Fundamentals of nursing multiple choice questions and answers.
Important Multiple Choice Questions for AIIMS NORCET Preparation of Nursing Officer post
1. Which type of support surface is designed to redistribute pressure and reduce friction and shear forces?
(A) Air mattress
(B) Inflatable cushion
(C) Memory foam pad
(D) Standard mattress
Ans. (A)
2. How often should a patient at risk for pressure sores be repositioned?
(A) Every hour
(B) Every 4 hours
(C) Once a day
(D) Only when the patient complains of discomfort
Ans. (B)
3. What is the nurse's role in documenting pressure sores?
(A) Reporting pressure sores only if they are severe
(B) Documenting the location, size, stage, and treatment of the pressure sore
(C) Ignoring pressure sores if the patient has a known history of them
(D) Documenting pressure sores only during night shifts
Ans. (B)
4. Which action should a nurse take if a patient develops a pressure sore?
(A) Apply adhesive bandages directly on the sore
(B) Inform the healthcare provider and implement appropriate interventions
(C) Ignore the pressure sore if it is not causing pain
(D) Apply talcum powder to keep the area dry
Ans. (B)
5. What is the primary goal of pressure sore treatment?
(A) Promoting rapid wound closure
(B) Relieving pain
(C) Preventing infection and promoting wound healing
(D) Making the sore less visible
Ans. (C)
6. How should a nurse clean a pressure sore?
(A) Vigorously scrubbing the sore with a washcloth
(B) Using a gentle cleanser and sterile technique
(C) Pouring hydrogen peroxide directly onto the sore
(D) Applying alcohol to the sore and allowing it to air dry
Ans. (B)
7. Which factor contributes to the delayed healing of pressure sores?
(A) Adequate blood flow to the area
(B) Presence of infection
(C) Regular dressing changes
(D) Application of adhesive bandages
Ans. (B)
8. In addition to nutrition, what other factor plays a crucial role in wound healing, including pressure sores?
(A) Medication administration
(B) Adequate oxygenation of tissues
(C) Frequent application of heat packs
(D) Immobilization of the affected area
Ans. (B)
9. When educating patients about pressure sore prevention, what should the nurse emphasize?
(A) The importance of avoiding all movement to prevent pressure
(B) The significance of maintaining good nutrition and hydration
(C) The need to lie on one side continuously
(D) The benefits of vigorously massaging bony areas
Ans. (B)
10. Which action should a nurse prioritize when caring for a patient with a pressure sore?
(A) Keeping the area moist with petroleum jelly
(B) Elevating the affected limb to improve blood flow
(C) Conducting regular skin assessments and implementing preventive measures
(D) Using adhesive bandages to cover the sore
Ans. (C)
11. Clients have the right to:
(A) Smoke in any area of the Institute
(B) Have access to a telephone
(C) Go anywhere in the Institute
(D) See other clients’ medical reports
Ans. (B)
12. Proper use of a waist restraint requires what the nurse should do.
(A) Continuous check for 10 minutes
(B) Watch for skin irritation
(C) Tie restraints to the side rail
(D) To prevent the patient from moving, tighten the constraint
Ans. (B)
13. To prevent the spread of infection, how should the nurse handle the soiled linens removed from a patient’s bed?
(A) Shake them in the air
(B) Put them in a tidy mound on the floor
(C) Carry them close to the nurse’s uniform
(D) Place them in the dirty laundry bag
Ans. (D)
14. The nurse is asked by a confused patient what day it is. The nurse should do?
(A) State that memory loss is normal while the date is not significant
(B) Ignore the request
(C) Speak the date while indicating the date on a calendar
(D) State the date and test the patient later on
Ans. (C)
15. To avoid pulling the catheter when turning a male patient, the catheter tube must be taped to the patient’s….
(A) Bedsheet
(B) Upper thigh
(C) Bed frame
(D) Hip
Ans. (B)
16. A nurse can assist the patient with their spiritual needs by doing…
(A) Taking patients to the nurse’s worship place
(B) Permitting patients to discuss their convictions
(C) Avoiding any religious discussions
(D) Describing the nurse's spiritual convictions
Ans. (B)
17. A nurse must wear gloves when..
(A) Feeding a kid
(B) Doing perineal care
(C) Giving a back care
(D) Doing range of motion
Ans. (B)
