Fundamentals Kaplan Integrated Test (2026-2027) –
Kaplan Nursing Fundamentals
A physician orders nutritional therapy administered via a central vein for a client
who cannot take foods orally. What is the term for this type of nutrition?
Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
Which client would be a candidate for total parenteral nutrition?
A client with colitis and bloody diarrhea
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who is at high risk for developing
pressure injuries. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan to
prevent the development of pressure injuries? Select all that apply.
provide incontinent care every 2 hours and as needed.
turn the client every 2 hours when the client is in bed.
encourage the client to take fluids every 2 hours.
Which nursing interventions reflect the accurate use of heat or cold during wound
care? Select all that apply.
The nurse makes more frequent checks of the skin of an older adult using a heating
pad.
The nurse fills an ice bag with small pieces of ice to about two-thirds full.
The nurse covers a cold pack with a cotton sleeve to keep it in place on an arm.
, Fundamentals Kaplan Integrated Test (2026-2027) –
Kaplan Nursing Fundamentals
The nurse is caring for a client with an ankle sprain. Which client statement
regarding an ice pack indicates that nursing teaching has been effective?
"I will put a layer of cloth between my skin and the ice pack."
A nurse is caring for a postoperative client. What intervention(s) will help prevent
thrombophlebitis? Select all that apply.
Leg range of motion exercises
Sequential compression devices (SCDs) and antiembolic stockings
Early ambulation as tolerated
Frequent turning and positioning
The nurse observes a client independently move all the joints through their normal
motions. Which range of motion has the client demonstrated?
Active range of motion
A client has had a stroke and will require long-term tube feeding. Which type of
feeding tubes would be most appropriate for this client's needs?
Gastrostomy tube
A new unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is preparing to ambulate an obese
client. The registered nurse (RN) is concerned about the UAP's ability to safely
ambulate the client. Which would be the nurse's most appropriate action?
, Fundamentals Kaplan Integrated Test (2026-2027) –
Kaplan Nursing Fundamentals
Tell the UAP that the RN will assist the UAP with the client's ambulation.
The physician has ordered that the client should ambulate 3 times a day. The nurse
enters the room to ambulate the client and the client reports pain. What is the
nurse's most appropriate action?
Medicate the client and wait to ambulate later.
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who states the need to use the
restroom. Which safety intervention must the nurse perform first?
Assess the need for assistance with ambulation.
The nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative 3 days from coronary artery
bypass graft. The client has a prescription to ambulate. What is the best action by
the nurse?
Discuss with the client the need for assistance during ambulation.
A client who is bedridden and dependent has been ordered to resume an oral diet.
When feeding the client, the nurse should perform what action?
Assist the client into a high-Fowler's position.
Kaplan Nursing Fundamentals
A physician orders nutritional therapy administered via a central vein for a client
who cannot take foods orally. What is the term for this type of nutrition?
Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
Which client would be a candidate for total parenteral nutrition?
A client with colitis and bloody diarrhea
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who is at high risk for developing
pressure injuries. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan to
prevent the development of pressure injuries? Select all that apply.
provide incontinent care every 2 hours and as needed.
turn the client every 2 hours when the client is in bed.
encourage the client to take fluids every 2 hours.
Which nursing interventions reflect the accurate use of heat or cold during wound
care? Select all that apply.
The nurse makes more frequent checks of the skin of an older adult using a heating
pad.
The nurse fills an ice bag with small pieces of ice to about two-thirds full.
The nurse covers a cold pack with a cotton sleeve to keep it in place on an arm.
, Fundamentals Kaplan Integrated Test (2026-2027) –
Kaplan Nursing Fundamentals
The nurse is caring for a client with an ankle sprain. Which client statement
regarding an ice pack indicates that nursing teaching has been effective?
"I will put a layer of cloth between my skin and the ice pack."
A nurse is caring for a postoperative client. What intervention(s) will help prevent
thrombophlebitis? Select all that apply.
Leg range of motion exercises
Sequential compression devices (SCDs) and antiembolic stockings
Early ambulation as tolerated
Frequent turning and positioning
The nurse observes a client independently move all the joints through their normal
motions. Which range of motion has the client demonstrated?
Active range of motion
A client has had a stroke and will require long-term tube feeding. Which type of
feeding tubes would be most appropriate for this client's needs?
Gastrostomy tube
A new unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is preparing to ambulate an obese
client. The registered nurse (RN) is concerned about the UAP's ability to safely
ambulate the client. Which would be the nurse's most appropriate action?
, Fundamentals Kaplan Integrated Test (2026-2027) –
Kaplan Nursing Fundamentals
Tell the UAP that the RN will assist the UAP with the client's ambulation.
The physician has ordered that the client should ambulate 3 times a day. The nurse
enters the room to ambulate the client and the client reports pain. What is the
nurse's most appropriate action?
Medicate the client and wait to ambulate later.
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who states the need to use the
restroom. Which safety intervention must the nurse perform first?
Assess the need for assistance with ambulation.
The nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative 3 days from coronary artery
bypass graft. The client has a prescription to ambulate. What is the best action by
the nurse?
Discuss with the client the need for assistance during ambulation.
A client who is bedridden and dependent has been ordered to resume an oral diet.
When feeding the client, the nurse should perform what action?
Assist the client into a high-Fowler's position.
