CARDIAC CATH LAB RN A PROPHECY RELIAS COMPREHENSIVE EXAM SCRIPT
COMPLETE QUESTIONS VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
Cardiac CATH LAB RN A Prophecy Relias
Comprehensive Examination Questions and Answers
Verified Solutions Latest Update 2026/2027
Question:
Your post-op patient has a Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain in place. How do you ensure effective drain
function?
Answer:
Compress the drain, then plug the bulb to establish suction
Question:
Your male patient complains of discomfort while inflating the balloon during insertion of an
indwelling urinary catheter. What would be the MOST appropriate action?
Answer:
Deflate the balloon, advance the catheter further, then reinflate the balloon
Question:
Your patient has symptomatic anemia but is refusing a blood transfusion for religious reason. What
is an appropriate response?
Answer:
Respect his wishes and notify the provider
Question:
Your patient is admitted with diverticulitis. What type of diet do you expect to be ordered for the
patient?
Answer:
broth, jello, soft fruit no skin,
,Question:
You were hired to work the medical unit and when you arrive at work the charge nurse has assigned
you to the post-surgical unit since they are understaffed. Which is the MOST appropriate action?
Answer:
Report to the post-surgical unit.
Question:
What is a proton pump inhibitor, such as pantoprazole (Protonix) used for?
Answer:
Acid Reduction
Question:
Which adaptive equipment would be MOST appropriate to use for a severely contracted patient who
is unable to bear weight when transferring from the bed to the chair?
Answer:
Patient lift (e.g., Hoyer)
Question:
Which tool should you use to assess pain in you 80-year-old patient with severe dementia?
Answer:
PAINAD scale
Question:
Your patient is admitted from the ED with failure to thrive and advanced dementia. You note he is
extremely underweight, appears unbathed for some time, and has a stage 4 pressure injury to his
coccyx. You were told in report that he lives at home with family members. What should you do?
Answer:
, Notify the charge nurse and social worker of your concerns.
Question:
Your 85-year-old patient with atrial fibrillation fell at home 3 days ago. You notice she has been
having several episodes of acute confusion since being admitted to your unit. What is the MOST
important order you should anticipate from the provider?
Answer:
Stat CT of head
Question:
Your patient has a temp of 102.3 F, HR 122, and has had 15 mL of urine from the indwelling
urinary catheter in the last 2 hours. What is your patient MOST likely experiencing.
Answer:
Sepsis
Question:
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is applied prior to entering a room for a patient
with C. diff?
Answer:
Gown and gloves
Question:
Your patient continues to pull at their IV site located in their left forearm despite verbal reminders
and increased observation. The nursing assistant recommends using soft mitt restraints on the
patient. What is your recommendation?
Answer:
Request an order for soft mitts as they are the least restrictive
COMPLETE QUESTIONS VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
Cardiac CATH LAB RN A Prophecy Relias
Comprehensive Examination Questions and Answers
Verified Solutions Latest Update 2026/2027
Question:
Your post-op patient has a Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain in place. How do you ensure effective drain
function?
Answer:
Compress the drain, then plug the bulb to establish suction
Question:
Your male patient complains of discomfort while inflating the balloon during insertion of an
indwelling urinary catheter. What would be the MOST appropriate action?
Answer:
Deflate the balloon, advance the catheter further, then reinflate the balloon
Question:
Your patient has symptomatic anemia but is refusing a blood transfusion for religious reason. What
is an appropriate response?
Answer:
Respect his wishes and notify the provider
Question:
Your patient is admitted with diverticulitis. What type of diet do you expect to be ordered for the
patient?
Answer:
broth, jello, soft fruit no skin,
,Question:
You were hired to work the medical unit and when you arrive at work the charge nurse has assigned
you to the post-surgical unit since they are understaffed. Which is the MOST appropriate action?
Answer:
Report to the post-surgical unit.
Question:
What is a proton pump inhibitor, such as pantoprazole (Protonix) used for?
Answer:
Acid Reduction
Question:
Which adaptive equipment would be MOST appropriate to use for a severely contracted patient who
is unable to bear weight when transferring from the bed to the chair?
Answer:
Patient lift (e.g., Hoyer)
Question:
Which tool should you use to assess pain in you 80-year-old patient with severe dementia?
Answer:
PAINAD scale
Question:
Your patient is admitted from the ED with failure to thrive and advanced dementia. You note he is
extremely underweight, appears unbathed for some time, and has a stage 4 pressure injury to his
coccyx. You were told in report that he lives at home with family members. What should you do?
Answer:
, Notify the charge nurse and social worker of your concerns.
Question:
Your 85-year-old patient with atrial fibrillation fell at home 3 days ago. You notice she has been
having several episodes of acute confusion since being admitted to your unit. What is the MOST
important order you should anticipate from the provider?
Answer:
Stat CT of head
Question:
Your patient has a temp of 102.3 F, HR 122, and has had 15 mL of urine from the indwelling
urinary catheter in the last 2 hours. What is your patient MOST likely experiencing.
Answer:
Sepsis
Question:
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is applied prior to entering a room for a patient
with C. diff?
Answer:
Gown and gloves
Question:
Your patient continues to pull at their IV site located in their left forearm despite verbal reminders
and increased observation. The nursing assistant recommends using soft mitt restraints on the
patient. What is your recommendation?
Answer:
Request an order for soft mitts as they are the least restrictive
