ATBUTH School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers

ATBUTH School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers

Here they are;

Which of the following is an example of a nosocomial infection?

a) Infection acquired in the community

b) Infection present at birth

c) Infection acquired in a healthcare setting

d) Infection caused by a virus

Answer: c) Infection acquired in a healthcare setting

What is the primary purpose of a bedpan or urinal in patient care?

a) To provide a comfortable sleeping surface

b) To assist with oral hygiene

c) To collect urine or feces when a patient cannot get out of bed

d) To monitor vital signs

Answer: c) To collect urine or feces when a patient cannot get out of bed

Which professional organization sets the standards for nursing practice in the United States?

a) WHO (World Health Organization)

b) ANA (American Nurses Association)

c) CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

d) FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

Answer: b) ANA (American Nurses Association)

What is the primary role of a nurse in the postoperative phase of surgery?

a) Administer anesthesia

b) Perform surgery

c) Provide emotional support and monitor the patient's recovery

d) Transport the patient to the operating room

Answer: c) Provide emotional support and monitor the patient's recovery

Which type of pain is typically associated with damage to tissues, such as cuts or burns?

a) Neuropathic pain

b) Visceral pain

c) Nociceptive pain

d) Referred pain

Answer: c) Nociceptive pain

What is the primary purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)?

a) Assessing skin integrity

b) Measuring blood pressure

c) Evaluating the level of consciousness

d) Monitoring oxygen saturation

Answer: c) Evaluating the level of consciousness

Which of the following is not a component of the SOAP note used in patient charting?

a) Subjective data

b) Objective data

c) Assessment

d) Prescription

Answer: d) Prescription

In which position should a patient with difficulty breathing or respiratory distress be placed?

a) Prone

b) Trendelenburg

c) High Fowler's

d) Supine

Answer: c) High Fowler's

Which of the following best describes the role of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)?

a) Performing advanced surgical procedures

b) Supervising nursing staff

c) Providing basic nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse

d) Diagnosing medical conditions

Answer: c) Providing basic nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse

What is the primary purpose of administering a subcutaneous injection?

a) Providing pain relief

b) Administering a vaccine

c) Delivering medication into the fatty layer beneath the skin

d) Administering intravenous (IV) fluids

Answer: c) Delivering medication into the fatty layer beneath the skin

Which of the following is an example of an open-ended question in patient communication?

a) "Are you feeling better today?"

b) "Is your pain a 7 on a scale of 1 to 10?"

c) "Tell me how you've been feeling lately."

d) "Did you take your medication this morning?"

Answer: c) "Tell me how you've been feeling lately."

What is the purpose of the Braden Scale in nursing?

a) Assessing risk for pressure ulcers

b) Measuring blood pressure

c) Evaluating oxygen levels in the blood

d) Determining the level of consciousness

Answer: a) Assessing risk for pressure ulcers

Which of the following is a common method of preventing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in hospitalized patients?

a) Bedrest

b) Ambulation and compression stockings

c) Elevating the legs

d) Providing plenty of fluids

Answer: b) Ambulation and compression stockings

What does the acronym ADPIE represent in the nursing process?

a) Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation

b) Administration, Documentation, Patient Interaction, Education

c) Analysis, Data Collection, Protocol Implementation, Evaluation

d) Assess, Determine, Plan, Intervene, Examine

Answer: a) Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation

What is the purpose of a nebulizer in respiratory therapy?

a) Monitoring blood pressure

b) Administering oxygen

c) Delivering medication in mist form to the lungs

d) Assisting with chest physiotherapy

Answer: c) Delivering medication in mist form to the lungs

What is the primary goal of palliative care?

a) Curing the underlying disease

b) Providing comfort and symptom management for patients with serious illnesses

c) Administering preventive vaccinations

d) Performing surgical procedures

Answer: b) Providing comfort and symptom management for patients with serious illnesses

Which of the following is a normal range for blood pressure in adults?

a) 80/40 mm Hg

b) 120/80 mm Hg

c) 160/100 mm Hg

d) 200/120 mm Hg

Answer: b) 120/80 mm Hg

What is the purpose of the RICE protocol in treating injuries?

a) Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation

b) Relax, Immobilize, Control, and Exercise

c) Respiratory, Infection control, Circulation, and Exercise

d) Radiology, Imaging, Consultation, and Examination

Answer: a) Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation

Which nursing theory is associated with the concept of "self-care" and the role of the nurse in helping patients achieve self-care?

a) Nightingale's Environmental Theory

b) Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory

c) Roy's Adaptation Model

d) Watson's Human Caring Theory

Answer: b) Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory

What is the purpose of the Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS) in nursing?

a) Assessing patient pain levels

b) Evaluating the level of consciousness

c) Measuring blood pressure

d) Assessing long-term outcomes after a brain injury

Answer: d) Assessing long-term outcomes after a brain injury