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Health Assessment Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Prompt sheets may be used in palliative care with patients who are
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prompt sheets assist reticent (hesitant or reserved) patients in communicating needs or concerns by providing structured cues. Mute patients cannot speak, aggressive patients may not engage, and depression affects mood, not necessarily communication willingness.
Question 2 of 5
Which is an example of what traditional medicine and complementary and alternative medicine therapies have in common?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Both traditional and complementary therapies can produce adverse effects in some patients, a shared characteristic despite their differing approaches.
Question 3 of 5
A high school graduate desires to become a registered nurse in order to work in a community setting. In which type of program should this student enroll?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Baccalaureate degree nurses are prepared to work in community care, addressing complex clinical situations and applying research, fitting the student’s goal.
Question 4 of 5
During a routine office visit, the NAP reports that a patient’s blood pressure is 128/84 mm Hg. During previous visits, the patient’s blood pressure was 110/70 to 114/74 mm Hg. What could account for the increase in blood pressure? Select ONE that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Multiple factors could elevate BP from baseline: Talking (A) increases BP due to vocal exertion;Playing with a pulse oximeter (B), room temperature (C), cuff size (D)
Question 5 of 5
Mr. Li, suffering from pneumococcal pneumonia, mouth temperature 40°C, pulse 120 beats/minute, dry lips, the following nursing measures are inappropriate
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ice packs on the head and soles (D) are inappropriate for a fever of 40°C in pneumonia; they’re ineffective for core cooling and may cause discomfort. Oral care (A), hydration (B), and frequent temperature checks (C) are standard and appropriate.