NSG 3160 EXAM 1 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2027 EXAM
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NSG 3160 Exam 1 Questions
& Answers 2026-2027
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79 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 79 questions with their correct answers and explanatory rationales. It covers
fundamental nursing assessment techniques and concepts. This resource is directly suitable for students
preparing for exams, reviewing course material, and reinforcing their understanding of essential nursing
principles.
CONTENTS
01 Health Assessment Fundamentals Q1–Q17
02 Cultural Competence & Communication Q18–Q37
03 Abuse & Violence Assessment Q38–Q49
04 Physical Examination Techniques Q50–Q59
05 General Survey & Vital Signs Q60–Q79
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, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 79
What type of database is most appropriate when the rapid collection of data is required and often compiled
concurrently with lifesaving measures?
a. Complete
b. Focused
c. Follow-up
d. Emergency
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Emergency
An emergency database includes the rapid collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving
measures. A focused database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one
problem, one cue complex, or one body system. A follow-up database is used to follow up on short-term or
chronic health problems; the statuses of identified problems are evaluated at regular and appropriate intervals.
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full physical examination; it describes the
current and past health state and forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 79
A nurse precepting a student nurse asks, "What's the most important step in the critical-thinking process?"
a. Clustering subjective and objective data
b. Analyzing health data
c. Using evidence-based assessment techniques
d. Prioritizing health concerns
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Using evidence-based assessment techniques
Evidence-based techniques are supported by research showing effectiveness of the technique that provides
the safest and most current techniques to promote the health of patients. Clustering subjective and objective
data is a step in the critical-thinking process, but is not the most important step. Analyzing health data is a step
in the critical-thinking process, but is not the most important step. Prioritizing health concerns is a step in the
critical-thinking process, but is not the most important step.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 79
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,What type of database is most appropriate for an individual who is admitted to a long-term care facility?
a. Focused
b. Complete
c. Emergency
d. Follow-up
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Complete
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full physical examination; it describes the
current and past health state and forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured. A focused
database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one problem, one cue complex,
or one body system. A follow-up database is used to follow up on short-term or chronic health problems; the
statuses of identified problems are evaluated at regular and appropriate intervals. An emergency database
includes a rapid collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 79
Which of the following is an example of objective data?
a. A sore throat
b. An earache
c. Alert and oriented
d. Dizziness
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Alert and oriented
Objective data is what the health professional observes; level of consciousness and orientation are
observations. Subjective data is what the person says about himself or herself during history taking.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 79
Which of the following is an example of subjective data?
a. Blood glucose 126 md/dL
b. Pain rated at 7 out of 10
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, c. Heart rate of 76 bpm
d. Bruising on lower leg
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Pain rated at 7 out of 10
Subjective data is what the patient says about himself or herself during history taking. Objective data is what
the health professional observes by inspecting, percussing, palpating, and auscultating during the physical
examination. Blood glucose is measured by using a drop of blood placed on a test strip in a glucometer.
Bruising is assessed by inspection. Heart rate is assessed by palpation of the radial artery or auscultated with a
stethoscope when listening to heart sounds.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 79
A complete database is
a. used to collect data rapidly and is often compiled concurrently with lifesaving measures.
b. used to evaluate the cause or etiology of disease.
c. used for a limited or short-term problem usually consisting of one problem, one cue complex, or one body
system.
d. used to perform a thorough or comprehensive health history and physical examination.
CORRECT ANSWER
d. used to perform a thorough or comprehensive health history and physical examination.
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full physical examination; it describes the
current and past health state and forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured. An
emergency database is a rapid collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures. A
focused database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one problem, one cue
complex, or one body system. Medical diagnoses are used to evaluate the cause or etiology of the disease.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 79
A patient admitted to the hospital with asthma has the following problems identified based on an admission
health history and physical assessment. Which problem is a first-level priority?
a. Ineffective self-health management
b. Impaired gas exchange
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NSG 3160 Exam 1 Questions
& Answers 2026-2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
79 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 79 questions with their correct answers and explanatory rationales. It covers
fundamental nursing assessment techniques and concepts. This resource is directly suitable for students
preparing for exams, reviewing course material, and reinforcing their understanding of essential nursing
principles.
