every 4
hours
, NUR 160 Fundamental Concepts of Practical Nursing II
IS every 2-4 hours
CDB every 2 hours
pain management
use abduction pillow while positioning and in bed
(do not position patient on operative side)
bed rest for 24 hours (educate pt to do quadricep exercises)
avoid hyperflexion of hip
limit sitting up in chair to 2-3 times daily for 10-15 min each time for the first week, then 20-30 minutes
4 times daily
avoid leaning forward and bending
cast care priority
assess and monitor circulation distal to cast
Penile cancer risk factors
men 50 years of age or older, poor hygiene, uncircumcised, history of STI's, multiple partners
Post op preventative measures...
IS, CDB (while splinting), leg exercises, ambulate ASAP, assistive devices, monitor I & Os, monitor wound
healing, timely pain management
Drug Schedules I-V
Schedule I: street drugs with no medical use.
Schedule II: narcotics approved for medical use. Opiod analgesics/Adderall, Ritalin
Schedule III: anabolic steroids, low dose codeine, hormone supplements.
Schedule IV: benzodiazepines, sleeping mediactions
Schedule V: cough suppressants, anti-diarrheal, anti-vomiting medications
Diabetic foot care
