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INDUSTRIAL NURSE EXAM QUESTIONS

1. The nurse in the immediate care clinic is assessing an 80-year-old client who lives with his son’s family and has scald burns on his hands and both forearms (first- and second-degree burns on 10% of his body surface area). What should the nurse do first? 1. Clean the wounds with warm water. 2.  Refer the client to a burn center. 3. Apply antibiotic cream. 4. Cover the burns with a sterile dressing. Answer:  2. Refer the client to a burn center. 2. Pleural effusion is also known as : 1. pneumothorax 2. hemothorax 3. hydrothorax 4. spontaneous pneumothorax Answer:

BURNS PATIENT RELATED NURSING QUESTION AND ANSWER

1. There has been a fire in an apartment building. All residents have been evacuated, but many are burned. Which clients should be transported to a burn center for treatment? Select all that apply. 1. An 8-year-old with third-degree burns over 10% of his body surface area (BSA). 2. A 20-year-old who inhaled the smoke of the fire. 3. A 40-year-old with second-degree burns on his right arm (about 10% of his BSA). 4. A 30-year-old with second-degree burns on the back of his left leg. 5. A 50-year-old diabetic with first- and second degree burns on his left forearm (about 5% of his BSA). Answer:

NURSING QUESTION AND ANSWERS

1. Which of the following systems is the most likely origin of pain the client describes as knifelike chest pain that increases in intensity with inspiration? a. Cardiac b. Pulmonary c. Musculoskeletal d. Gastrointestinal e. None of the above Answer:  b. Pulmonary 2. The nurse Mr. Aneesh P Vergees is reviewing the results of laboratory tests for a client who has AIDS. Which finding should alert the nurse that the client is at risk for a serious opportunistic infection? a)  CD4+ lymphocyte count of 350–450cells/µl b) decreased amount of human immunodeficiency virus c) 2:1 ratio of T-helper cells to T-suppressor cells d)   negative polymerase chain reaction e) None of the above Answer: 1)  CD4+ lymphocyte count of 350–450cells/µl 3. The best drug of choice to relive anxiety is a. Safinaze b. Tofranil c. Benzodiazepines d. Cogentin e. None of the above Answer: ? (Answer in the comment Box below with question Number) 4. A newborn infant is assessed using

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION AND ANSWERS FOR NURSES

1. A patient admitted to the hospital in hypertensive crisis is ordered to receive hydralazine (Apresoline) 20mg IV stat for blood pressure greater than 180/100 mmHg. The best response of the nurse to this order is to: A. Administer the dose and repeat as necessary B. Give medication if patient's blood pressure is > 190/100 mmHg C. Call the physician because the order is not clear D. Give the dose immediately and once Answer: D. Give the dose immediately and once 2. When ideas arise in unusual variety and pass through the mind rapidly is A. Pressure of speech B. Stereotypy of speech C. Preservation of ideas D. Pressure of thought 3. Which data should the nurse expect when taking a health history from a client diagnosed as having acute pyelonephritis? 1) recent urethral catheterization 2)  chronic urinary tract infections 3) long-standing hypertension 4) recent influenza exercises.

KEA STAFF NURSE EXAM QUESTIONS

KEA STAFF NURSE EXAM QUESTIONS 1. Which abnormal heart sound in a client recovering from a myocardial infarction should lead the nurse to suspect the onset of heart failure? 1) split S1 2)pericardial friction rub 3) ejection click 4)   gallop rhythm 2. A common problem your history may uncover is the use of medications. 1) multiple 2) illegal 3) analgesic 4) Outdated E. OTC KEA Nursing Officer Exam Model Question Paper 2024 3.  A nurse asks a nursing assistant to help admit an elderly client diagnosed with pneumonia. Which activity is appropriate for the nurse to ask the assistant to perform? 1) Assess lung sounds. 2) Insert a small-bore feeding tube. 3) Obtain an arterial blood gas sample. 4) Obtain the client’s height and weight. Published by www.nursingwork.in 4. Which of the following landmarks is the corect one for obtaining an apical pulse? 1) Left second intercostal space, midclavicular line 2) Left fifth intercostal space, midclavicular line 3) Left inter

