NSG 300 EXAM 1 2026 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS FOUNDATIONS OF
NURSING STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE EXAM
AND DETAILED RATIONALES
what are some methods for providing basic care and comfort to clients? -
CORRECT ANSWER-encouraging health promotion (exercise, healthy
diet, relaxation)
basic needs (O2, nutrition, temperature)
maintain proper body mechanics (posture and alignment
assistive devices for walking (cane)
what side of the body should the cane be on - CORRECT ANSWER-
stronger side
direct route - CORRECT ANSWER-person-to-person (fecal,oral) physical
contact between source and susceptible host
indirect route - CORRECT ANSWER-personal contact of susceptible host
with contaminates inanimate object
droplet route - CORRECT ANSWER-infected person coughs/sneezes,
creating droplets that carry germs (w/in 6 feet)
,airborne route - CORRECT ANSWER-organisms are carried droplet nuclei
to residue or evaporated droplets suspended in air
vehicle route - CORRECT ANSWER-contaminated items, water, drugs,
solutions, blood, food
vector route - CORRECT ANSWER-external mechanical transfer (flies)
internal transmission (mosquito, flea, tick)
Barrier precautions - CORRECT ANSWER-•include the appropriate use of
PPE such as gowns, gloves, masks, eyewear, and other protective devices or
clothing.
Contact precautions PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-gown and gloves
Droplet precautions PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-a surgical mask when
within 3 feet of the patient, proper hand hygiene, and some dedicated-care
equipment.
Airborne precautions PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-negative air flow room
(airborne infection isolation room)
N95 respirator
Protective environment PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-a specialized room
with positive airflow.
, what is the appropriate technique to maintain safe client handling? -
CORRECT ANSWER-widen base of support
increase balance by bringing center of gravity closer to base of support
safe patient handling and mobility (SPHM) - CORRECT ANSWER-
improved assessment, use of mechanical equipment and safety procedures
to lift and move patients
what is the importance of proper positioning and movement for promoting
clients comfort? - CORRECT ANSWER-proper positioning and placing
them in correct body alignment can help reduce pressure risks
movement is important because immobility can cause many systemic
effects
Metabolic System: Effects of Immobility - CORRECT ANSWER-endocrine
(homeostasis is usual function, can decrease wound healing)
calcium absorption (hypercalcemia)
GI function (constipation)
Respiratory System: Effects of Immobility - CORRECT ANSWER-
atelectasis (collapse of alveoli)
hypostatic pneumonia ( inflammation of lung from stasis or pooling
secretions
CORRECT ANSWERS FOUNDATIONS OF
NURSING STUDY GUIDE PRACTICE EXAM
AND DETAILED RATIONALES
what are some methods for providing basic care and comfort to clients? -
CORRECT ANSWER-encouraging health promotion (exercise, healthy
diet, relaxation)
basic needs (O2, nutrition, temperature)
maintain proper body mechanics (posture and alignment
assistive devices for walking (cane)
what side of the body should the cane be on - CORRECT ANSWER-
stronger side
direct route - CORRECT ANSWER-person-to-person (fecal,oral) physical
contact between source and susceptible host
indirect route - CORRECT ANSWER-personal contact of susceptible host
with contaminates inanimate object
droplet route - CORRECT ANSWER-infected person coughs/sneezes,
creating droplets that carry germs (w/in 6 feet)
,airborne route - CORRECT ANSWER-organisms are carried droplet nuclei
to residue or evaporated droplets suspended in air
vehicle route - CORRECT ANSWER-contaminated items, water, drugs,
solutions, blood, food
vector route - CORRECT ANSWER-external mechanical transfer (flies)
internal transmission (mosquito, flea, tick)
Barrier precautions - CORRECT ANSWER-•include the appropriate use of
PPE such as gowns, gloves, masks, eyewear, and other protective devices or
clothing.
Contact precautions PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-gown and gloves
Droplet precautions PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-a surgical mask when
within 3 feet of the patient, proper hand hygiene, and some dedicated-care
equipment.
Airborne precautions PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-negative air flow room
(airborne infection isolation room)
N95 respirator
Protective environment PPE - CORRECT ANSWER-a specialized room
with positive airflow.
, what is the appropriate technique to maintain safe client handling? -
CORRECT ANSWER-widen base of support
increase balance by bringing center of gravity closer to base of support
safe patient handling and mobility (SPHM) - CORRECT ANSWER-
improved assessment, use of mechanical equipment and safety procedures
to lift and move patients
what is the importance of proper positioning and movement for promoting
clients comfort? - CORRECT ANSWER-proper positioning and placing
them in correct body alignment can help reduce pressure risks
movement is important because immobility can cause many systemic
effects
Metabolic System: Effects of Immobility - CORRECT ANSWER-endocrine
(homeostasis is usual function, can decrease wound healing)
calcium absorption (hypercalcemia)
GI function (constipation)
Respiratory System: Effects of Immobility - CORRECT ANSWER-
atelectasis (collapse of alveoli)
hypostatic pneumonia ( inflammation of lung from stasis or pooling
secretions
