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NSG 3130 EXAM 1 (GALEN) NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM|
NSG3130 FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS & SKILLS FOR NURSING
PRACTICE II EXAM 1 REVIEW WITH COMPLETE REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS/ ALREADY
GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW!!)
A nurse is assessing a newly admitted patient and wants to establish a
therapeutic relationship during the initial encounter. Which nursing
action is most appropriate?
A. Immediately provide detailed teaching about the patient's treatment
plan
B. Establish rapport, introduce oneself, and explain the nurse's role
C. Ask the patient to describe all previous medical problems
D. Limit communication until the physician completes the assessment
Answer: B
Rationale: Establishing rapport and explaining the nurse's role
promotes trust and creates a foundation for therapeutic
communication.
A patient tells the nurse, “I'm really scared about what is going to
happen to me.” Which response demonstrates therapeutic
communication?
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A. “Don't worry; everything will probably be fine.”
B. “You shouldn't be afraid because you're receiving good care.”
C. “What specifically about your situation is causing you to feel afraid?”
D. “Your family will be here soon, so you won't have to worry.”
Answer: C
Rationale: An open-ended question encourages the patient to express
concerns and allows the nurse to explore the source of anxiety.
When performing a nursing assessment, which information is
considered subjective data?
A. Blood pressure of 146/88 mm Hg
B. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths/min
C. Patient reports experiencing nausea
D. Oxygen saturation of 92%
Answer: C
Rationale: Subjective data are symptoms or experiences reported by
the patient, whereas measurable findings are objective data.
A nurse is preparing to assess a patient who reports severe abdominal
pain. Which assessment approach should the nurse use initially?
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A. Begin with the most painful area
B. Perform a complete head-to-toe assessment before addressing the
pain
C. Start with general observations and proceed systematically
D. Ask the patient to remain silent during the assessment
Answer: C
Rationale: A systematic assessment begins with general observations
and proceeds logically while prioritizing immediate concerns.
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient. Which action best
demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Making decisions based entirely on the nurse's preferences
B. Following the same care plan for every patient with the same
diagnosis
C. Incorporating the patient's preferences, values, and needs into care
planning
D. Allowing family members to make all healthcare decisions
Answer: C
Rationale: Patient-centered care incorporates the individual patient's
preferences, values, needs, and goals into care.
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A nurse is documenting an assessment finding. Which documentation is
most appropriate?
A. “Patient appears bad today.”
B. “Patient seems uncomfortable.”
C. “Patient reports abdominal pain rated 7/10.”
D. “Patient is probably experiencing severe pain.”
Answer: C
Rationale: Nursing documentation should be objective, specific,
measurable, and based on assessment findings or patient statements.
A patient refuses a prescribed medication after the nurse explains its
purpose and potential effects. What should the nurse do first?
A. Administer the medication because it was prescribed
B. Document the refusal and explore the patient's reason for refusing
C. Ask a family member to convince the patient to take it
D. Tell the patient that refusing treatment is unacceptable
Answer: B
NSG 3130 EXAM 1 (GALEN) NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM|
NSG3130 FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS & SKILLS FOR NURSING
PRACTICE II EXAM 1 REVIEW WITH COMPLETE REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS/ ALREADY
GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW!!)
A nurse is assessing a newly admitted patient and wants to establish a
therapeutic relationship during the initial encounter. Which nursing
action is most appropriate?
A. Immediately provide detailed teaching about the patient's treatment
plan
B. Establish rapport, introduce oneself, and explain the nurse's role
C. Ask the patient to describe all previous medical problems
D. Limit communication until the physician completes the assessment
Answer: B
Rationale: Establishing rapport and explaining the nurse's role
promotes trust and creates a foundation for therapeutic
communication.
A patient tells the nurse, “I'm really scared about what is going to
happen to me.” Which response demonstrates therapeutic
communication?
,2|Page
A. “Don't worry; everything will probably be fine.”
B. “You shouldn't be afraid because you're receiving good care.”
C. “What specifically about your situation is causing you to feel afraid?”
D. “Your family will be here soon, so you won't have to worry.”
Answer: C
Rationale: An open-ended question encourages the patient to express
concerns and allows the nurse to explore the source of anxiety.
When performing a nursing assessment, which information is
considered subjective data?
A. Blood pressure of 146/88 mm Hg
B. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths/min
C. Patient reports experiencing nausea
D. Oxygen saturation of 92%
Answer: C
Rationale: Subjective data are symptoms or experiences reported by
the patient, whereas measurable findings are objective data.
A nurse is preparing to assess a patient who reports severe abdominal
pain. Which assessment approach should the nurse use initially?
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A. Begin with the most painful area
B. Perform a complete head-to-toe assessment before addressing the
pain
C. Start with general observations and proceed systematically
D. Ask the patient to remain silent during the assessment
Answer: C
Rationale: A systematic assessment begins with general observations
and proceeds logically while prioritizing immediate concerns.
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient. Which action best
demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Making decisions based entirely on the nurse's preferences
B. Following the same care plan for every patient with the same
diagnosis
C. Incorporating the patient's preferences, values, and needs into care
planning
D. Allowing family members to make all healthcare decisions
Answer: C
Rationale: Patient-centered care incorporates the individual patient's
preferences, values, needs, and goals into care.
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A nurse is documenting an assessment finding. Which documentation is
most appropriate?
A. “Patient appears bad today.”
B. “Patient seems uncomfortable.”
C. “Patient reports abdominal pain rated 7/10.”
D. “Patient is probably experiencing severe pain.”
Answer: C
Rationale: Nursing documentation should be objective, specific,
measurable, and based on assessment findings or patient statements.
A patient refuses a prescribed medication after the nurse explains its
purpose and potential effects. What should the nurse do first?
A. Administer the medication because it was prescribed
B. Document the refusal and explore the patient's reason for refusing
C. Ask a family member to convince the patient to take it
D. Tell the patient that refusing treatment is unacceptable
Answer: B
