When giving an example of a fomite vehicle, the nurse describes a(n):
a. rabid dog.
b. person with AIDS.
c. contaminated stethoscope.
d. infected wound.
Question 2During an admission assessment the nurse collects objective and subjective data. An example of subjective data is that the patient:
a. is asleep.
b. is tearful.
c. has facial grimacing.
d. states, I hurt all over.
Question 3To meet the needs of an unconscious patient with a risk for skin impairment, the nurse will plan to have the patient's position changed every:
a. 30 minutes.
b. 60 minutes.
c. 120 minutes.
d. 180 minutes.
Question 4When interacting with the parents of a SIDS infant, one of the things the nurse attempts to assist with is:
a. referring the parents to a psychologist.
b. encouraging the parents to remain stoic.
c. allaying feelings of guilt and blame.
d. learning how the event could have been prevented.
Question 5Primitive medical interventions were based on the belief that illness was caused by the presence of _______________ _________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 6To provide a safe environment for the patient, the nurse should be diligent in:
a. keeping a light on at night to prevent falls.
b. hand hygiene between patient contacts.
c. regulating the temperature to avoid drafts.
d. changing the bed linen to diminish microorganisms.
Question 7Florence Nightingale established a nursing school at Saint Thomas Hospital in London. It was characterized by: (Select all that apply.)
a. Allowing all applicants who applied to be enrolled
b. Offering formal and practical educational experiences
c. Keeping records of students' progress
d. Focusing on sanitation and hygiene
e. Retaining a registry of all graduates
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