ESIC STAFF NURSE EXAM QUESTIONS

1. Where should the "heel" of the hands be placed during proper sternal CPR compression? a. 1.5 inches superior to xiphoid tip b. 3.0 inches superior to xiphoid tip c. 1.5 inches inferior to xiphoid tip d. 3.0 inches inferior to xiphoid tip 2. A nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric tube that is attached to low suction. The nurse monitors the client, knowing that the client is at risk for which acid-base disorder? a. Metabolic acidosis b. Respiratory alkalosis c. Respiratory acidosis d. Metabolic alkalosis 3. What is the most common cause of diarrhea in a child under the age of 7? a. Bacillus cereus b. Rotavirus c. Salmonella d. Clostridium difficile

KEA STAFF NURSE RECRUITMENT MODEL QUESTIONS

The following questions published by www.nursingwork.in  , which is useful for upcoming KEA staff Nurse recruitment written examination 1. Which part of the brain concerned with integration of effective, emotional, aspects of behavior, memories, and basic drives. A. Parasympathetic system. B. Limbic system. C. Sympathetic system D. Brain stem. 2. The nurse should suspect hypocalcemia when the client exhibits which signs? a)  tingling of the fingers, muscle spasms, and tetany b) night blindness, tachycardia, and weakness c) pale mucous membranes, shortness of breath, and lethargy d) bleeding tendencies, thirst, and hypotension 3. Exceeding which of the following serum cholesterol levels significantly increases the risk of coronary artery disease? a. l 200 mg/dl b. 150 mg/dl c. 175 mg/dl d. 100 mg/d

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS FOR NURSING EXAMS

1. A 27 year-old sexually active female presents to her family practitioner complaining of abdominal distension, nausea, and vomiting. Her last menstrual period was 15 weeks ago, which she attributes to her recent increase in exercise. Nevertheless, her physician requests a urine sample to measure levels of a glycoprotein secreted by which of the following structures? 1. Amnioblast 2. Cytotrophoblast 3. Mesonephros 4. Syncytiotrophoblast 5. Wharton's jelly Answer: 4.  Syncytiotrophoblast 2. The nurse interprets a patient's fear of being in situations or places that may be difficult or embarrassing to leave as evidence of 1. Social phobia 2. Generalized anxiety disorder 3. Agoraphobia 4. Panic disorder Answer: 1.  Social phobia 3. The nurse monitors the serum electrolyte levels of a client who is taking digoxin (Lanoxin). Which of the following electrolyte imbalances is common cause of digoxin toxicity? 1. Hypocalcemia. 2. Hyponatremia. 3. Hypomagnesemia. 4

HIV PATIENT RELATED NURSING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

A 35-year-old woman Mrs. Mohini G, has had severe watery diarrhea for the past 5 days. Two months ago, she had infectious mononucleosis. She abuses drugs intravenously and is seropositive for HIV. Physical examination shows dehydration and marked muscle weakness. 1. Which of the following laboratory abnormalities is most likely? A. Decreased serum K+ concentration B. Decreased serum Ca2+ concentration C. Increased serum HCO3- concentration D.  Increased serum Na+ concentration E. Increased serum pH Answer: D.  Increased serum Na+ concentration 2. In evaluating the cause of the diarrhea, which of the following studies is most appropriate? A. Colonic biopsy to identify Giardia lamblia B. Culture of the oral mucosa for Candida albicans C. Duodenal biopsy to identify Entamoeba histolytica D. Gastric aspirate to identify Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare E.  Stool specimen to identify Cryptosporidium Answer: E.  Stool specimen to identify Cryptosporidium 3. Further st

STAFF NURSE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Model Questions for ESIC Staff Nurse Recruitment Examination conducted in the year 2016. Published by www.indgovtjob.info 1. A patient who wishes to leave the hospital prior to the completion of treatment: A. May not do so under any circumstances. B.  Must be allowed to do so. C. May do so only if the doctor agrees. D. Must sign a release form before he/she leaves. Answer: B.  Must be allowed to do so. 2. Medical treatment of coronary artery disease includes which of the following procedures? A.  Oral medication administration B. Coronary artery bypass surgery C.   Cardiac catheterization D. Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty Answer: a.  Oral medication administration 3. Pulse oximetry is used during endoscopic procedures to: A. Monitor the depth of sedation. B. Measure carbon dioxide retention levels. C. Reduce the required number of nursing staff.