CONTENTS
01 Health Assessment Fundamentals Q1–Q17
02 Cultural Competence & Communication Q18–Q37
03 Abuse & Violence Assessment Q38–Q49
04 Physical Examination Techniques Q50–Q59
05 General Survey & Vital Signs Q60–Q79
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 79
What type of database is most appropriate when the rapid collection of data is required and often compiled
concurrently with lifesaving measures?
a. Complete
b. Focused
c. Follow-up
d. Emergency
CORRECT ANSWER
d. Emergency
An emergency database includes the rapid collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving
measures. A focused database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one
problem, one cue complex, or one body system. A follow-up database is used to follow up on short-term or
chronic health problems; the statuses of identified problems are evaluated at regular and appropriate intervals.
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full physical examination; it describes the
current and past health state and forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 79
A nurse precepting a student nurse asks, "What's the most important step in the critical-thinking process?"
a. Clustering subjective and objective data
b. Analyzing health data
c. Using evidence-based assessment techniques
d. Prioritizing health concerns
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Using evidence-based assessment techniques
Evidence-based techniques are supported by research showing effectiveness of the technique that provides
the safest and most current techniques to promote the health of patients. Clustering subjective and objective
data is a step in the critical-thinking process, but is not the most important step. Analyzing health data is a step
in the critical-thinking process, but is not the most important step. Prioritizing health concerns is a step in the
critical-thinking process, but is not the most important step.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 79
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,What type of database is most appropriate for an individual who is admitted to a long-term care facility?
a. Focused
b. Complete
c. Emergency
d. Follow-up
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Complete
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full physical examination; it describes the
current and past health state and forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured. A focused
database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one problem, one cue complex,
or one body system. A follow-up database is used to follow up on short-term or chronic health problems; the
statuses of identified problems are evaluated at regular and appropriate intervals. An emergency database
includes a rapid collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 79
Which of the following is an example of objective data?
a. A sore throat
b. An earache
c. Alert and oriented
d. Dizziness
CORRECT ANSWER
c. Alert and oriented
Objective data is what the health professional observes; level of consciousness and orientation are
observations. Subjective data is what the person says about himself or herself during history taking.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 79
Which of the following is an example of subjective data?
a. Blood glucose 126 md/dL
b. Pain rated at 7 out of 10
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, c. Heart rate of 76 bpm
d. Bruising on lower leg
CORRECT ANSWER
b. Pain rated at 7 out of 10
Subjective data is what the patient says about himself or herself during history taking. Objective data is what
the health professional observes by inspecting, percussing, palpating, and auscultating during the physical
examination. Blood glucose is measured by using a drop of blood placed on a test strip in a glucometer.
Bruising is assessed by inspection. Heart rate is assessed by palpation of the radial artery or auscultated with a
stethoscope when listening to heart sounds.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 79
A complete database is
a. used to collect data rapidly and is often compiled concurrently with lifesaving measures.
b. used to evaluate the cause or etiology of disease.
c. used for a limited or short-term problem usually consisting of one problem, one cue complex, or one body
system.
d. used to perform a thorough or comprehensive health history and physical examination.
CORRECT ANSWER
d. used to perform a thorough or comprehensive health history and physical examination.
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full physical examination; it describes the
current and past health state and forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured. An
emergency database is a rapid collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures. A
focused database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one problem, one cue
complex, or one body system. Medical diagnoses are used to evaluate the cause or etiology of the disease.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 79
A patient admitted to the hospital with asthma has the following problems identified based on an admission
health history and physical assessment. Which problem is a first-level priority?
a. Ineffective self-health management
b. Impaired gas exchange
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