A Review for the Final (NUR 105)-
Complete Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
- Accurate Questions and Detailed
Verified Answers with Rationale | 100%
Guaranteed Pass (Latest Version)
This comprehensive study guide is designed for students preparing for their exams in
2025/2026. It includes a collection of complete questions across various subjects,
accompanied by accurate, detailed answers, and rationales that ensure a full understanding
of each concept. The guide covers a wide array of topics, from healthcare ethics and patient
care to clinical interventions and nursing practice. With a 100% guaranteed pass, this latest
version of the study guide helps students tackle complex exam questions and gain a deeper
insight into the subject matter, equipping them with the tools necessary for academic and
professional success.
The rationale provided with each answer not only helps you understand the "what" but also
the "why" behind the correct response, reinforcing your critical thinking and application skills.
This guide is updated to reflect the most current trends in the healthcare field, ensuring that
you are well-prepared for your exams. Whether you are studying for nursing exams,
certifications, or clinical rotations, this guide provides a solid foundation for your academic
journey.
Key Features:
• Complete Questions & Answers: Covers a wide range of topics, ensuring you're well-
prepared for every aspect of your exam.
• Detailed Rationales: Helps you understand why a specific answer is correct, enhancing
your critical thinking and retention.
• 100% Guaranteed Pass: Thoroughly updated to reflect current exam content,
guaranteeing success.
, • Latest Version: Content updated to match the latest academic standards and industry
best practices.
Key Terms:
1. Patient Assessment
2. Clinical Interventions
3. Evidence-Based Practice
4. Healthcare Ethics
5. Nursing Diagnosis
6. Patient-Centered Care
7. Pain Management
8. Chronic Illness Management
9. Healthcare Policies
10. Professional Development
THA - Post-Op - Promoting mobility & activity - ANSWER Be sure to assist the pt the 1st time
he/she gets out of bed to prevent falls & observe for dizziness. When getting the pt out of bed,
stand on the same side of the bed as the affected leg. After the pt sits on the side of the bed,
remind him or her to stand on the unaffected leg & pivot to the chair with guidance. *To avoid
injury, do not lift the pt!*
THA - What should be observed post-procedure? - ANSWER Observe for possible signs of
hip dislocation, which include severe hip *pain*, shortening of the affected leg, & leg rotation. If
any of these clinical manifestations occur, keep the pt in bed & notify the surgeon immediately!
Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) - preventing hip dislocation - ANSWER Teach pts to maintain
correct positioning @ all times. When the pt returns from the PACU, place him/her in a supine
position with the head slightly elevated. Place a regular or abduction pillow b/t the pt's legs to
,prevent adduction beyond the midline of the body according to agency policy or surgeon
preference.
Osteoarthritis (OA) - Cold therapy teaching - ANSWER Teach the pt to use ice packs that are
not too heavy. Do not place them directly on skin; instead, wrap them in a towel or soft cloth.
OA - COX-2 inhibiting drugs & NSAIDs - Considerations, Teaching - ANSWER All of the COX-2
inhibiting drugs are thought to cause cardiovascular disease, such as MI, & kidney problems.
Older NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, can cause severe GI side effects, bleeding, & acute kidney
failure. Therefore, they are prescribed @ the lowest effective dose for a short period of time.
Teach your pt about adverse effects from NSAIDs & the need to report them to his or her HCP.
Examples include having dark, tarry stools; SOB; edema; frequent dyspepsia (indigestion);
*hematemesis*; & changes in urinary output.
What is the *primary* drug of choice for OA? Why? - ANSWER Acetaminophen, bc OA is not
a primary anti-inflammatory disorder.
Acetaminophen - Risk & Teaching - ANSWER Pts are @ risk for liver damage if they take
more than 3,000 mg daily of acetaminophen, have alcoholism, or have liver disease. Older
adults are particularly @ risk bc of *normal changes of aging*, such as slowed excretion of drug
metabolites. Remind pts to read the labels of OTC or prescription drugs that could contain
acetaminophen before taking them. Teach them that their liver enzyme levels will be monitored
while taking this drug.
Sprains & strains -immediate tx (RICE) - ANSWER (a) RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
(b) ICES: Ice, Compression, Elevation, Support
(1) Rest the injured part
(2) Ice immediately (maximum 30 mins @ a time)
(3) Wet elastic bandage for compression
(4) Elevation of the extremity
, (5) Immobilization & support (casts or splints)
Fractures - Simple or closed - ANSWER Fracture does not produce a break in the skin
Fractures - Pathologic or spontaneous - ANSWER Occur after minimal trauma to a bone that
has been weakened by disease. (EX: pt /c bone cancer or osteoporosis can easily have this
fracture)
Fractures - Fatigue or Stress - ANSWER Results from excessive strain & stress on the bone;
commonly seen in recreational & professional athletes
Fractures - Compression - ANSWER Produced by a loading *force applied* to the long axis of
cancellous bone; commonly seen in the vertebrae of older pts with osteoporosis & are
extremely painful
Fractures - Complicated - ANSWER Bone fragments cause damage to other organs or tissues
Fractures - Comminuted - ANSWER Small fragments of bone are broken from the fractured
shaft & lie in the surrounding tissue
Fractures - Compound or open - ANSWER Fractured bone protrudes through the skin
Fractures - Incomplete - ANSWER When fracture fragments remain attached
Fractures - Complete - ANSWER When fracture fragments are separated
Complete Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
- Accurate Questions and Detailed
Verified Answers with Rationale | 100%
Guaranteed Pass (Latest Version)
This comprehensive study guide is designed for students preparing for their exams in
2025/2026. It includes a collection of complete questions across various subjects,
accompanied by accurate, detailed answers, and rationales that ensure a full understanding
of each concept. The guide covers a wide array of topics, from healthcare ethics and patient
care to clinical interventions and nursing practice. With a 100% guaranteed pass, this latest
version of the study guide helps students tackle complex exam questions and gain a deeper
insight into the subject matter, equipping them with the tools necessary for academic and
professional success.
