SLCC NRSG 1200 — Medical/Surgical
Nursing I Practice Exam Questions And
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1. A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is most
likely to exhibit which characteristic breathing pattern?
a) Kussmaul respirations
b) Pursed-lip breathing
c) Biot’s respirations
d) Cheyne-Stokes respirations
Pursed-lip breathing helps COPD patients maintain airway pressure
and improve gas exchange.
2. Which electrolyte imbalance is most commonly associated with loop
diuretic use?
, a) Hypernatremia
b) Hypokalemia
c) Hyperkalemia
d) Hypercalcemia
Loop diuretics cause excessive loss of potassium, leading to
hypokalemia.
3. A nurse is caring for a patient with heart failure. Which finding
indicates worsening condition?
a) Decreased peripheral edema
b) Increased urine output
c) Sudden weight gain
d) Blood pressure normalization
Sudden weight gain reflects fluid retention, a hallmark of worsening
heart failure.
4. A client with diabetes is sweating, anxious, and has a blood glucose of
50 mg/dL. What is the priority intervention?
a) Call the provider
b) Administer 15 g of oral glucose
c) Administer insulin
d) Recheck blood sugar in 30 minutes
Immediate oral glucose corrects hypoglycemia quickly and prevents
complications.
,5. Which lab test best indicates long-term glucose control in diabetic
patients?
a) Fasting blood glucose
b) Hemoglobin A1C
c) Oral glucose tolerance test
d) Random blood sugar
Hemoglobin A1C reflects average glucose control over 2–3 months.
6. In which position should the nurse place a patient with a nasogastric
tube for feeding?
a) Supine with head flat
b) Semi-Fowler’s
c) Trendelenburg
d) Side-lying
Semi-Fowler’s prevents aspiration by maintaining an upright position
during feeding.
7. Which condition is most associated with the development of
esophageal varices?
a) Chronic pancreatitis
b) Cirrhosis of the liver
c) Cholecystitis
d) Gastritis
Cirrhosis causes portal hypertension, leading to esophageal varices.
, 8. A patient with chronic kidney disease should avoid foods high in:
a) Fiber
b) Carbohydrates
c) Potassium
d) Protein
High potassium can worsen hyperkalemia in CKD patients.
9. Which symptom is an early indicator of hypoxia?
a) Cyanosis
b) Restlessness
c) Bradycardia
d) Hypotension
Restlessness is an early neurological sign of hypoxia due to decreased
oxygen to the brain.
10. A patient with a chest tube develops continuous bubbling in the
water seal chamber. What does this indicate?
a) Normal finding
b) Air leak
c) Blocked tubing
d) Resolving pneumothorax
Continuous bubbling signals an air leak, which needs intervention.
11. Which dietary teaching is most important for a patient taking
warfarin?
Nursing I Practice Exam Questions And
Correct Answers (Verified Answers) Plus
Rationales 2025|2026 Q&A | Instant
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1. A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is most
likely to exhibit which characteristic breathing pattern?
a) Kussmaul respirations
b) Pursed-lip breathing
c) Biot’s respirations
d) Cheyne-Stokes respirations
Pursed-lip breathing helps COPD patients maintain airway pressure
and improve gas exchange.
2. Which electrolyte imbalance is most commonly associated with loop
diuretic use?
, a) Hypernatremia
b) Hypokalemia
c) Hyperkalemia
d) Hypercalcemia
Loop diuretics cause excessive loss of potassium, leading to
hypokalemia.
3. A nurse is caring for a patient with heart failure. Which finding
indicates worsening condition?
a) Decreased peripheral edema
b) Increased urine output
c) Sudden weight gain
d) Blood pressure normalization
Sudden weight gain reflects fluid retention, a hallmark of worsening
heart failure.
4. A client with diabetes is sweating, anxious, and has a blood glucose of
50 mg/dL. What is the priority intervention?
a) Call the provider
b) Administer 15 g of oral glucose
c) Administer insulin
d) Recheck blood sugar in 30 minutes
Immediate oral glucose corrects hypoglycemia quickly and prevents
complications.
,5. Which lab test best indicates long-term glucose control in diabetic
patients?
a) Fasting blood glucose
b) Hemoglobin A1C
c) Oral glucose tolerance test
d) Random blood sugar
Hemoglobin A1C reflects average glucose control over 2–3 months.
6. In which position should the nurse place a patient with a nasogastric
tube for feeding?
a) Supine with head flat
b) Semi-Fowler’s
c) Trendelenburg
d) Side-lying
Semi-Fowler’s prevents aspiration by maintaining an upright position
during feeding.
7. Which condition is most associated with the development of
esophageal varices?
a) Chronic pancreatitis
b) Cirrhosis of the liver
c) Cholecystitis
d) Gastritis
Cirrhosis causes portal hypertension, leading to esophageal varices.
, 8. A patient with chronic kidney disease should avoid foods high in:
a) Fiber
b) Carbohydrates
c) Potassium
d) Protein
High potassium can worsen hyperkalemia in CKD patients.
9. Which symptom is an early indicator of hypoxia?
a) Cyanosis
b) Restlessness
c) Bradycardia
d) Hypotension
Restlessness is an early neurological sign of hypoxia due to decreased
oxygen to the brain.
10. A patient with a chest tube develops continuous bubbling in the
water seal chamber. What does this indicate?
a) Normal finding
b) Air leak
c) Blocked tubing
d) Resolving pneumothorax
Continuous bubbling signals an air leak, which needs intervention.
11. Which dietary teaching is most important for a patient taking
warfarin?
