NURS 100 FUNDAMENTALS MIDTERM WCU 2026/2027 | COMPLETE
NURSING FUNDAMENTALS TEST BANK | HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE
QUESTIONS | VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS| COMPREHENSIVE EXAM
PREPARATION
1. A nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female patient who has been admitted to
the hospital with a severe infection. The patient's vital signs include a
temperature of 101.89F (38.8°C), an elevated heart rate, and an increased
respiratory rate. The nurse is monitoring the patient's complete blood count
(CBC) results and notes a significant increase in the white blood cell (WBC)
count. Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for fighting
bacterial infections?
Lymp
Neutrophils
2. Describe the role of white blood cells in the immune response.
White blood cells transport oxygen throughout the body.
White blood cells are responsible for blood clotting.
White blood cells produce hormones for metabolic regulation.
White blood cells are essential for the immune response as they
help to identify and eliminate pathogens.
3. . A nurse preceptor is discussing to newly hired nurses attending the post
graduate nurse training about the different types of infectious diseases as
well as drugs used to treat these bacterial infections. The goal of antibiotic
therapy is
to reduce the number of invading bacteria so that the immune
system can deal with the infection
to stop the drug as soon as the patient feels better
to suppress resistant strains of bacteria
, to eradicate all bacteria from the system
4. What is the definition of non-maleficence in the context of nursing ethics?
The principle of justice in patient care.
The duty to do no harm to patients.
The requirement to respect patient autonomy.
The obligation to promote patient welfare.
5. A patient with strep throat asks the nurse why antibiotics are prescribed.
What should the nurse respond to this patient's question?
"Antibiotics will help you get well sooner."
"Strep throat causes high fevers that can cause neurological damage."
"Antibiotics help prevent complications like rheumatic fever."
"Antibiotics help reduce difficulty swallowing."
6. In a nursing education scenario, if a student sets a goal to improve their
clinical skills, which of the following would be an effective way to ensure this
goal is met?
Decide to improve clinical skills without a specific plan.
Aim to improve clinical skills by the end of the semester without a
timeline.
Practice clinical skills whenever there is free time during the week.
Set a specific goal to practice clinical skills for 30 minutes every day
for two weeks.
7. When dealing with a patient's confidential health information, a nurse must:
Share information with all healthcare team members.
, Discuss patient information in public areas for educational purposes.
Only disclose information with the patient's consent or when legally
required.
Share details with family members for support.
8. In a busy hospital, Nurse Jessica is committed to creating a healing
environment for her patients. She pays close attention to factors such as
adequate lighting, ventilation, cleanliness, and noise control on the patient
care unit. She believes that the physical environment plays a crucial role in
patient recovery and well-being. Nurse Jessica often engages in health
education with patients, emphasizing the importance of a clean and
supportive environment for optimal healing. Based on Nurse Jessica's
approach to patient care and emphasis on the physical environment, which
nursing theory is most aligned with her practice?
Watson's Theory of Human Caring
Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory
Nightingale Environmental Theory
Leininger's Cultural Care Diversity and Universality Theory
9. If a nursing student is developing a care plan, how would the use of NANDA
diagnoses enhance their approach?
By providing standardized terminology for identifying patient
problems.
By detailing the history of nursing practices.
By suggesting specific medications for treatment.
By outlining the legal responsibilities of nurses.
, 10. What does the principle of justice require of nurses, according to the CNA
Code of Ethics?
To respect the autonomy of patients and communities
To provide care that is in the best interests of the patient
To avoid causing harm to patients and communities
To advocate for access to healthcare services for all individuals
and communities
11. What is the purpose of performing a urinalysis?
To screen for metabolic & kidney diseases or urinary tract infections
To measure the speed of RBC sedimentation
To measure the risk of developing cardiovascular disease
To measure the function of the liver
12. Describe how bacteria can lead to urinary tract infections.
Bacteria are only present in the bladder, not in the urinary tract.
Bacteria can enter the urinary tract and multiply, leading to
infection.
Bacteria in the bloodstream can directly cause UTIs.
Bacteria are eliminated by the urinary system before causing any
issues.
