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REAL EXAM
GALEN NSG 3100 EXAM 1 LATEST 2025-2026
WITH 150 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS ALREADY
GRADED A+ (FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS &
SKILLS FOR NURSING PRACTICE II)
W1: A nurse is observing an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) provide care to a client. Which of
the following observations requires follow-up?
A. The UAP puts lotion on the feet of a client with diabetes
B. The UAP puts on clean gloves prior to brushing teeth
C. The UAP positions the unconscious client laterally prior to providing oral care
D. The UAP puts the arms of a client at their side as they prepare them for transfer -
SELECTED ANSWER-D. The UAP puts the arms of a client at their side as they prepare
them for transfer
W1: A nurse is observing an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) change the linens of a client's bed.
Which of the following observations requires follow-up?
A. The UAP reaches across the bed to straighten the fitted sheet.
B. The UAP rolls the client back and forth from one side of the bed to the other to make access
easier
C. The UAP lowers the side rail on the side closest to them.
D. The UAP raises the bed to waist level - SELECTED ANSWER-A. The UAP reaches across the
bed to straighten the fitted sheet.
W1: The nurse preceptor is observing a new nurse wash their hands. Which of the following, if
observed, would require the preceptor to intervene?
A. The nurse washes their hands as opposed to using hand gel when they notice blood on their
palms
B. The nurse rinses from fingertips to wrists, keeping hands with fingers pointing upward, hands
slightly together.
C. The nurse will use a clean paper towel to dry hands thoroughly in the same order (from wrists to
fingers) using a patting motion.
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D. The nurse washes their hands for 15-20 seconds in a circular motion using lots of friction -
SELECTED ANSWER-B. The nurse rinses from fingertips to wrists, keeping hands with
fingers pointing upward, hands slightly together.
W1: A nurse is educating a client who has excessively dry skin. Which of the following
recommendations indicates good nursing judgment?
A. The nurse encourages the client to go on a fluid restriction, so they void less.
B. The nurse encourages the client to apply baby powder daily
C. The nurse encourages the client to bathe less frequently, only a few times a week.
D. The nurse encourages the client to bathe daily. - SELECTED ANSWER-C. The nurse
encourages the client to bathe less frequently, only a few times a week.
W1: A nurse is educating a client with diabetes about proper foot care. Which statement indicates
the client needs additional teaching?
A. "I will inspect my feet carefully each day for signs of redness, swelling, or any breaks in the skin."
B. "I will not go barefoot and wear shoes that fit correctly."
C. "I will be sure to keep my feet warm and change socks daily."
D. "I will cut my nails in a rounded manner so the nail is not sharp." - SELECTED ANSWER-D.
"I will cut my nails in a rounded manner so the nail is not sharp."
W1: A nurse is changing a client's bed linens. Which action, if observed, requires follow up by the
preceptor?
A. The nurse puts all 4 side rails up prior to leaving the room.
B. The nurse puts on gloves and a gown before removing bed sheets.
C. The nurse makes sure the call-light is in reach before leaving the room.
D. The nurse places the drawsheet under the client's hips for transfer. - SELECTED ANSWER-
A. The nurse puts all 4 side rails up prior to leaving the room.
W1: A nurse is assessing a group of clients for those at risk for falls. Which of the following clients is
most at risk?
A. The 30 y.o. male client receiving IV narcotics every 2hrs.
B. The 25 y.o. client who had a spinal fusion who is completely reliant on staff to turn and reposition.
C. The 72 y.o. client taking a beta blocker that is causing orthostatic hypotension.
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D. The 80 y.o. client who had a stroke with left sided weakness and urinary frequency. -
SELECTED ANSWER-D. The 80 y.o. client who had a stroke with left sided weakness and
urinary frequency.
W1: A home health nurse is discussing the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning with a client.
Which of the following information should be included in the teaching?
A. The lungs are damaged from carbon monoxide inhalation.
B. Water heaters should be inspected every 5 years.
C. Carbon monoxide has a distinct odor, so report any unusual smells immediately.
D. Carbon monoxide binds with the hemoglobin in the body. - SELECTED ANSWER-D.
Carbon monoxide binds with the hemoglobin in the body.
W1: A charge nurse is making room assignments. Which of the following clients should be moved
closer to the nursing station to prevent falls?
A. A middle-aged adult who is postoperative following a laparoscopic appendectomy.
B. An older adult who is postoperative following a left below the knee amputation.
C. A teenager who is on telemetry for dysrhythmias.
D. A young adult who is in a cast for a broken tibia. - SELECTED ANSWER-B. An older adult who
is postoperative following a left below the knee amputation.
W1: A nurse is caring for a client who recently started using crutches for an ankle injury. The client
reports tingling and discomfort in the shoulder and armpit area. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "That is normal and will decrease as your body gets used to using the crutches."
B. "I believe the crutches may be too tall for you, let's re-measure."
C. "We need to discontinue the crutches right away and switch to a different option such as a
wheelchair."
D. "Let me see how you ambulate using your crutches." - SELECTED ANSWER-D. "Let me
see how you ambulate using your crutches."
W1: The nurse is bathing a client who has a fever. Why should the nurse use tepid bath water for
this procedure?
A. Increase heat loss
B. Reduces surface tension of skin
C. Stimulates peripheral circulation
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D. Removes surface debris - SELECTED ANSWER-A. Increase heat loss
W1: The nurse must make the decision to give a client a full or partial bed bath. Which criterion is
most important for the basis of this decision?
A. Time of client's last bath.
B. Primary health-care provider's prescription for the client's activity.
C. Client preference
D. Immediate need of the client. - SELECTED ANSWER-D. Immediate need of the client.
W1: The nurse is giving a client a bed bath. Which nursing action is most important?
A. Lower the 2 side rails on the working side of the bed.
B. Ensure that the bathwater is at least 110°F.
C. Raise the bed to the highest position.
D. Fold the washcloth like a mitt on the hand. - SELECTED ANSWER-B. Ensure that the
bathwater is at least 110°F.
W1: The charge nurse is teaching a group of health care workers about hand hygiene to prevent
infection. Which of the following information should the charge nurse include in the teaching?
A. Use chlorhexidine to wash hands if the client is immunosuppressed.
B. Keep artificial nails trimmed.
C. Wash hands with alcohol-based hand rubs when caring for a client who has Clostridium difficile.
D. Use alcohol-based hand rubs before administering eye drops for a client. -
SELECTED ANSWER-A. Use chlorhexidine to wash hands if the client is
immunosuppressed.
W1: The nurse is teaching a new group of unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) about the importance
of hand hygiene. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
A. "If you wear gloves, you do not have to wash your hands."
B. "Rub all surfaces of your hands with an alcohol rub for 20 to 30 seconds."
C. "If you don't have an infection, your hands won't infect others."
D. "Use an alcohol rub when your hands are visibly soiled." - SELECTED ANSWER-B. "Rub
all surfaces of your hands with an alcohol rub for 20 to 30 seconds."