The rationale provided with each answer not only helps you understand the "what" but also
the "why" behind the correct response, reinforcing your critical thinking and application skills.
This guide is updated to reflect the most current trends in the healthcare field, ensuring that
you are well-prepared for your exams. Whether you are studying for nursing exams,
certifications, or clinical rotations, this guide provides a solid foundation for your academic
journey.
Key Features:
• Complete Questions & Answers: Covers a wide range of topics, ensuring you're well-
prepared for every aspect of your exam.
• Detailed Rationales: Helps you understand why a specific answer is correct, enhancing
your critical thinking and retention.
• 100% Guaranteed Pass: Thoroughly updated to reflect current exam content,
guaranteeing success.
, • Latest Version: Content updated to match the latest academic standards and industry
best practices.
Key Terms:
1. Patient Assessment
2. Clinical Interventions
3. Evidence-Based Practice
4. Healthcare Ethics
5. Nursing Diagnosis
6. Patient-Centered Care
7. Pain Management
8. Chronic Illness Management
9. Healthcare Policies
10. Professional Development
THA - Post-Op - Promoting mobility & activity - ANSWER Be sure to assist the pt the 1st time
he/she gets out of bed to prevent falls & observe for dizziness. When getting the pt out of bed,
stand on the same side of the bed as the affected leg. After the pt sits on the side of the bed,
remind him or her to stand on the unaffected leg & pivot to the chair with guidance. *To avoid
injury, do not lift the pt!*
THA - What should be observed post-procedure? - ANSWER Observe for possible signs of
hip dislocation, which include severe hip *pain*, shortening of the affected leg, & leg rotation. If
any of these clinical manifestations occur, keep the pt in bed & notify the surgeon immediately!
Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) - preventing hip dislocation - ANSWER Teach pts to maintain
correct positioning @ all times. When the pt returns from the PACU, place him/her in a supine
position with the head slightly elevated. Place a regular or abduction pillow b/t the pt's legs to
,prevent adduction beyond the midline of the body according to agency policy or surgeon
preference.
Osteoarthritis (OA) - Cold therapy teaching - ANSWER Teach the pt to use ice packs that are
not too heavy. Do not place them directly on skin; instead, wrap them in a towel or soft cloth.
OA - COX-2 inhibiting drugs & NSAIDs - Considerations, Teaching - ANSWER All of the COX-2
inhibiting drugs are thought to cause cardiovascular disease, such as MI, & kidney problems.
Older NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, can cause severe GI side effects, bleeding, & acute kidney
failure. Therefore, they are prescribed @ the lowest effective dose for a short period of time.
Teach your pt about adverse effects from NSAIDs & the need to report them to his or her HCP.
Examples include having dark, tarry stools; SOB; edema; frequent dyspepsia (indigestion);
*hematemesis*; & changes in urinary output.
What is the *primary* drug of choice for OA? Why? - ANSWER Acetaminophen, bc OA is not
a primary anti-inflammatory disorder.
Acetaminophen - Risk & Teaching - ANSWER Pts are @ risk for liver damage if they take
more than 3,000 mg daily of acetaminophen, have alcoholism, or have liver disease. Older
adults are particularly @ risk bc of *normal changes of aging*, such as slowed excretion of drug
metabolites. Remind pts to read the labels of OTC or prescription drugs that could contain
acetaminophen before taking them. Teach them that their liver enzyme levels will be monitored
while taking this drug.
Sprains & strains -immediate tx (RICE) - ANSWER (a) RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
(b) ICES: Ice, Compression, Elevation, Support
(1) Rest the injured part
(2) Ice immediately (maximum 30 mins @ a time)
(3) Wet elastic bandage for compression
(4) Elevation of the extremity
, (5) Immobilization & support (casts or splints)
Fractures - Simple or closed - ANSWER Fracture does not produce a break in the skin
Fractures - Pathologic or spontaneous - ANSWER Occur after minimal trauma to a bone that
has been weakened by disease. (EX: pt /c bone cancer or osteoporosis can easily have this
fracture)
Fractures - Fatigue or Stress - ANSWER Results from excessive strain & stress on the bone;
commonly seen in recreational & professional athletes
Fractures - Compression - ANSWER Produced by a loading *force applied* to the long axis of
cancellous bone; commonly seen in the vertebrae of older pts with osteoporosis & are
extremely painful
Fractures - Complicated - ANSWER Bone fragments cause damage to other organs or tissues
Fractures - Comminuted - ANSWER Small fragments of bone are broken from the fractured
shaft & lie in the surrounding tissue
Fractures - Compound or open - ANSWER Fractured bone protrudes through the skin
Fractures - Incomplete - ANSWER When fracture fragments remain attached
Fractures - Complete - ANSWER When fracture fragments are separated
