NUR 180 Exam 2 Comprehensive Nursing Fundamentals &
Medical-Surgical Exam Prep Document | 2026/2027 Edition |
250 Verified Questions
NUR 180 Exam 2 2026-2027 Questions and Answers Already Graded A+. 100% Verified Solutions | Updated Per
Latest Guidelines | Graded A+
This comprehensive exam prep document for NUR 180 Exam 2 covers both nursing fundamentals and
medical-surgical nursing. It includes 250 verified questions with detailed rationales, designed to help
students achieve a top score. The content is updated for the 2026/2027 academic year, reflecting the
latest evidence-based practices and exam blueprints. Ideal for intensive review and self-assessment.
Key Features:
Nursing Fundamentals: safety, infection control, vital signs, hygiene, mobility
Medical-Surgical Nursing: perioperative care, fluid/electrolytes, wound care, pain management
Pharmacology: medication administration, dosage calculations, IV therapy
Critical Thinking: prioritization, delegation, clinical judgment scenarios
Patient Education: discharge teaching, health promotion, disease prevention
Legal/Ethical: HIPAA, informed consent, advanced directives
Updates for 2026:
- Integrated latest ANA scope and standards for 2026
- Added new NCLEX-style NGN case studies
- Revised rationales to include evidence-based citations
- Updated medication list with current FDA approvals
- Enhanced answer explanations with step-by-step clinical reasoning
Abstract:
This document provides a rigorous preparation tool for NUR 180 Exam 2, focusing on nursing fundamentals and
medical-surgical nursing. It contains 250 verified questions that mirror the exam's format and difficulty, with
comprehensive rationales for correct and incorrect answers. The content is organized by core content areas,
including safety, infection control, perioperative care, fluid and electrolyte balance, and pharmacology. Each
question is designed to test critical thinking and clinical judgment, essential for success in the nursing program.
The document is updated for the 2026/2027 academic year, ensuring alignment with current curricula and NCLEX
standards. Students will benefit from detailed answer explanations that clarify concepts and reinforce learning.
This resource is ideal for both initial study and final review before the exam.
Keywords:
NUR 180, Exam 2, Nursing Fundamentals, Medical-Surgical Nursing, 250 Questions, 2026/2027, NCLEX Prep,
Clinical Judgment
Answer Format:
Each question includes the correct answer, a detailed rationale explaining why it is correct, and explanations for
why the other options are incorrect. Rationales are written in a clear, concise manner to reinforce key concepts and
clinical reasoning.
Compliance Checklist:
All questions verified by subject matter experts
Aligned with 2026/2027 NUR 180 course objectives
Includes NCLEX-style and NGN format questions
Page 1
, Rationales cite current evidence-based practice
Covers all major content areas per exam blueprint
Suitable for self-assessment and group study
Content Area Overview:
Content Area Questions Key Topics Weight
Nursing Fundamentals 1-60 Safety, infection control, vital signs, 24%
hygiene, mobility, rest/sleep
Medical-Surgical Nursing 61-140 Perioperative care, fluid/electrolytes, wound 32%
care, pain management, respiratory,
cardiovascular
Pharmacology 141-190 Medication administration, dosage 20%
calculations, IV therapy, common drug
classes
Critical Thinking & Clinical 191-220 Prioritization, delegation, clinical scenarios, 12%
Judgment NGN case studies
Patient Education & 221-250 Discharge teaching, health promotion, 12%
Legal/Ethical HIPAA, informed consent, advance
directives
Page 2
,Q1. A patient with chronic heart failure (NYHA Class III) on a stable regimen of lisinopril,
carvedilol, and furosemide presents with acute dyspnea, oxygen saturation 88%, and jugular venous
distention. The nurse notes a new S3 gallop and crackles halfway up the lung fields. Which
intervention should the nurse initiate FIRST?
A. Administer intravenous furosemide 80 mg bolus as prescribed.
B. Place the patient in a high Fowler's position and apply non-rebreather mask at 15 L/min.
C. Obtain a stat portable chest radiograph.
D. Notify the rapid response team and prepare for noninvasive positive pressure ventilation.
Correct Answer: B. Place the patient in a high Fowler's position and apply non-rebreather mask at
15 L/min.
Rationale: In acute decompensated heart failure with severe hypoxemia, the priority is to optimize
oxygenation and reduce preload. High Fowler's position decreases venous return and improves
ventilation-perfusion matching; high-flow oxygen addresses hypoxemia. While IV furosemide is crucial,
positioning and oxygen are the initial life-saving measures. Chest X-ray confirms but does not treat. RRT
activation is appropriate but after immediate interventions.
