NUR 211 EXAM 3 PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS 2026/2027 | COMPLETE NURSING TEST
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1. If a patient with a limbic system deficit is showing signs of emotional liability,
what nursing intervention would be most appropriate?
Instruct the patient to keep a daily journal of their emotional state.
Encourage the patient to engage in complex problem-solving tasks.
Assess the patient's orientation to person, place, and time.
Provide a calm and supportive environment to help manage
emotional fluctuations.
2. Allopurinol is prescribed for a client with gout and the nurse provides
medication instructions to the client. Which instruction should the nurse
provide?
The effect of the medication will occur immediately.
Increase fluid intake to 2-3L per day.
Take the medication with a full buffet meal
Any swelling of the lips is a normal expected response.
3. Why is it important for a patient with a plaster cast to keep the extremity
elevated?
Keeping the extremity elevated allows for better mobility.
Keeping the extremity elevated helps reduce swelling and
promotes circulation.
Keeping the extremity elevated is unnecessary after 24 hours.
Keeping the extremity elevated prevents the cast from getting wet.
,4. A patient on baclofen reports experiencing increased urinary frequency and
is concerned. How should the nurse respond to ensure the patient
understands the management of this side effect?
The nurse should suggest increasing the dosage of baclofen.
The nurse should ignore the concern as it is not significant.
The nurse should advise the patient to stop taking baclofen
immediately.
The nurse should explain that urinary frequency can occur and
suggest monitoring fluid intake.
5. A client is complaining of low back pain, with radiation down the left
posterior thigh. The nurse continues to collect data from the client to see if
the pain is worsened or aggravated with which action?
Taking Ibuprofen (Motrin IB)
Applying heat
Maintaining bed rest
Bending or lifting
6. If a client indicates that their back pain worsens with movement, what should
be the nurse's next step in the assessment process?
Immediately refer the client for imaging studies.
Assess the client's range of motion and any associated symptoms.
Administer pain medication without further assessment.
Ask the client about their previous medical history.
,7. Which of the following is a recommended measure for ensuring safety during
seizure precautions?
Restraining the patient to the bed
Padding the side rails of the bed
Using a standard pillow for head support
Placing a chair next to the bed
8. What is the appropriate therapeutic response for a nurse when a client
expresses feelings of loneliness?
Why do you feel that no one can help you?
Lets finish your admission and then talk about your feelings.
I would like to sit and talk with you.
How come you feel that no one can help you when you are receiving
help now?
9. What is a common safety device recommended for clients with Parkinson's
disease to prevent falls?
Walker
Cane
Wheelchair
Crutches
10. Why is it important for the client to take alendronate with a full glass of water
and on an empty stomach?
Taking alendronate with a full glass of water on an empty stomach
enhances its absorption and reduces the risk of esophageal
, irritation.
The medication should be taken with orange juice to increase its
effectiveness.
It is important to take it with food to prevent stomach upset.
Taking it at bedtime helps to improve sleep quality.
11. Why might working in construction contribute to a higher risk of low back
pain?
Construction work is primarily sedentary.
Construction work often involves heavy lifting and physical strain
on the back.
Construction workers have lower BMI than average.
Construction workers are less likely to receive vaccinations.
12. Discuss the relationship between chronic kidney disease and osteoporosis in
terms of patient care considerations.
Chronic kidney disease can lead to osteoporosis due to alterations
in calcium and phosphate metabolism, requiring careful monitoring
and management.
Patients with chronic kidney disease should avoid any physical activity
to prevent bone fractures.
Osteoporosis is primarily caused by aging and is unrelated to kidney
function.
Chronic kidney disease has no impact on bone health and does not
require special considerations.
BANK | HIGH-YIELD QUESTIONS | VERIFIED ANSWERS| COMPREHENSIVE STUDY
GUIDE | ULTIMATE EXAM PREPARATION
1. If a patient with a limbic system deficit is showing signs of emotional liability,
what nursing intervention would be most appropriate?
Instruct the patient to keep a daily journal of their emotional state.
Encourage the patient to engage in complex problem-solving tasks.
Assess the patient's orientation to person, place, and time.
Provide a calm and supportive environment to help manage
emotional fluctuations.
2. Allopurinol is prescribed for a client with gout and the nurse provides
medication instructions to the client. Which instruction should the nurse
provide?
The effect of the medication will occur immediately.
Increase fluid intake to 2-3L per day.
Take the medication with a full buffet meal
Any swelling of the lips is a normal expected response.
3. Why is it important for a patient with a plaster cast to keep the extremity
elevated?
Keeping the extremity elevated allows for better mobility.
Keeping the extremity elevated helps reduce swelling and
promotes circulation.
Keeping the extremity elevated is unnecessary after 24 hours.
Keeping the extremity elevated prevents the cast from getting wet.
,4. A patient on baclofen reports experiencing increased urinary frequency and
is concerned. How should the nurse respond to ensure the patient
understands the management of this side effect?
The nurse should suggest increasing the dosage of baclofen.
The nurse should ignore the concern as it is not significant.
The nurse should advise the patient to stop taking baclofen
immediately.
The nurse should explain that urinary frequency can occur and
suggest monitoring fluid intake.
5. A client is complaining of low back pain, with radiation down the left
posterior thigh. The nurse continues to collect data from the client to see if
the pain is worsened or aggravated with which action?
Taking Ibuprofen (Motrin IB)
Applying heat
Maintaining bed rest
Bending or lifting
6. If a client indicates that their back pain worsens with movement, what should
be the nurse's next step in the assessment process?
Immediately refer the client for imaging studies.
Assess the client's range of motion and any associated symptoms.
Administer pain medication without further assessment.
Ask the client about their previous medical history.
,7. Which of the following is a recommended measure for ensuring safety during
seizure precautions?
Restraining the patient to the bed
Padding the side rails of the bed
Using a standard pillow for head support
Placing a chair next to the bed
8. What is the appropriate therapeutic response for a nurse when a client
expresses feelings of loneliness?
Why do you feel that no one can help you?
Lets finish your admission and then talk about your feelings.
I would like to sit and talk with you.
How come you feel that no one can help you when you are receiving
help now?
9. What is a common safety device recommended for clients with Parkinson's
disease to prevent falls?
Walker
Cane
Wheelchair
Crutches
10. Why is it important for the client to take alendronate with a full glass of water
and on an empty stomach?
Taking alendronate with a full glass of water on an empty stomach
enhances its absorption and reduces the risk of esophageal
, irritation.
The medication should be taken with orange juice to increase its
effectiveness.
It is important to take it with food to prevent stomach upset.
Taking it at bedtime helps to improve sleep quality.
11. Why might working in construction contribute to a higher risk of low back
pain?
Construction work is primarily sedentary.
Construction work often involves heavy lifting and physical strain
on the back.
Construction workers have lower BMI than average.
Construction workers are less likely to receive vaccinations.
12. Discuss the relationship between chronic kidney disease and osteoporosis in
terms of patient care considerations.
Chronic kidney disease can lead to osteoporosis due to alterations
in calcium and phosphate metabolism, requiring careful monitoring
and management.
Patients with chronic kidney disease should avoid any physical activity
to prevent bone fractures.
Osteoporosis is primarily caused by aging and is unrelated to kidney
function.
Chronic kidney disease has no impact on bone health and does not
require special considerations.
