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1. What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

Answer:
Normal adult blood pressure is generally considered to be around 120/80 mmHg. Blood pressure
higher than 130/80 mmHg is considered hypertension.



2. What are the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia?

Answer:
Signs and symptoms include sweating, shakiness, dizziness, confusion, irritability, hunger, and
in severe cases, loss of consciousness or seizures.



3. How do you prevent pressure ulcers in bedridden patients?

Answer:
Prevent by regularly repositioning the patient every 2 hours, using pressure-relieving mattresses,
keeping skin clean and dry, and ensuring good nutrition and hydration.



4. What is the purpose of a tracheostomy tube?

Answer:
A tracheostomy tube is inserted to maintain an open airway, especially when upper airway
obstruction is present or long-term mechanical ventilation is needed.



5. What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

Answer:
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body does not produce insulin. Type 2
diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency.



6. What precautions are necessary when caring for a patient with a contagious
infection?

, Answer:
Use standard precautions including hand hygiene, wearing gloves, gowns, masks or eye
protection as needed, and isolating the patient if necessary.



7. What is the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) used for?

Answer:
GCS is used to assess a patient’s level of consciousness after a brain injury. It scores eye
opening, verbal response, and motor response.



8. How do you calculate intake and output (I&O) in a hospital setting?

Answer:
Record all fluids taken orally, intravenously, or by feeding tube as intake; record all urine, vomit,
drainage, and stool as output. Compare to assess fluid balance.



9. What is the role of a nurse in medication administration?

Answer:
The nurse must ensure the right patient, medication, dose, route, and time (the “Five Rights”),
monitor for side effects, and educate the patient.



10. What are the signs of respiratory distress?

Answer:
Signs include rapid breathing, use of accessory muscles, nasal flaring, cyanosis, wheezing, and
altered mental status.



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