Nursing Review
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Basic Nursing Skills | What is the most important practice to prevent infection in healthcare? | What step must be taken before administering medication? | What should the nurse do to verify a medication order? | What are the priority interventions for a patient with difficulty breathing? | What tasks can be delegated to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? |
Patient Safety | What should the nurse do before beginning a procedure? | What are some measures to prevent patient falls? | When should a patient be placed on fall precautions? | What should the nurse do after a fall occurs? | How can nurses contribute to a safer environment for patients? |
Communication and Education | What are the essential components of effective communication with patients? | How can nurses assess a patient's understanding of discharge instructions? | What strategy can enhance patient literacy during education? | Why is understanding a patient's cultural background important? | What is key in providing effective education to diverse patients? |
Ethics and Legal Issues | What is the purpose of obtaining informed consent from patients? | What is the nurse's responsibility when they suspect mistreatment of a patient? | What is a nurse's ethical duty in relation to patient care? | What is a nurse's legal obligation when managing patient records? | What is an ethical consideration when caring for patients with different values? |
Basic Pharmacology | What are the five rights of medication administration? | Name three classes of common medications nurses administer. | What must be considered when calculating pediatric medication dosages? | What should a nurse do after administering medications? | What should a nurse do before administering a new medication? |
Answer Key
Basic Nursing Skills
Q: What is the most important practice to prevent infection in healthcare?
A: Hand hygiene.
Q: What step must be taken before administering medication?
A: Check the patient's identification band.
Q: What should the nurse do to verify a medication order?
A: To ensure the patient receives the correct dose, MAR verification is key.
Q: What are the priority interventions for a patient with difficulty breathing?
A: Suctioning and maintaining airway patency.
Q: What tasks can be delegated to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
A: UAPs can help with feeding, bathing, or repositioning patients.
Patient Safety
Q: What should the nurse do before beginning a procedure?
A: Introduce yourself and verify the patient's identity.
Q: What are some measures to prevent patient falls?
A: Using bed rails and non-slip footwear.
Q: When should a patient be placed on fall precautions?
A: Patients should be on fall precautions if they are disoriented or unstable.
Q: What should the nurse do after a fall occurs?
A: Notify the healthcare provider and document the incident.
Q: How can nurses contribute to a safer environment for patients?
A: Maintain clear pathways and avoid clutter in patient care areas.
Communication and Education
Q: What are the essential components of effective communication with patients?
A: Active listening and open-ended questions.
Q: How can nurses assess a patient's understanding of discharge instructions?
A: Use the teach-back method to confirm comprehension.
Q: What strategy can enhance patient literacy during education?
A: Encouraging questions during education sessions.
Q: Why is understanding a patient's cultural background important?
A: Cultural sensitivity is crucial in nurse-patient interactions.
Q: What is key in providing effective education to diverse patients?
A: Developing a tailored teaching plan based on age, literacy level, and health beliefs.
Ethics and Legal Issues
Q: What is the purpose of obtaining informed consent from patients?
A: Informed consent ensures patient autonomy.
Q: What is the nurse's responsibility when they suspect mistreatment of a patient?
A: A Nurse must report each instance of suspected abuse.
Q: What is a nurse's ethical duty regarding patient care?
A: To advocate for patient rights and welfare.
Q: What is a nurse's legal obligation when managing patient records?
A: Respecting the confidentiality and privacy of patient information.
Q: What is an ethical consideration when caring for patients with different values?
A: Providing care without bias based on personal beliefs.
Basic Pharmacology
Q: What are the five rights of medication administration?
A: According to the right patient, drug, dose, route, time, and documentation.
Q: Name three classes of common medications nurses administer.
A: Antihypertensives, antibiotics, and analgesics.
Q: What must be considered when calculating pediatric medication dosages?
A: Correct calculation of dosages based on weight or body surface area.
Q: What should a nurse do after administering medications?
A: Assess for efficacy and side effects; monitor patient responses.
Q: What should a nurse do before administering a new medication?
A: The nurse should consult the pharmacy for drug interactions.