13. What is the primary focus of evaluation in nursing?
Assessing the completion of nursing interventions
Implementing nursing interventions
NURSING FUNDAMENTALS TEST BANK | HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE
QUESTIONS | VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS| COMPREHENSIVE EXAM
PREPARATION
1. A nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female patient who has been admitted to
the hospital with a severe infection. The patient's vital signs include a
temperature of 101.89F (38.8°C), an elevated heart rate, and an increased
respiratory rate. The nurse is monitoring the patient's complete blood count
(CBC) results and notes a significant increase in the white blood cell (WBC)
count. Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for fighting
bacterial infections?
Lymp
Neutrophils
2. Describe the role of white blood cells in the immune response.
White blood cells transport oxygen throughout the body.
White blood cells are responsible for blood clotting.
White blood cells produce hormones for metabolic regulation.
White blood cells are essential for the immune response as they
help to identify and eliminate pathogens.
3. . A nurse preceptor is discussing to newly hired nurses attending the post
graduate nurse training about the different types of infectious diseases as
well as drugs used to treat these bacterial infections. The goal of antibiotic
therapy is
to reduce the number of invading bacteria so that the immune
system can deal with the infection
to stop the drug as soon as the patient feels better
to suppress resistant strains of bacteria
, to eradicate all bacteria from the system
4. What is the definition of non-maleficence in the context of nursing ethics?
The principle of justice in patient care.
The duty to do no harm to patients.
The requirement to respect patient autonomy.
The obligation to promote patient welfare.
5. A patient with strep throat asks the nurse why antibiotics are prescribed.
What should the nurse respond to this patient's question?
"Antibiotics will help you get well sooner."
"Strep throat causes high fevers that can cause neurological damage."
"Antibiotics help prevent complications like rheumatic fever."
"Antibiotics help reduce difficulty swallowing."
6. In a nursing education scenario, if a student sets a goal to improve their
clinical skills, which of the following would be an effective way to ensure this
goal is met?
Decide to improve clinical skills without a specific plan.
Aim to improve clinical skills by the end of the semester without a
timeline.
Practice clinical skills whenever there is free time during the week.
Set a specific goal to practice clinical skills for 30 minutes every day
for two weeks.
7. When dealing with a patient's confidential health information, a nurse must:
Share information with all healthcare team members.
, Discuss patient information in public areas for educational purposes.
Only disclose information with the patient's consent or when legally
required.
Share details with family members for support.
8. In a busy hospital, Nurse Jessica is committed to creating a healing
environment for her patients. She pays close attention to factors such as
adequate lighting, ventilation, cleanliness, and noise control on the patient
care unit. She believes that the physical environment plays a crucial role in
patient recovery and well-being. Nurse Jessica often engages in health
education with patients, emphasizing the importance of a clean and
supportive environment for optimal healing. Based on Nurse Jessica's
approach to patient care and emphasis on the physical environment, which
nursing theory is most aligned with her practice?
Watson's Theory of Human Caring
Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory
Nightingale Environmental Theory
Leininger's Cultural Care Diversity and Universality Theory
9. If a nursing student is developing a care plan, how would the use of NANDA
diagnoses enhance their approach?
By providing standardized terminology for identifying patient
problems.
By detailing the history of nursing practices.
By suggesting specific medications for treatment.
By outlining the legal responsibilities of nurses.
, 10. What does the principle of justice require of nurses, according to the CNA
Code of Ethics?
To respect the autonomy of patients and communities
To provide care that is in the best interests of the patient
To avoid causing harm to patients and communities
To advocate for access to healthcare services for all individuals
and communities
11. What is the purpose of performing a urinalysis?
To screen for metabolic & kidney diseases or urinary tract infections
To measure the speed of RBC sedimentation
To measure the risk of developing cardiovascular disease
To measure the function of the liver
12. Describe how bacteria can lead to urinary tract infections.
Bacteria are only present in the bladder, not in the urinary tract.
Bacteria can enter the urinary tract and multiply, leading to
infection.
Bacteria in the bloodstream can directly cause UTIs.
Bacteria are eliminated by the urinary system before causing any
issues.
13. What is the primary focus of evaluation in nursing?
Assessing the completion of nursing interventions
Implementing nursing interventions
