AMBULATORY CARE NURSE
CERTIFICATION EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 2024-
2025
Which of the following laboratory test is most effective in
monitoring a client with DM blood glucose level?
A. Urine Glucose Level
B. Glucometer blood glucose testing
C. Hemoglobin A1C
D. Creatinine Levels Correct Answer C. Hemoglobin A1C
The client complains of sporadic Abnormal heart rate. An ECG
performed showed Normal Sinus rhythm. Labs were WNL and
assessment revealed no cardiovascular abnormalities. Which of
the following should the nurse anticipate the healthcare provider
will order?
A. Halter Monitoring
B. Admission to the hospital
C. Continuous EEG
D. Chest X-ray Correct Answer A. Halter Monitoring
The Ambulatory care nurse is preparing the client for the
application of a Holter monitor. Which information is vital for the
nurse to give the client?
A. Check blood glucose during halter monitoring
B. Maintain normal diet and exercising
C. Avoid Microwaves and the use of cell phones
D. Reduce exercise routine Correct Answer B. Maintain normal
Diet and exercise
The Ambulatory care nurse is assessing a new graduate nurses'
understanding of the importance of getting clients height and
weight before chemotherapy. Which statement indicates they
understand ?
,A. Height and weight are seldom required
B. height and weight are only needed when the chemotherapy
regimen is changed
C. Height and weight are needed to calculate the correct dosage
of chemotherapy
D. The chemotherapy dose will remain the same, even if there is
an increase in the amount of eight lost. Correct Answer C. Height
and weight are needed to calculate the correct dosage of
chemotherapy.
The Ambulatory care nurse is performing a guaiac fecal occult
blood test (gFOBT), Which of the following would indicate a
positive result?
A. Green reaction
B. Red reaction
C. Blue reaction
D. Yellow reaction Correct Answer C. Blue reaction
The nurse in the Medical oncology clinic is assessing a client who
is undergoing chemotherapy. The nurse obtained an oral temp of
102 degrees. which statement by the nurse indicates an
understanding of the clients' condition?
A. Since the client is feeling "ok" there is no further intervention
B. A temp of 102 is an expected finding after chemotherapy
C. Cal the MD to obtain an order of Tylenol as soon as possible
D. The client is post chemo and at risk for neutropenia fever. This
is an emergency and requires stat ABX or hospitalization Correct
Answer D. The client is post chemo and at risk for neutropenia
fever. This is an emergency and requires stat ABX or
hospitalization
The Ambulatory care nurse is performing a physical assessment
on a child who underwent chemotherapy. Which statement by the
client indicates that further evaluation is needed?
A. I ate my entire meal
,B. My ears are ringing
C. I play with my rother everyday
D. Sometimes I am tired Correct Answer B. My ears are ringing
The ambulatory care nurse is scheduling the client for gFOBT.
Which statement made by the client indicates that teaching was
effective?
A. This is an invasive test
B. I will not eat Mushrooms for 48-72 hours
C. I can take ASA if I am having a headache
D. I will reduce my fiber intake Correct Answer B. I will not eat
Mushrooms for 48-72 hours
Prioritization is an important aspect of the ambulatory care
nurse's time management plan. Which of the following clients
would the nurse see first?
A. A client with a BS of 150mg/dl and is asymptomatic
B. A client who complains of blood in urine 24hours POP TURP
C. A client with a blood pressure of 140/89 and is asymptomatic
D. A client in her 3rd trimester and has signs of preterm labor.
Correct Answer D. A client in her 3rd trimester and has signs of
preterm labor.
A client informed the ambulatory care nurse that the internet is
very helpful to her when reviewing health information. Which actin
is appropriate for the nurse to take?
A. Encourage the client to continue her independence by taking
her health in her own hands.
B. Educate the client on credible websites and the importance of
protecting private information
C. Do nothing. The client is knowledgeable about using the
internet.
D. Document the clients response in the chart. Correct Answer B.
Educate the client on credible websites and the importance of
protecting private information
, Which of the following strategies is appropriate when facilitating
conflict resolution?
A. Choose a side as soon as possible
B. Refrain from judging
C. Use minimal choices and options to reach a speedy solution
D. Blame the guilty party Correct Answer B. Refrain from judging
The ambulatory care nurse is working with a healthcare
organization that is seeking Magnet recognition. Which of the
following activities by the nurse is the best supporting evidence in
the Magnet application process
A. Being the charge nurse in the clinic
B. Participating in the nurses week celebration
C. Advancing to RN2 on the clinical ladder
D. Being the chairperson of the evidenced based council
committee Correct Answer D. Being the chairperson of the
evidenced based council committee
There are three ethical principles for human research. Which of
the following means the client has the right to elf determination?
A. Respect
B. Justice
C. Beneficence
D. Non maleficence Correct Answer
Which of the following organizations is responsible for evaluating
proposed research studies prior to their commencement?
A. Centers for disease control and prevention
B. Department of Health and Human services
C. Institution Review Board
D. Office of Disease prevention and Health Promotion Correct
Answer C. Institution Review Board
CERTIFICATION EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 2024-
2025
Which of the following laboratory test is most effective in
monitoring a client with DM blood glucose level?
