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 the "Glasgow Coma Scale" in nursing?

a) To assess the patient's hearing

b) To evaluate a patient's cognitive function

c) To assess the level of consciousness and neurological status

d) To measure a patient's temperature

Answer: c) To assess the level of consciousness and neurological status

When caring for a patient with a chest tube, what is a key nursing responsibility?

a) Ensuring the chest tube remains kinked to prevent air leaks

b) Keeping the chest tube below the level of the patient's chest

c) Clamping the chest tube to maintain pressure

d) Monitoring for proper tube placement and function

Answer: d) Monitoring for proper tube placement and function

What is the primary goal of the "Code Pink" in a healthcare setting?

a) To manage medication administration errors

b) To respond to an infant or child abduction in the hospital

c) To maintain cleanliness in patient rooms

d) To discuss patient care plans

Answer: b) To respond to an infant or child abduction in the hospital

In the context of medication administration, what does "pc" mean?

a) After meals (post cibum)

b) Before meals (ante cibum)

c) As needed (pro re nata)

d) Every hour (per cito)

Answer: a) After meals (post cibum)

What is the primary role of a nurse when providing care to a patient with a stoma?

a) Avoid discussing the stoma to prevent embarrassment

b) Change the stoma appliance and provide education and support

c) Apply adhesive bandages directly to the stoma

d) Limit fluid intake to prevent stoma complications

Answer: b) Change the stoma appliance and provide education and support

What is the primary purpose of the "Nursing Care Plan" in patient care?

a) To create a list of nursing staff duties

b) To document hospital equipment inventory

c) To provide individualized patient care and guide nursing interventions

d) To schedule patient appointments

Answer: c) To provide individualized patient care and guide nursing interventions

When assessing a patient's respiratory status, what does the term "Dyspnea" mean?

a) Rapid heart rate

b) Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

c) High blood pressure

d) Abnormal lung sounds

Answer: b) Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

What is the primary purpose of the "Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)" regulations in healthcare?

a) To limit patient access to healthcare facilities

b) To maintain strict confidentiality of patient information

c) To ensure the safety and health of healthcare workers by regulating workplace conditions

d) To determine hospital room assignments

Answer: c) To ensure the safety and health of healthcare workers by regulating workplace conditions

In the context of medication administration, what does "PO" stand for?

a) Per os (by mouth)

b) Percutaneous Organ

c) Pulmonary Obstruction

d) Personal Observation

Answer: a) Per os (by mouth)

What is the primary role of a nurse when providing post-operative care to a patient who has just had surgery?

a) Restrict the patient's movement to prevent complications

b) Administer sedative medications continuously

c) Encourage deep breathing, pain management, and monitor for complications

d) Avoid any patient communication

Answer: c) Encourage deep breathing, pain management, and monitor for complications

When assessing a patient's neurological status, what is the purpose of the "Pupillary Response" examination?

a) To measure the patient's heart rate

b) To assess the patient's respiratory function

c) To evaluate the size and reactivity of the pupils to light

d) To check for blood pressure changes

Answer: c) To evaluate the size and reactivity of the pupils to light

What is the primary purpose of the "Hippocratic Oath" in healthcare?

a) To promote ethical behavior among healthcare providers

b) To focus on the financial interests of healthcare providers

c) To emphasize the importance of lawsuits in healthcare

d) To assign blame for healthcare complications

Answer: a) To promote ethical behavior among healthcare providers

When caring for patients with wounds, what is an essential nursing intervention to prevent infection?

a) Leaving wounds uncovered to allow air to reach them

b) Using sterile gloves when assessing wounds

c) Frequent repositioning of the patient to minimize pressure on wounds

d) Avoiding documentation of wound care to save time

Answer: b) Using sterile gloves when assessing wounds

In the context of infection control, what is the term for the process of reducing the number of microorganisms on a surface or object to a safe level?

a) Disinfection

b) Cleaning

c) Sterilization

d) Antiseptics

Answer: a) Disinfection

What is the primary purpose of the "Hematocrit" measurement in healthcare?

a) To assess the patient's visual acuity

b) To evaluate the patient's hearing

c) To measure the percentage of red blood cells in the blood

d) To assess the patient's respiratory rate

Answer: c) To measure the percentage of red blood cells in the blood

When providing care to a patient with a tracheostomy, what is a crucial aspect of nursing care?

a) Keeping the tracheostomy tube open to maximize airflow

b) Regularly suctioning the patient's airway

c) Avoiding humidification of the tracheostomy site

d) Restricting patient communication to minimize complications

Answer: b) Regularly suctioning the patient's airway

What is the primary goal of "patient-centered care" in nursing?

a) To prioritize healthcare providers' convenience

b) To make all healthcare decisions for the patient

c) To provide care that is respectful and responsive to individual patient preferences and needs

d) To focus solely on medical treatments

Answer: c) To provide care that is respectful and responsive to individual patient preferences and needs

In the context of medication administration, what does the term "QID" mean?

a) Four times a day

b) Three times a day

c) Every hour (per cito)

d) Once a day

Answer: a) Four times a day

What is the primary purpose of the "Suctioning" procedure in nursing?

a) To encourage patients to drink more fluids

b) To remove excessive blood from a patient's body

c) To clear the airway of secretions and facilitate effective breathing

d) To promote patient comfort

Answer: c) To clear the airway of secretions and facilitate