Nursing Exam
Course Title: Medical-Surgical Nursing
Exam Type: Midterm
Duration: 2 hours
Total Marks: 100
Section A: Multiple-Choice Questions (30 Marks)
Question 1:
A patient is admitted to the emergency room with suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which of the
following is the priority nursing action?
a) Encourage ambulation to prevent further clot formation.
b) Place a warm compress on the affected area.
c) Administer an anticoagulant as prescribed.
d) Elevate the legs above heart level.
Answer:
c) Administer an anticoagulant as prescribed.
Rationale: The priority is to prevent clot progression by administering anticoagulants as ordered by the
physician.
Question 2:
A patient with heart failure is receiving furosemide (Lasix). What is the most important electrolyte level
for the nurse to monitor?
a) Sodium
b) Potassium
c) Magnesium
d) Calcium
Course Title: Medical-Surgical Nursing
Exam Type: Midterm
Duration: 2 hours
Total Marks: 100
Section A: Multiple-Choice Questions (30 Marks)
Question 1:
A patient is admitted to the emergency room with suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which of the
following is the priority nursing action?
a) Encourage ambulation to prevent further clot formation.
b) Place a warm compress on the affected area.
c) Administer an anticoagulant as prescribed.
d) Elevate the legs above heart level.
Answer:
c) Administer an anticoagulant as prescribed.
Rationale: The priority is to prevent clot progression by administering anticoagulants as ordered by the
physician.
Question 2:
A patient with heart failure is receiving furosemide (Lasix). What is the most important electrolyte level
for the nurse to monitor?
a) Sodium
b) Potassium
c) Magnesium
d) Calcium