A. Urine Glucose Level
B. Glucometer blood glucose testing
C. Hemoglobin A1C
D. Creatinine Levels Correct Answer C. Hemoglobin A1C
The client complains of sporadic Abnormal heart rate. An ECG
performed showed Normal Sinus rhythm. Labs were WNL and
assessment revealed no cardiovascular abnormalities. Which of
the following should the nurse anticipate the healthcare provider
will order?
A. Halter Monitoring
B. Admission to the hospital
C. Continuous EEG
D. Chest X-ray Correct Answer A. Halter Monitoring
The Ambulatory care nurse is preparing the client for the
application of a Holter monitor. Which information is vital for the
nurse to give the client?
A. Check blood glucose during halter monitoring
B. Maintain normal diet and exercising
C. Avoid Microwaves and the use of cell phones
D. Reduce exercise routine Correct Answer B. Maintain normal
Diet and exercise
The Ambulatory care nurse is assessing a new graduate nurses'
understanding of the importance of getting clients height and
weight before chemotherapy. Which statement indicates they
understand ?
,A. Height and weight are seldom required
B. height and weight are only needed when the chemotherapy
regimen is changed
C. Height and weight are needed to calculate the correct dosage
of chemotherapy
D. The chemotherapy dose will remain the same, even if there is
an increase in the amount of eight lost. Correct Answer C. Height
and weight are needed to calculate the correct dosage of
chemotherapy.
The Ambulatory care nurse is performing a guaiac fecal occult
blood test (gFOBT), Which of the following would indicate a
positive result?
A. Green reaction
B. Red reaction
C. Blue reaction
D. Yellow reaction Correct Answer C. Blue reaction
The nurse in the Medical oncology clinic is assessing a client who
is undergoing chemotherapy. The nurse obtained an oral temp of
102 degrees. which statement by the nurse indicates an
understanding of the clients' condition?
A. Since the client is feeling "ok" there is no further intervention
B. A temp of 102 is an expected finding after chemotherapy
C. Cal the MD to obtain an order of Tylenol as soon as possible
D. The client is post chemo and at risk for neutropenia fever. This
is an emergency and requires stat ABX or hospitalization Correct
Answer D. The client is post chemo and at risk for neutropenia
fever. This is an emergency and requires stat ABX or
hospitalization
The Ambulatory care nurse is performing a physical assessment
on a child who underwent chemotherapy. Which statement by the
client indicates that further evaluation is needed?
A. I ate my entire meal
,B. My ears are ringing
C. I play with my rother everyday
D. Sometimes I am tired Correct Answer B. My ears are ringing
The ambulatory care nurse is scheduling the client for gFOBT.
Which statement made by the client indicates that teaching was
effective?
A. This is an invasive test
B. I will not eat Mushrooms for 48-72 hours
C. I can take ASA if I am having a headache
D. I will reduce my fiber intake Correct Answer B. I will not eat
Mushrooms for 48-72 hours
Prioritization is an important aspect of the ambulatory care
nurse's time management plan. Which of the following clients
would the nurse see first?
A. A client with a BS of 150mg/dl and is asymptomatic
B. A client who complains of blood in urine 24hours POP TURP
C. A client with a blood pressure of 140/89 and is asymptomatic
D. A client in her 3rd trimester and has signs of preterm labor.
Correct Answer D. A client in her 3rd trimester and has signs of
preterm labor.
A client informed the ambulatory care nurse that the internet is
very helpful to her when reviewing health information. Which actin
is appropriate for the nurse to take?
A. Encourage the client to continue her independence by taking
her health in her own hands.
B. Educate the client on credible websites and the importance of
protecting private information
C. Do nothing. The client is knowledgeable about using the
internet.
D. Document the clients response in the chart. Correct Answer B.
Educate the client on credible websites and the importance of
protecting private information
, Which of the following strategies is appropriate when facilitating
conflict resolution?
A. Choose a side as soon as possible
B. Refrain from judging
C. Use minimal choices and options to reach a speedy solution
D. Blame the guilty party Correct Answer B. Refrain from judging
The ambulatory care nurse is working with a healthcare
organization that is seeking Magnet recognition. Which of the
following activities by the nurse is the best supporting evidence in
the Magnet application process
A. Being the charge nurse in the clinic
B. Participating in the nurses week celebration
C. Advancing to RN2 on the clinical ladder
D. Being the chairperson of the evidenced based council
committee Correct Answer D. Being the chairperson of the
evidenced based council committee
There are three ethical principles for human research. Which of
the following means the client has the right to elf determination?
A. Respect
B. Justice
C. Beneficence
D. Non maleficence Correct Answer
Which of the following organizations is responsible for evaluating
proposed research studies prior to their commencement?
A. Centers for disease control and prevention
B. Department of Health and Human services
C. Institution Review Board
D. Office of Disease prevention and Health Promotion Correct
Answer C. Institution Review Board
