Foundations of Nursing EXAM
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Description
This comprehensive 200-question MCQ revision set covers all major topics tested
on NUR155 Exam 4 at Galen University. It includes fundamentals of nursing, patient
safety, infection control, vital signs, medication
administration, documentation, fluid and electrolyte balance, perioperative
care, wound care, ** oxygenation**, nutrition, elimination, mobility, pain
management, end-of-life care, and nursing process. Each question includes the
correct answer marked with ✅ for rapid revision.
Keywords
NUR155, NUR 155, Exam 4, Foundations of Nursing, Galen University, nursing
fundamentals, patient safety, infection control, vital signs, medication administration,
documentation, fluid and electrolytes, perioperative nursing, wound care, oxygenation,
,nutrition, elimination, mobility, pain management, end-of-life care, nursing process,
NCLEX review, 2026, 2027.
Questions and Answers
Patient Safety
1. What is the primary goal of patient safety in nursing?
A) Reduce hospital costs
B) Prevent harm and promote quality care ✅
C) Increase nurse workload
D) Speed up discharge
2. Which is a common risk factor for falls in older adults?
A) Strong muscle strength
B) Impaired mobility ✅
C) Normal vision
D) Good balance
3. What should a nurse do first when a patient falls?
A) Move the patient immediately
B) Assess for injury ✅
C) Leave the patient alone
D) Document later
4. Which restraint is used for a patient who is confused and trying to climb out of
bed?
A) Wrist restraint
B) Vest restraint ✅
,C) Belt restraint
D) Limb restraint
5. How often should a nurse assess a patient in restraints?
A) Every 15 minutes
B) Every 2 hours ✅
C) Every 4 hours
D) Once per shift
6. What is a key nursing intervention to prevent falls?
A) Keep bed rails down
B) Use a bed alarm ✅
C) Dim the lights
D) Restrict fluids
7. Which patient is at highest risk for injury?
A) Patient with dementia ✅
B) Patient with a sprained ankle
C) Patient with a cold
D) Patient with mild anxiety
8. What is the purpose of a safety checklist?
A) Increase documentation
B) Ensure consistent safety measures ✅
C) Replace nursing judgment
D) Reduce patient interaction
9. Which action demonstrates proper body mechanics?
A) Twisting at the waist
B) Bending at the knees ✅
C) Reaching over the bed
D) Lifting with the back
, 10. What is a sentinel event?
A) A minor incident
B) An unexpected event causing death or serious harm ✅
C) A routine procedure
D) A near miss
Infection Control
11. What is the most effective way to prevent infection?
A) Antibiotics
B) Hand hygiene ✅
C) Isolation
D) Vaccination
12. Which type of isolation requires a negative pressure room?
A) Contact
B) Droplet
C) Airborne ✅
D) Standard
13. What PPE is required for contact isolation?
A) Gloves and gown ✅
B) Mask and goggles
C) N95 respirator
D) Face shield only
14. When should hand hygiene be performed?
A) Before patient contact ✅
B) Only after procedures
C) Once per shift
D) Only when visible dirt