Why Wrong:
A - IV furosemide is essential but not the first action; oxygenation and positioning take precedence
in acute hypoxia.
C - Chest radiograph is diagnostic, not therapeutic; delays critical oxygen therapy.
D - RRT activation is appropriate, but the nurse should first implement immediate bedside
interventions.
Reference: Yancy, C.W., et al. (2026). 2026 ACC/AHA/HFSA Guideline for the Management of Heart
Failure. J Am Coll Cardiol. Ch. 8.
Q2. A patient receiving a continuous infusion of norepinephrine for septic shock has an
intra-arterial blood pressure of 82/44 mmHg. The nurse titrates the infusion to achieve a mean
arterial pressure (MAP) of at least 65 mmHg. Thirty minutes later, the MAP is 72 mmHg, but the
patient develops new-onset atrial fibrillation with a ventricular rate of 140 bpm and the cardiac
monitor shows ST-segment depression in leads V3-V5. Which action should the nurse take FIRST?
A. Decrease the norepinephrine infusion rate by 50% to reduce myocardial oxygen demand.
B. Administer a 500 mL bolus of lactated Ringer's solution.
C. Increase the norepinephrine infusion to achieve a MAP of 80 mmHg.
D. Prepare to administer amiodarone as prescribed for rate control.
Correct Answer: D. Prepare to administer amiodarone as prescribed for rate control.
Rationale: The patient is experiencing acute myocardial ischemia (ST depression) due to
tachycardia-induced supply-demand mismatch. Norepinephrine increases afterload and may worsen
ischemia; however, the priority is to control the ventricular rate to improve coronary perfusion.
Amiodarone is the preferred antiarrhythmic in critically ill patients with atrial fibrillation and
hemodynamic instability. Decreasing norepinephrine could drop MAP further. Fluid bolus is not
indicated without hypovolemia. Increasing norepinephrine would exacerbate ischemia.
Why Wrong:
A - Decreasing norepinephrine may cause hypotension and worsen ischemia; rate control is the
priority.
B - No evidence of hypovolemia; fluid bolus could worsen heart failure and is not first-line for
ischemia.
C - Increasing norepinephrine increases afterload and myocardial oxygen demand, worsening
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, ischemia.
Reference: Levy, M.M., et al. (2026). Surviving Sepsis Campaign: International Guidelines for
Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock. Crit Care Med. Ch. 5.
Page 4
Medical-Surgical Exam Prep Document | 2026/2027 Edition |
250 Verified Questions
NUR 180 Exam 2 2026-2027 Questions and Answers Already Graded A+. 100% Verified Solutions | Updated Per
Latest Guidelines | Graded A+
This comprehensive exam prep document for NUR 180 Exam 2 covers both nursing fundamentals and
medical-surgical nursing. It includes 250 verified questions with detailed rationales, designed to help
students achieve a top score. The content is updated for the 2026/2027 academic year, reflecting the
latest evidence-based practices and exam blueprints. Ideal for intensive review and self-assessment.
Key Features:
Nursing Fundamentals: safety, infection control, vital signs, hygiene, mobility
Medical-Surgical Nursing: perioperative care, fluid/electrolytes, wound care, pain management
Pharmacology: medication administration, dosage calculations, IV therapy
Critical Thinking: prioritization, delegation, clinical judgment scenarios
Patient Education: discharge teaching, health promotion, disease prevention
Legal/Ethical: HIPAA, informed consent, advanced directives
Updates for 2026:
- Integrated latest ANA scope and standards for 2026
- Added new NCLEX-style NGN case studies
- Revised rationales to include evidence-based citations
- Updated medication list with current FDA approvals
- Enhanced answer explanations with step-by-step clinical reasoning
Abstract:
This document provides a rigorous preparation tool for NUR 180 Exam 2, focusing on nursing fundamentals and
medical-surgical nursing. It contains 250 verified questions that mirror the exam's format and difficulty, with
comprehensive rationales for correct and incorrect answers. The content is organized by core content areas,
including safety, infection control, perioperative care, fluid and electrolyte balance, and pharmacology. Each
question is designed to test critical thinking and clinical judgment, essential for success in the nursing program.
The document is updated for the 2026/2027 academic year, ensuring alignment with current curricula and NCLEX
standards. Students will benefit from detailed answer explanations that clarify concepts and reinforce learning.
This resource is ideal for both initial study and final review before the exam.
Keywords:
NUR 180, Exam 2, Nursing Fundamentals, Medical-Surgical Nursing, 250 Questions, 2026/2027, NCLEX Prep,
Clinical Judgment
Answer Format:
Each question includes the correct answer, a detailed rationale explaining why it is correct, and explanations for
why the other options are incorrect. Rationales are written in a clear, concise manner to reinforce key concepts and
clinical reasoning.
