Fundamentals of Nursing - Hygiene
(QUESTIONS and ANSWER) A+ Guide
The nurse is assisting a patient with rheumatoid arthritis
to bathe at the sink. During the bath the patient states
that she is tired. The nurse notices the patient is
breathing rapidly and the pulse is rapid. What is the
nurse's best response?
A. Finish the bath quickly
B. Help the patient return to bed
C. Leave the patient alone to rest in the chair at the sink
for a few minutes
D. Instruct the patient to take deep breaths and try to
relax - correct answer ✅✅B
A patient who is cognitively impaired and has dementia
requires hygiene care. The patient often displays
aggressive behavior such as screaming and hitting during
the bath. Which techniques make the bathing experience
less stressful for both the nurse and the patient? (Select
all that apply.)
A. Allow the patient to perform as much of the care as
possible.
B. Start by washing the face.
C. Try an alternative to traditional bathing such as the
"bag bath."
D. Use restraints to prevent the patient from injuring self
or the nurse. - correct answer ✅✅A, C
, Fundamentals of Nursing - Hygiene
(QUESTIONS and ANSWER) A+ Guide
A male nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female Muslim
patient who has an indwelling Foley catheter. After
introducing himself to the patient, the nurse learns that
the patient does not want him to help her with personal
hygiene care. Which of the following is(are) appropriate
actions? (Select all that apply.)
A. Finding a female nurse to help the patient
B. Convincing the patient that he will work quickly and
provide as much privacy as possible
C. Skipping hygiene care for the day except for the parts
that the patient can complete independently
D. Asking the patient if she prefers a family member
assist with the care - correct answer ✅✅A, D
What is the priority concern when providing oral hygiene
for a patient who is unconscious?
A. Thoroughly brushing all tooth and oral surfaces
B. Preventing aspiration
C. Controlling mouth odor
D. Applying local antiseptic such as chlorhexidine -
correct answer ✅✅B
(QUESTIONS and ANSWER) A+ Guide
The nurse is assisting a patient with rheumatoid arthritis
to bathe at the sink. During the bath the patient states
that she is tired. The nurse notices the patient is
breathing rapidly and the pulse is rapid. What is the
nurse's best response?
A. Finish the bath quickly
B. Help the patient return to bed
C. Leave the patient alone to rest in the chair at the sink
for a few minutes
D. Instruct the patient to take deep breaths and try to
relax - correct answer ✅✅B
A patient who is cognitively impaired and has dementia
requires hygiene care. The patient often displays
aggressive behavior such as screaming and hitting during
the bath. Which techniques make the bathing experience
less stressful for both the nurse and the patient? (Select
all that apply.)
A. Allow the patient to perform as much of the care as
possible.
B. Start by washing the face.
C. Try an alternative to traditional bathing such as the
"bag bath."
D. Use restraints to prevent the patient from injuring self
or the nurse. - correct answer ✅✅A, C
, Fundamentals of Nursing - Hygiene
(QUESTIONS and ANSWER) A+ Guide
A male nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female Muslim
patient who has an indwelling Foley catheter. After
introducing himself to the patient, the nurse learns that
the patient does not want him to help her with personal
hygiene care. Which of the following is(are) appropriate
actions? (Select all that apply.)
A. Finding a female nurse to help the patient
B. Convincing the patient that he will work quickly and
provide as much privacy as possible
C. Skipping hygiene care for the day except for the parts
that the patient can complete independently
D. Asking the patient if she prefers a family member
assist with the care - correct answer ✅✅A, D
What is the priority concern when providing oral hygiene
for a patient who is unconscious?
A. Thoroughly brushing all tooth and oral surfaces
B. Preventing aspiration
C. Controlling mouth odor
D. Applying local antiseptic such as chlorhexidine -
correct answer ✅✅B
