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Fundamentals of Nursing Vital Signs NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When providing care to an unconscious patient, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hygiene and oral care prevent complications. Ignoring hygiene (A), feeding-only (B), or no repositioning (D) risks neglect.
Question 2 of 5
The purpose of a cold compress is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cold reduces swelling and pain via vasoconstriction. It doesn’t increase circulation (B), prevent clots (C), or relax muscles (D).
Question 3 of 5
The main goal of therapeutic communication in nursing is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Therapeutic communication builds trust for effective care. Advice-only (B), technical focus (C), or avoidance (D) hinders rapport.
Question 4 of 5
An important aspect of nursing care for an incontinent patient is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regular changes prevent breakdown. Ignoring care (A), limiting fluids (C), or no bedpans (D) risks harm.
Question 5 of 5
When inserting a Foley catheter, the nurse must:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterile technique prevents UTIs. No gloves (A), speed (C), or no explanation (D) risks harm.