UDUTH School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers

UDUTH School of Nursing Past Questions and Answers

Here they are;

What is the primary purpose of "Intramuscular (IM) Injection" in nursing practice?

a) Administering medications for fun

b) Administering medications directly into the muscle tissue for faster absorption and prolonged effect

c) Avoiding all injection methods

d) Measuring blood pressure

Answer: b) Administering medications directly into the muscle tissue for faster absorption and prolonged effect

In nursing, what does the term "NPO" stand for regarding a patient's dietary status?

a) No Parental Oversight

b) Non-Pharmacological Order

c) Nothing by Mouth

d) Normal Patient Orientation

Answer: c) Nothing by Mouth

What is the role of a "Rehabilitation Nurse" in healthcare?

a) Administering medications for rehabilitation

b) Providing care and support to patients recovering from injuries or illnesses, focusing on restoring functional abilities and independence

c) Administering rehabilitation equipment

d) Focusing solely on long-term care

Answer: b) Providing care and support to patients recovering from injuries or illnesses, focusing on restoring functional abilities and independence

What is the primary purpose of "Patient Education" in nursing practice?

a) Avoiding all patient communication

b) Providing patients with entertainment

c) Empowering patients with the knowledge and skills to manage their health conditions and make informed decisions about their care

d) Administering education for the healthcare provider

Answer: c) Empowering patients with the knowledge and skills to manage their health conditions and make informed decisions about their care

What is the purpose of "Neonatal Nursing" in healthcare?

a) Administering neonatal vaccinations

b) Providing specialized care to newborn infants, especially those born prematurely or with health challenges

c) Administering anesthesia to neonates

d) Focusing solely on geriatric care

Answer: b) Providing specialized care to newborn infants, especially those born prematurely or with health challenges

In nursing, what does the term "Triage" mean in an emergency setting?

a) Treating all patients immediately

b) A form of nurse training

c) The process of prioritizing patient care based on the severity of their condition, available resources, and urgency

d) Avoiding emergency situations

Answer: c) The process of prioritizing patient care based on the severity of their condition, available resources, and urgency

What is the primary goal of "Patient Safety" in nursing practice?

a) Promoting unsafe practices

b) Eliminating all safety precautions

c) Ensuring the well-being and protection of patients from harm, errors, and accidents

d) Avoiding any attention to patient safety

Answer: c) Ensuring the well-being and protection of patients from harm, errors, and accidents

What is the role of a "Legal Nurse Investigator" in healthcare?

a) Administering legal investigations to patients

b) Providing specialized expertise in legal cases involving healthcare issues, often assisting with medical record reviews and analysis

c) Managing healthcare facility finances

d) Focusing solely on medical examinations

Answer: b) Providing specialized expertise in legal cases involving healthcare issues, often assisting with medical record reviews and analysis

What is the primary purpose of "Hand Hygiene" in nursing practice?

a) Avoiding handwashing

b) Promoting the use of harsh chemicals on hands

c) Preventing the spread of infections by thorough handwashing and hand sanitization

d) Eliminating all hand contact

Answer: c) Preventing the spread of infections by thorough handwashing and hand sanitization

In nursing, what does the term "CVA" stand for in the context of medical conditions?

a) Cardiac Valve Assessment

b) Cerebral Vascular Accident (Stroke)

c) Circulatory Vessel Aberration

d) Central Venous Access

Answer: b) Cerebral Vascular Accident (Stroke)

What is the role of a "Telehealth Nurse" in healthcare?

a) Administering medication through telecommunication devices

b) Providing remote healthcare services, assessment, and consultation to patients via telecommunication technologies

c) Managing telecommunication equipment

d) Focusing exclusively on in-person care

Answer: b) Providing remote healthcare services, assessment, and consultation to patients via telecommunication technologies

What is the primary purpose of "Oral Care" in nursing practice?

a) Avoiding all oral hygiene

b) Providing dental care only to patients with dental conditions

c) Promoting oral hygiene and preventing oral health issues in all patients

d) Administering oral medication without any oral care

Answer: c) Promoting oral hygiene and preventing oral health issues in all patients

What is the purpose of "Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration" in nursing care?

a) Isolating healthcare providers from other professionals

b) Promoting competition among healthcare providers

c) Collaborating with professionals from various healthcare disciplines to provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care

d) Avoiding collaboration with other healthcare professionals

Answer: c) Collaborating with professionals from various healthcare disciplines to provide comprehensive and coordinated patient care

In nursing, what does the term "GERD" stand for in the context of a medical condition?

a) Gastrointestinal Elimination Reaction Disorder

b) Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

c) Gastrointestinal Evaluation and Recovery Directive

d) Gastrointestinal Elimination Reaction Diagnosis

Answer: b) Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

What is the primary role of a "Teletriage Nurse" in healthcare?

a) Administering medications through telecommunication devices

b) Assessing and prioritizing patient health concerns and needs via telecommunication, often providing guidance on the appropriate level of care

c) Managing telecommunications equipment

d) Focusing exclusively on in-person triage

Answer: b) Assessing and prioritizing patient health concerns and needs via telecommunication, often providing guidance on the appropriate level of care

What is the purpose of "Respiratory Assessment" in nursing practice?

a) Administering respiratory medications

b) Assessing and monitoring a patient's respiratory status, including breathing rate, chest movement, and breath sounds

c) Avoiding any assessment of the respiratory system

d) Measuring blood pressure

Answer: b) Assessing and monitoring a patient's respiratory status, including breathing rate, chest movement, and breath sounds