RSCHST School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers

RSCHST School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers

Here they are;

Which of the following vital signs should be monitored most closely when a patient is receiving intravenous (IV) chemotherapy?

a) Blood pressure

b) Respiratory rate

c) Heart rate

d) Temperature

Answer: a) Blood pressure

What is the priority nursing intervention when caring for a patient with anaphylactic shock?

a) Administering pain medication

b) Administering an antihistamine

c) Ensuring a patent airway and administering epinephrine

d) Monitoring urine output

Answer: c) Ensuring a patent airway and administering epinephrine

A patient with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is prescribed enoxaparin (Lovenox). What should the nurse assess before administering the medication?

a) Blood pressure

b) Platelet count

c) Pupil size

d) Respiratory rate

Answer: b) Platelet count

Which of the following is a common side effect of opioids that the nurse should monitor for in patients receiving these medications?

a) Diarrhea

b) Bradycardia

c) Hypertension

d) Respiratory depression

Answer: d) Respiratory depression

When caring for a patient with diabetes, what is the primary purpose of insulin administration?

a) To lower blood pressure

b) To increase blood sugar levels

c) To regulate blood glucose levels

d) To provide pain relief

Answer: c) To regulate blood glucose levels

Which nursing action is appropriate for preventing pressure ulcers in a bedridden patient?

a) Frequent turning and repositioning

b) Using a heating pad under the patient

c) Massaging bony prominences

d) Applying tight dressings over wounds

Answer: a) Frequent turning and repositioning

What is the purpose of the "Rights of Medication Administration" in nursing practice?

a) To restrict patient access to medications

b) To ensure the correct medication is administered to the right patient

c) To limit the use of technology in medication administration

d) To maintain strict confidentiality regarding medications

Answer: b) To ensure the correct medication is administered to the right patient

When providing care to an elderly patient, the nurse should be aware that the patient may be at higher risk for:

a) Hypertension

b) Decreased skin fragility

c) Decreased risk of falls

d) Impaired cognitive function

Answer: d) Impaired cognitive function

A patient with a spinal cord injury is at risk of autonomic dysreflexia. Which action by the nurse is essential in preventing or managing this condition?

a) Elevating the patient's legs

b) Administering a muscle relaxant

c) Loosening tight clothing

d) Providing a warm blanket

Answer: c) Loosening tight clothing

What is the primary purpose of the "chain of infection" concept in infection control?

a) To identify the source of infection

b) To break the cycle of infection transmission

c) To determine the type of microorganism causing the infection

d) To determine the appropriate antibiotic for treatment

Answer: b) To break the cycle of infection transmission

When assessing a patient's level of consciousness, which scale is commonly used to evaluate eye, verbal, and motor responses?

a) Visual Analog Scale (VAS)

b) Numeric Pain Rating Scale

c) Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)

d) Modified Rankin Scale

Answer: c) Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)

Which nursing action is crucial when caring for a patient with a suspected gastrointestinal bleed?

a) Administering antipyretics

b) Monitoring for signs of fluid overload

c) Administering antacids immediately

d) Providing a high-fiber diet

Answer: b) Monitoring for signs of fluid overload

What is the primary purpose of suctioning a patient's airway?

a) To assess respiratory rate

b) To stimulate coughing

c) To clear secretions and maintain airway patency

d) To administer oxygen

Answer: c) To clear secretions and maintain airway patency

A patient with a central venous catheter is at risk of developing catheter-related bloodstream infections. Which nursing intervention can help reduce this risk?

a) Avoid flushing the catheter with saline

b) Change the catheter dressing once a week

c) Use aseptic technique when accessing the catheter

d) Administer antibiotics through the catheter daily

Answer: c) Use aseptic technique when accessing the catheter

What is the primary goal of pain assessment in nursing practice?

a) To ensure patients receive strong pain medications

b) To prevent pain

c) To evaluate the effectiveness of pain management interventions

d) To measure blood pressure

Answer: c) To evaluate the effectiveness of pain management interventions

A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed oxygen therapy. What should the nurse monitor to prevent oxygen toxicity?

a) Pulse oximetry

b) Arterial blood gases (ABGs)

c) Blood pressure

d) Respiratory rate

Answer: b) Arterial blood gases (ABGs)

Which of the following nursing interventions is essential to prevent hospital-acquired infections?

a) Isolating all patients with any infection

b) Administering antibiotics to all patients

c) Practicing proper hand hygiene

d) Encouraging visitors to bring in food

Answer: c) Practicing proper hand hygiene

What is the primary purpose of the Braden Scale in nursing practice?

a) To assess a patient's level of consciousness

b) To measure blood pressure

c) To evaluate a patient's risk for pressure ulcers

d) To determine the patient's pain level

Answer: c) To evaluate a patient's risk for pressure ulcers

Which nursing action is essential when caring for a patient with a nasogastric tube?

a) Apply suction continuously

b) Keep the head of the bed flat

c) Confirm tube placement by checking pH level

d) Provide regular oral intake to the patient

Answer: c) Confirm tube placement by checking pH level

When assessing a patient's skin integrity, which area is particularly prone to pressure ulcers in a wheelchair-bound individual?

a) Back of the head

b) Elbows

c) Heels

d) Sacrum

Answer: b) Elbows