NSG 4800 Exam Q&A Bank 2026 | Exam Success Guide |
Graded A+
1. His method of crutch walking is used when the patient should not bear any
weight on either a fractured, in pain, or amputated leg. The advantage of this
method is that it offers maximum mobility while maintaining maximum
protection on the injured limb and it is a faster gait. However it requires good
balance and arm strength
Two-Point Gait
Four-Point Gait
Three-Point Gait
2. Describe the clinical significance of rhonchi in a patient assessment.
Rhonchi are a sign of normal lung function.
Rhonchi are associated with pleural effusion.
Rhonchi suggest fluid accumulation in the alveoli.
Rhonchi indicate the presence of airway obstruction or secretions in
the larger airways.
3. What is the primary reason for practicing hand hygiene in a healthcare
setting?
To prevent the spread of infections
To enhance patient comfort
To reduce medication errors
To improve communication
4. Why is it important to assess a patient's condition before a transfer?
, To determine the patient's favorite position for comfort.
To ensure the patient has eaten before the transfer.
To prepare the patient for discharge.
To identify any potential risks or complications that may arise during
the transfer.
5. Describe how interdisciplinary conferences contribute to improved patient
outcomes.
Interdisciplinary conferences facilitate communication and
collaboration among various healthcare professionals, leading to
more coordinated and effective patient care.
Interdisciplinary conferences are used to train new nurses on technical
skills.
Interdisciplinary conferences are primarily focused on administrative
tasks and do not impact patient care.
Interdisciplinary conferences are held to discuss hospital policies
unrelated to patient care.
6. What is one key reason for providing patient education regarding the use of
restraints?
To increase the duration of restraint use.
To reduce the need for medication.
To ensure patient understanding and compliance.
To limit patient mobility.
7. Describe the rationale behind requiring two staff members to check restraints
on a patient.
, Restraints can be checked by any number of staff members without
specific requirements.
Having two staff members ensures safety and proper assessment of
the patient's condition.
One staff member can adequately assess the situation alone.
Two staff members are required for legal documentation purposes.
8. What do you actually need to document?
Patient response to treatment.
All of the above.
Change in patient condition.
Treatment, instructions, patient complaints, and equipment used.
Lack of improvement in patient's condition.
9. Describe how immobility can lead to complications in a patient's health.
Immobility improves muscle strength and reduces the risk of falls.
Immobility has no significant impact on patient health.
Immobility can lead to complications such as pressure ulcers,
muscle atrophy, and deep vein thrombosis due to lack of movement.
Immobility only affects the patient's mental state.
10. What is the purpose of Nursing care plan:
It is provided for the patient so they can know their health status.
Provides direction for individualized care
It is a physician order
, 11. What is the typical respiratory rate range for a healthy adult at rest?
10 to 15 breaths per minute
20 to 30 breaths per minute
15 to 25 breaths per minute
12 to 20 breaths per minute
12. What is therapeutic communication?
The use of oxygen equipment to assist patients with breathing.
Effective communication that builds trust and rapport with patients.
Ineffective communication that leads to misunderstandings.
The process of cleaning and caring for a patient's skin.
13. What is the primary purpose of Droplet Precautions in infection control?
To provide isolation for patients with airborne diseases.
To eliminate all forms of bacteria from surfaces.
To ensure proper hand hygiene among healthcare workers.
To prevent the spread of infectious agents through respiratory
droplets.
14. Describe the importance of monitoring a patient's vital signs while they are
in restraints.
Monitoring vital signs is unnecessary as restraints do not affect health.
Monitoring vital signs is crucial to ensure the patient's safety and
detect any adverse effects from the restraints.
Graded A+
1. His method of crutch walking is used when the patient should not bear any
weight on either a fractured, in pain, or amputated leg. The advantage of this
method is that it offers maximum mobility while maintaining maximum
protection on the injured limb and it is a faster gait. However it requires good
balance and arm strength
Two-Point Gait
Four-Point Gait
Three-Point Gait
2. Describe the clinical significance of rhonchi in a patient assessment.
Rhonchi are a sign of normal lung function.
Rhonchi are associated with pleural effusion.
Rhonchi suggest fluid accumulation in the alveoli.
Rhonchi indicate the presence of airway obstruction or secretions in
the larger airways.
3. What is the primary reason for practicing hand hygiene in a healthcare
setting?
To prevent the spread of infections
To enhance patient comfort
To reduce medication errors
To improve communication
4. Why is it important to assess a patient's condition before a transfer?
, To determine the patient's favorite position for comfort.
To ensure the patient has eaten before the transfer.
To prepare the patient for discharge.
To identify any potential risks or complications that may arise during
the transfer.
5. Describe how interdisciplinary conferences contribute to improved patient
outcomes.
Interdisciplinary conferences facilitate communication and
collaboration among various healthcare professionals, leading to
more coordinated and effective patient care.
Interdisciplinary conferences are used to train new nurses on technical
skills.
Interdisciplinary conferences are primarily focused on administrative
tasks and do not impact patient care.
Interdisciplinary conferences are held to discuss hospital policies
unrelated to patient care.
6. What is one key reason for providing patient education regarding the use of
restraints?
To increase the duration of restraint use.
To reduce the need for medication.
To ensure patient understanding and compliance.
To limit patient mobility.
7. Describe the rationale behind requiring two staff members to check restraints
on a patient.
, Restraints can be checked by any number of staff members without
specific requirements.
Having two staff members ensures safety and proper assessment of
the patient's condition.
One staff member can adequately assess the situation alone.
Two staff members are required for legal documentation purposes.
8. What do you actually need to document?
Patient response to treatment.
All of the above.
Change in patient condition.
Treatment, instructions, patient complaints, and equipment used.
Lack of improvement in patient's condition.
9. Describe how immobility can lead to complications in a patient's health.
Immobility improves muscle strength and reduces the risk of falls.
Immobility has no significant impact on patient health.
Immobility can lead to complications such as pressure ulcers,
muscle atrophy, and deep vein thrombosis due to lack of movement.
Immobility only affects the patient's mental state.
10. What is the purpose of Nursing care plan:
It is provided for the patient so they can know their health status.
Provides direction for individualized care
It is a physician order
, 11. What is the typical respiratory rate range for a healthy adult at rest?
10 to 15 breaths per minute
20 to 30 breaths per minute
15 to 25 breaths per minute
12 to 20 breaths per minute
12. What is therapeutic communication?
The use of oxygen equipment to assist patients with breathing.
Effective communication that builds trust and rapport with patients.
Ineffective communication that leads to misunderstandings.
The process of cleaning and caring for a patient's skin.
13. What is the primary purpose of Droplet Precautions in infection control?
To provide isolation for patients with airborne diseases.
To eliminate all forms of bacteria from surfaces.
To ensure proper hand hygiene among healthcare workers.
To prevent the spread of infectious agents through respiratory
droplets.
14. Describe the importance of monitoring a patient's vital signs while they are
in restraints.
Monitoring vital signs is unnecessary as restraints do not affect health.
Monitoring vital signs is crucial to ensure the patient's safety and
detect any adverse effects from the restraints.
