MNL EBAUGH SAFETY Questions and
Answers
While reviewing the health histories for a group of clients, the case manager becomes
concerned that several clients are at risk for falls. Which clients would benefit from fall
prevention interventions?
(Select all that apply.)
84-year-old male with chronic renal failure and macular degeneration
55-year-old female who lives alone and walks with two canes
70-year-old female prescribed three blood pressure medications
47-year-old male recovering from a fractured arm
55-year-old female recovering from breast cancer surgery - answer 1,2,3
A client is prescribed a chemical restraint for aggressive behavior. When reviewing the
client's medication administration record, which medication should the nurse use to
prevent the client from causing harm to self or other staff members?
digoxin (Lanoxin)
amoxicillin (Amoxil)
diazepam (Valium)
warfarin (Coumadin) - answer 3
The nurse team leader for a medical-surgical unit is reviewing client assignments made
for the staff nurses. Based on the National Patient Safety Goals, which clients will the
team leader identify as being at risk for safety issues?
(Select all that apply.)
Client scheduled for discharge after abdominal wound stitches are removed
Client who is depressed and refused antidepressant medication the previous evening
Client recovering from a stroke who is scheduled for physical therapy in the afternoon
Client who is scheduled for an amputation of the right foot
,Client with burning and pain when urinating - answer 2,4,5
The nurse manager determines that a staff nurse is demonstrating the knowledge,
skills, and attitudes for the competency of safety. Which skills did the manager observe
the nurse perform?
(Select all that apply.)
Applying gloves before emptying a client's wound drainage device
Following the identified rights of medication administration before giving a client a pain
medication
Notifying the environmental services team about a leaking sink in a client's bathroom
Entering log-in and password information before documenting in a client's medical
record
Washing hands before and after providing care to a client with an infection - answer
1,2,3,5
The nurse is planning interventions to address the National Patient Safety Goal of
correct client identification. Which nursing action supports this goal?
Matching the name on the client's wrist band with the medical administration record
Writing the client's first name next to the assigned staff on the assignment sheet
Placing the client's name on the room door
Asking the client to state their middle name - answer 1
The nurse is adhering to the competency of evidence-based practice while providing
client care. Which nursing intervention is an appropriate demonstration of this
competency?
Asking a nursing assistant to help turn and reposition a client in bed
Ensuring a dressing change is completed according to established protocols
Reviewing the results of a root cause analysis of wound infections
Explaining the pathophysiology of a client's disease process - answer 2
, Which QSEN competency is exemplified when nurses work with individuals from other
departments and disciplines to address conflict situations?
Evidence-based practice
Safety
Quality improvement
Teamwork and collaboration - answer 4
For which QSEN competency should the nurse demonstrate the ability to use electronic
client records?
Patient-centered care
Informatics
Quality improvement
Teamwork and collaboration - answer 2
Which goals are included in the National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) for an acute
care facility?
(Select all that apply.)
Document client care correctly.
Use evidence-based guidelines.
Prevent surgical site errors.
Prevent medication errors.
Identify clients correctly. - answer 1,3,4,5
What is the purpose of community-based safety programs?
Establish community gardens.
Improve employment opportunities.
Reduce healthcare costs.
Answers
While reviewing the health histories for a group of clients, the case manager becomes
concerned that several clients are at risk for falls. Which clients would benefit from fall
prevention interventions?
(Select all that apply.)
84-year-old male with chronic renal failure and macular degeneration
55-year-old female who lives alone and walks with two canes
70-year-old female prescribed three blood pressure medications
47-year-old male recovering from a fractured arm
55-year-old female recovering from breast cancer surgery - answer 1,2,3
A client is prescribed a chemical restraint for aggressive behavior. When reviewing the
client's medication administration record, which medication should the nurse use to
prevent the client from causing harm to self or other staff members?
digoxin (Lanoxin)
amoxicillin (Amoxil)
diazepam (Valium)
warfarin (Coumadin) - answer 3
The nurse team leader for a medical-surgical unit is reviewing client assignments made
for the staff nurses. Based on the National Patient Safety Goals, which clients will the
team leader identify as being at risk for safety issues?
(Select all that apply.)
Client scheduled for discharge after abdominal wound stitches are removed
Client who is depressed and refused antidepressant medication the previous evening
Client recovering from a stroke who is scheduled for physical therapy in the afternoon
Client who is scheduled for an amputation of the right foot
,Client with burning and pain when urinating - answer 2,4,5
The nurse manager determines that a staff nurse is demonstrating the knowledge,
skills, and attitudes for the competency of safety. Which skills did the manager observe
the nurse perform?
(Select all that apply.)
Applying gloves before emptying a client's wound drainage device
Following the identified rights of medication administration before giving a client a pain
medication
Notifying the environmental services team about a leaking sink in a client's bathroom
Entering log-in and password information before documenting in a client's medical
record
Washing hands before and after providing care to a client with an infection - answer
1,2,3,5
The nurse is planning interventions to address the National Patient Safety Goal of
correct client identification. Which nursing action supports this goal?
Matching the name on the client's wrist band with the medical administration record
Writing the client's first name next to the assigned staff on the assignment sheet
Placing the client's name on the room door
Asking the client to state their middle name - answer 1
The nurse is adhering to the competency of evidence-based practice while providing
client care. Which nursing intervention is an appropriate demonstration of this
competency?
Asking a nursing assistant to help turn and reposition a client in bed
Ensuring a dressing change is completed according to established protocols
Reviewing the results of a root cause analysis of wound infections
Explaining the pathophysiology of a client's disease process - answer 2
, Which QSEN competency is exemplified when nurses work with individuals from other
departments and disciplines to address conflict situations?
Evidence-based practice
Safety
Quality improvement
Teamwork and collaboration - answer 4
For which QSEN competency should the nurse demonstrate the ability to use electronic
client records?
Patient-centered care
Informatics
Quality improvement
Teamwork and collaboration - answer 2
Which goals are included in the National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) for an acute
care facility?
(Select all that apply.)
Document client care correctly.
Use evidence-based guidelines.
Prevent surgical site errors.
Prevent medication errors.
Identify clients correctly. - answer 1,3,4,5
What is the purpose of community-based safety programs?
Establish community gardens.
Improve employment opportunities.
Reduce healthcare costs.