ESIC STAFF NURSE SOLVED QUESTION PAPER

Multiple choice questions for upcoming ESIC Staff Nurse Recruitment written examinations. published by www.nursingwork.in 1. The state of complete disorganization and confusion which lead to loss of identity and direction: a.  Chaos b. Bargaining c. Equilibrium d. Resistance Answer: a.  Chaos 2. 6. Which of the following risk factors for coronary artery disease cannot be corrected? a. Cigarette smoking b.  Heredity c. DM d. HPN Answer: b.  Heredity 3. Which of the following means translating the message into verbal and non verbal symbols to communicate the receiver: a. feedback b. Decoding c. Channel d.  Encoding Answer: d.  Encoding

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS FOR NURSING EXAM

1. What assessments should the practical nurse make initially to determine Mr. Hodory Prakash D'souza  level of consciousness? 1. Visual fields 2. Response to cold 3. Auditory acuity 4. Responses to painful stimuli  Answer:  4. Responses to painful stimuli  2. What should the practical nurse do initially for an elderly client who is suddenly shivering, reporting chills and has a temperature of 38.2 o C? 1. Cover the client with a blanket.  2. Change the client’s clothing and bed linen. 3. Provide cool, circulating air. 4. Begin oral hygiene procedures. Answer:  1. Cover the client with a blanket.  3. The practical nurse returns from break to find that the status of two clients has changed. The practical nurse now needs to assess their vital signs every 15 minutes and administer several stat. medications. In addition, a third client requires insulin. In evaluating this situation, what should the practical nurse conclude? 1. The present workload is unrealistic for

SENSORY SYSTEM NCLEX QUESTIONS

Sensory system NCLEX Questions questions published by  www.nursingwork.in Question No 1: During the initial assessment of a patient, the nurse observes the presence of bright red drainage on the eye dressing. Which of the following should be the nurse’s first action? A. Note the amount of drainage on the client’s record B. Continue to monitor the vital signs and pain C. Report the findings to the physician D. Mark the drainage on the dressing and monitor the amount and color Answer: C. Report the findings to the physician Bright red drainage on the dressing may indicate hemorrhage and must be reported to the physician immediately. Although monitoring vital signs and the client’s pain and recording the amount and color of the drainage are all important interventions, reporting the finding is the priority so emergency measures can be instituted

GASTRO INTESTINAL NURSING QUESTIONS

GI/GU Systems and GI/GU Disorders Nursing questions published at  http://nursingwrittentestquestions.blogspot.com by  www.nursingwork.in Question No.1: The nurse administers which of the following prescribed medications to a client with recurrent urinary tract infections caused by Escherichia coli? A. Hyoscyamine sulfate (Levsin) B. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim (Bactrim DS) C. Bethanechol chloride (Urecholine) D. Phenazopyridine hydrochloride (Pyridium) Answer: B. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim (Bactrim DS) Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim (Bactrim DS) is an antibiotic and

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM NURSING QUESTIONS

Endocrine System and Endocrine Disorders related questions published at  http://nursingwrittentestquestions.blogspot.com by www.nursingwork.in Question No.1: The nurse is caring for a client with myxedema. Which of the following would indicate to the nurse that the client’s condition is deteriorating? A. An increase in pulse rate and respirations B. Cold skin and episodes of chills C. Client complaints of palpitations D. Difficulty in arousing the client for medications Answer:  D. Difficulty in arousing the client for medications The most life-threatening complication for the client with myxedema is myxedema coma. This client already has decreased metabolism and as the condition worsens, cardiac, respiratory, and neurological systems slow down even more. The client then goes into a coma and may die from circulatory and respiratory collapse. If a client with myxedema becomes unable to be aroused, the client may be progressing into a coma.

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM NURSING QUESTIONS

Question: When preparing a client to collect a sputum specimen, it would be essential for the nurse to explain which of the following aspects of the procedure? A. Breathe deeply followed by coughing up sputum B. Avoid mouth care prior to collecting the specimen C. Collect the specimen before bedtime D. Restrict fluids prior to expectorating sputum Answer: A. Breathe deeply followed by coughing up sputum Breathing deeply should be followed by coughing up sputum in the collection process of a sputum specimen. Mouth care should be offered prior to collecting a sputum specimen.

