NURS 120 MED SURG MIDTERM MASTER REVIEW 2026/2027| WEST COAST
UNIVERSITY | HIGH-YIELD NURSING PRACTICE QUESTIONS | CORRECT ANSWERS|
COMPLETE TEST BANK|EXAM PREP
1. Fentanyl (Sublimaze) is a:
narcotic analgesic.
benzodiazepine sedative.
sedative-hypnotic drug.
butyrophenone sedative.
2. What is the reversal medication for Fentanyl?
Sublimze
Romazicon
Narcan
Versed
3. Which member of the intraoperative team coordinated and documents
patient care in the operating room?
scrub tech
surgeon
RN first assistant
circulating nurse
4. If a patient in recovery from surgery is experiencing severe pain, which
medication would be appropriate to administer?
Blood thinner
Antibiotic
, Pain medication
Anti-anxiety medication
5. Describe the physiological reason why blood sugar levels might rise after
stopping TPN.
The body continues to produce insulin at the same rate, causing
blood sugar to drop.
Stopping TPN removes a source of glucose, leading to a rebound
increase in blood sugar levels as the body compensates.
The sudden absence of nutrients causes the body to enter starvation
mode, lowering blood sugar.
The body becomes resistant to insulin, resulting in stable blood sugar
levels.
6. What type of diet is generally recommended for Type 2 diabetics instead of
simple carbs and low fat diets?
High simple sugars and low protein
High protein and low carbohydrates
Complex carbohydrates and balanced fats
Low carbohydrates and high fat
7. What is the primary concern of a baseline assessment?
Documentation
Safety
Vitals
Operation goes smoothly
,8. The patient scheduled for surgery later in the day has questions regarding
their surgery for the informed consent process. Who should answer the
patient's questions?
The charge nurse
The RN
The surgeon
9. Which is NOT included in the treatment regimen for severe Ulcerative Colitis?
Anti-diarrheal agents
Biologic Agents
Methatrexate
Corticosteroids
10. In a scenario where a patient is unable to provide consent due to a medical
condition, what should the nursing role entail?
The nurse should proceed with the surgery without consent.
The nurse should ask the patient to sign the consent form regardless
of their condition.
The nurse should ensure that a legally authorized representative is
involved in the consent process.
The nurse should inform the patient about the surgery but not involve
anyone else.
11. What medication is used for malignant hyperthermia?
Cimetidine
Dantrolene
, Epinephrine
Acetominophen
12. A patient has received Versed for sedation during a procedure but is
experiencing prolonged sedation. What medication should be administered
to reverse this effect?
Benzo
Romazicon
Narcan
Midazolam
13. If a patient requires TPN due to gastrointestinal disorders, what key
consideration should a nurse keep in mind regarding the administration of
TPN?
Monitoring for potential complications such as infection or
electrolyte imbalances.
Discontinuing TPN if the patient shows signs of improvement.
Administering TPN at a faster rate to improve nutrient absorption.
Ensuring the patient is receiving adequate oral intake.
14. Describe the importance of assessing family history as part of the baseline
assessment in preoperative nursing care.
Family history is irrelevant to surgical outcomes.
Family history only matters for postoperative care.
Assessing family history helps identify genetic predispositions to
complications during surgery.
Family history is only relevant for patients with diabetes.
UNIVERSITY | HIGH-YIELD NURSING PRACTICE QUESTIONS | CORRECT ANSWERS|
COMPLETE TEST BANK|EXAM PREP
1. Fentanyl (Sublimaze) is a:
narcotic analgesic.
benzodiazepine sedative.
sedative-hypnotic drug.
butyrophenone sedative.
2. What is the reversal medication for Fentanyl?
Sublimze
Romazicon
Narcan
Versed
3. Which member of the intraoperative team coordinated and documents
patient care in the operating room?
scrub tech
surgeon
RN first assistant
circulating nurse
4. If a patient in recovery from surgery is experiencing severe pain, which
medication would be appropriate to administer?
Blood thinner
Antibiotic
, Pain medication
Anti-anxiety medication
5. Describe the physiological reason why blood sugar levels might rise after
stopping TPN.
The body continues to produce insulin at the same rate, causing
blood sugar to drop.
Stopping TPN removes a source of glucose, leading to a rebound
increase in blood sugar levels as the body compensates.
The sudden absence of nutrients causes the body to enter starvation
mode, lowering blood sugar.
The body becomes resistant to insulin, resulting in stable blood sugar
levels.
6. What type of diet is generally recommended for Type 2 diabetics instead of
simple carbs and low fat diets?
High simple sugars and low protein
High protein and low carbohydrates
Complex carbohydrates and balanced fats
Low carbohydrates and high fat
7. What is the primary concern of a baseline assessment?
Documentation
Safety
Vitals
Operation goes smoothly
,8. The patient scheduled for surgery later in the day has questions regarding
their surgery for the informed consent process. Who should answer the
patient's questions?
The charge nurse
The RN
The surgeon
9. Which is NOT included in the treatment regimen for severe Ulcerative Colitis?
Anti-diarrheal agents
Biologic Agents
Methatrexate
Corticosteroids
10. In a scenario where a patient is unable to provide consent due to a medical
condition, what should the nursing role entail?
The nurse should proceed with the surgery without consent.
The nurse should ask the patient to sign the consent form regardless
of their condition.
The nurse should ensure that a legally authorized representative is
involved in the consent process.
The nurse should inform the patient about the surgery but not involve
anyone else.
11. What medication is used for malignant hyperthermia?
Cimetidine
Dantrolene
, Epinephrine
Acetominophen
12. A patient has received Versed for sedation during a procedure but is
experiencing prolonged sedation. What medication should be administered
to reverse this effect?
Benzo
Romazicon
Narcan
Midazolam
13. If a patient requires TPN due to gastrointestinal disorders, what key
consideration should a nurse keep in mind regarding the administration of
TPN?
Monitoring for potential complications such as infection or
electrolyte imbalances.
Discontinuing TPN if the patient shows signs of improvement.
Administering TPN at a faster rate to improve nutrient absorption.
Ensuring the patient is receiving adequate oral intake.
14. Describe the importance of assessing family history as part of the baseline
assessment in preoperative nursing care.
Family history is irrelevant to surgical outcomes.
Family history only matters for postoperative care.
Assessing family history helps identify genetic predispositions to
complications during surgery.
Family history is only relevant for patients with diabetes.