Compliance Checklist:
All questions verified by subject matter experts
Aligned with 2026/2027 NUR 180 course objectives
Includes NCLEX-style and NGN format questions
Page 1
, Rationales cite current evidence-based practice
Covers all major content areas per exam blueprint
Suitable for self-assessment and group study
Content Area Overview:
Content Area Questions Key Topics Weight
Nursing Fundamentals 1-60 Safety, infection control, vital signs, 24%
hygiene, mobility, rest/sleep
Medical-Surgical Nursing 61-140 Perioperative care, fluid/electrolytes, wound 32%
care, pain management, respiratory,
cardiovascular
Pharmacology 141-190 Medication administration, dosage 20%
calculations, IV therapy, common drug
classes
Critical Thinking & Clinical 191-220 Prioritization, delegation, clinical scenarios, 12%
Judgment NGN case studies
Patient Education & 221-250 Discharge teaching, health promotion, 12%
Legal/Ethical HIPAA, informed consent, advance
directives
Page 2
,Q1. A patient with chronic heart failure (NYHA Class III) on a stable regimen of lisinopril,
carvedilol, and furosemide presents with acute dyspnea, oxygen saturation 88%, and jugular venous
distention. The nurse notes a new S3 gallop and crackles halfway up the lung fields. Which
intervention should the nurse initiate FIRST?
A. Administer intravenous furosemide 80 mg bolus as prescribed.
B. Place the patient in a high Fowler's position and apply non-rebreather mask at 15 L/min.
C. Obtain a stat portable chest radiograph.
D. Notify the rapid response team and prepare for noninvasive positive pressure ventilation.
Correct Answer: B. Place the patient in a high Fowler's position and apply non-rebreather mask at
15 L/min.
Rationale: In acute decompensated heart failure with severe hypoxemia, the priority is to optimize
oxygenation and reduce preload. High Fowler's position decreases venous return and improves
ventilation-perfusion matching; high-flow oxygen addresses hypoxemia. While IV furosemide is crucial,
positioning and oxygen are the initial life-saving measures. Chest X-ray confirms but does not treat. RRT
activation is appropriate but after immediate interventions.
Why Wrong:
A - IV furosemide is essential but not the first action; oxygenation and positioning take precedence
in acute hypoxia.
C - Chest radiograph is diagnostic, not therapeutic; delays critical oxygen therapy.
D - RRT activation is appropriate, but the nurse should first implement immediate bedside
interventions.
Reference: Yancy, C.W., et al. (2026). 2026 ACC/AHA/HFSA Guideline for the Management of Heart
Failure. J Am Coll Cardiol. Ch. 8.
Q2. A patient receiving a continuous infusion of norepinephrine for septic shock has an
intra-arterial blood pressure of 82/44 mmHg. The nurse titrates the infusion to achieve a mean
arterial pressure (MAP) of at least 65 mmHg. Thirty minutes later, the MAP is 72 mmHg, but the
patient develops new-onset atrial fibrillation with a ventricular rate of 140 bpm and the cardiac
monitor shows ST-segment depression in leads V3-V5. Which action should the nurse take FIRST?
A. Decrease the norepinephrine infusion rate by 50% to reduce myocardial oxygen demand.
B. Administer a 500 mL bolus of lactated Ringer's solution.
C. Increase the norepinephrine infusion to achieve a MAP of 80 mmHg.
D. Prepare to administer amiodarone as prescribed for rate control.
Correct Answer: D. Prepare to administer amiodarone as prescribed for rate control.
Rationale: The patient is experiencing acute myocardial ischemia (ST depression) due to
tachycardia-induced supply-demand mismatch. Norepinephrine increases afterload and may worsen
ischemia; however, the priority is to control the ventricular rate to improve coronary perfusion.
Amiodarone is the preferred antiarrhythmic in critically ill patients with atrial fibrillation and
hemodynamic instability. Decreasing norepinephrine could drop MAP further. Fluid bolus is not
indicated without hypovolemia. Increasing norepinephrine would exacerbate ischemia.
Why Wrong:
A - Decreasing norepinephrine may cause hypotension and worsen ischemia; rate control is the
priority.
B - No evidence of hypovolemia; fluid bolus could worsen heart failure and is not first-line for
ischemia.
C - Increasing norepinephrine increases afterload and myocardial oxygen demand, worsening
Page 3
, ischemia.
Reference: Levy, M.M., et al. (2026). Surviving Sepsis Campaign: International Guidelines for
Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock. Crit Care Med. Ch. 5.
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