CARDIOVASCULAR NURSING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

A client is brought to the emergency room with a third-degree heart block after experiencing an acute anterior myocardial infarction. Which of the following interventions is the priority on an emergency basis? A.Cardioversion B. Administer lidocaine C. Temporary pacemaker D. Administer atropine Answer: C. Temporary pacemaker A third-degree heart block is a lethal rhythm. It is the complete blockage of the atrial impulses into the ventricles. The block may be at the A-V node,

NCLEX QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Musculoskeletal/Integumentary Disorders and  Oncological/Immune Disorders (Adult) Questions published by  http://nursingwrittentestquestions.blogspot.com/ Musculoskeletal/Integumentary Disorders (Adult) related Nursing Question Question: The nurse assesses which of the following clinical manifestations in a client with osteomyelitis? Select which of the following not apply that apply: A. Night sweats B. Cool extremities C.  Restlessness D. Fever E. Nausea Answer: B. Cool extremities Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone characterized by both local and systemic manifestations. Systemic manifestations include fever, chills, night sweats, nausea, malaise, and restlessness. Oncological/Immune Disorders (Adult)  related Nursing Question Question: The nurse should instruct a client that which of the following is the most effective prevention against bladder cancer? A. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of fluid per day B. Void at least five times per day C. Take herbal supplements

NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS NURSING QUESTION AND ANSWER

Neurological Disorders (Adult) Nursing Question and Answer Published by  www.nursingwork.in Which of the following should the nurse assess to provide the most accurate information regarding a client suspected of having a C4 injury? A. Ask the client to grasp an object and make a fist B. Ask the client to straighten the flexed arms while applying resistance C. Ask the client to shrug the shoulders while applying downward pressure D. Ask the client to lift the arms while applying resistance Answer:  C. Ask the client to shrug the shoulders while applying downward pressure

MATERNITY NURSING QUESTION AND ANSWER

Maternity Nursing Question and Answer Published by  www.nursingwork.in The nurse informs a graduate nurse on a postpartum unit that the human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) would no longer be detected in the client’s blood at: A. One hour postpartum B. Two days postpartum C. Four weeks postpartum D. One week postpartum Answer: D: 

FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING QUESTION AND ANSWER

Fundamentals of Nursing Question and Answer Published by www.nursingwork.in The nurse assesses an older client in an assisted living facility who is crying uncontrollably and who tells the nurse, “I am going to be evicted because I ran out of money to live here.” Which of the following is the priority response by the nurse? A. “I am sure something will work out for you.” B. “Can you ask any of your family for money?” C. “You will qualify for Medicaid now that you have no money.” D. “There are other financial options available to you.” Answer:  D: The priority response for the nurse to make to a client who has exhausted all personal financial resources in an assisted living facility is that there are other options available.

PSYCHIATRIC NURSING QUESTIONS

Psychiatric Nursing Objective Type Questions 1. A married woman with three school-age children is caring for her 80-year-old father in her home. She reports feeling overwhelmed with her responsibilities and says, “I feel like everyone wants something from me.” The nurse should give priority to which intervention in the plan of care for this family? 1) Assist family members to clarify their expectations of each other. 2) Arrange for a live-in aide to care for the client’s father. 3) Suggest that the husband and children perform more household chores. 4) Encourage the woman to find a nursing home for her father. 2. Which client statement best indicates that nursing interventions directed toward motivating the client to change behavior have been effective? 1) “I just can’t seem to pull it together.” 2) “I wish I felt better.” 3) “I can’t stand this pain any longer.” 4) “I want someone to help me.” Nurses Recruitment Exam Question Paper for Download   3. What is the basic pr

NURSING MCQ QUESTIONS

1. Response of neonate towards noise is called :- A. Moro reflex B. Rooting reflex C. Startle reflex D. Tonic neck reflex 2. he most common normal position of the fetus in utero is: A. Transverse position B. Vertical position C. Oblique position D. None of the above Published by  www.nursingwork.in 3. Stages of malaria fever include all except - A. Cold stage B. Hot stage C. Sweating stage D. Fever stage 4. The nerve that transmits impules towards CNS is: a. Abducens b. Auditory c. Occulomotor d. Ventral root of spinal cord 5. The fate of the drug refers to the manner in which the drug is: A. excreted B. absorbed