18. When getting ready to dress a patient, what the nurse should do?
(A) Get the first clothes the nurse can reach in the closet
(B) Offer the patient a selection of clothing
(C) Dress the patient in the clothing she wore the day before
(D) Pick out outfits the nurse enjoys wearing
Ans. (B)
19. If the nurse discovers a fire in a patient’s room, what should she do first?
(A) Call the senior nurse
(B) Escape from that place
(C) Open a window
(D) Remove the patient
Ans. (D)
20. Which of the following dying stages is typically the last one?
(A) Anger
(B) Acceptance
(C) Bargaining
(D) Depression
Ans. (B)
21. Whether a client exclaims, "God is punishing me" or "Why me?", how should the nurse respond?
(A) Reply, “God doesn’t punish people.”
(B) Listen quietly
(C) Ignore the client
(D) Make jokes
Ans. (B)
22. What is the name of the thing that replaces a missing bodily part?
(A) Pronation
(B) Abduction
(C) External rotation
(D) Prosthesis
Ans. (D)
23. Which area of a sweater is put on first when a client has a left-sided weakness?
(A) Both arms are put in at the same time
(B) The right arm is put in first
(C) The left arm is put in first
(D) The head is inserted first
Ans. (C)
24. In order to keep an accurate medical record, what should the nurse do?
(A) Only note what the client tells her
(B) Delay making entries in the medical record
(C) Note the date and time for each entry
(D) Use frequently used terms
Ans. (C)
25. What is the most common error that happens when taking an apical pulse?
(A) Pressing too firmly with the stethoscope
(B) Counting for a full minute
(C) Forgetting to subtract the radial pulse
(D) Missing a beat or adding an extra beat
Ans. (C)
26. If a nurse is in the middle of administering medication and the client states, “I don’t want to take this medication,” what should the nurse do?
(A) Finish administering the medication
(B) Ask the client why they don’t want to take the medication
(C) Offer the medication to the client with a glass of water
(D) Stop the procedure, document the incident, and report it to the charge nurse
Ans. (D)
27. When cleaning a patient in bed, in which direction should the nurse wash?
(A) From the least contaminated area to the most contaminated area
(B) From the most contaminated area to the least contaminated area
(C) Randomly, it doesn’t make a difference
(D) Always from left to right
Ans. (A)
28. When helping a patient out of bed for the first time, what should the nurse assess before standing the patient up?
(A) The patient’s pulse rate
(B) The patient’s respiratory rate
(C) The patient’s blood pressure
(D) The patient’s level of consciousness
Ans. (C)
29. When providing perineal care for a female patient, which direction should the nurse wipe?
(A) Back to front
(B) Front to back
(C) Side to side
(D) There is no specific direction
Ans. (B)
30. A nurse is assisting a patient with ambulation. What must the nurse motivate the patient to carry out?
(A) Take small, shuffling steps
(B) Look down at their feet while walking
(C) Keep their head and chin up
(D) Walk without any support or assistance
Ans. (C)
31. What is the primary purpose of using a trochanter roll for a patient in bed?
(A) To prevent external rotation of the hips
(B) To prevent internal rotation of the hips
(C) To keep the patient from sliding down in bed
(D) To immobilize the patient's legs
Ans. (B)
32. How should a nurse position a patient who has just had a lumbar puncture?
(A) On the affected side
(B) On the unaffected side
(C) Flat on their back
(D) In a semi-Fowler's position
Ans. (C)
33. What is the proper way to remove a gown from a patient who has an IV in place?
(A) Ask the patient to sit up and remove the gown from the back
(B) Gently cut the gown off to avoid disturbing the IV
(C) Disconnect the IV before removing the gown
(D) Carefully slide the gown off without disturbing the IV
Ans. (D)
34. When assisting a patient with eating, what should the nurse do if the patient starts to choke?
(A) Encourage the patient to drink more water
(B) Quickly perform the Heimlich maneuver
(C) Remove all food and fluids from the room
(D) Continue to encourage the patient to eat
Ans. (B)
35. A patient has a nasogastric tube in place. How should the nurse verify that the tube is in the correct position before administering medication?
(A) Check the tube's placement with a stethoscope
(B) Ask the patient to swallow and observe for any difficulty
(C) Use a pH strip to check the acidity of gastric aspirate
(D) Measure the length of the exposed tube and compare it to the initial insertion length
Ans. (C)
36. What is another common term for pressure sores?
(A) Decubitus ulcers
(B) Contusion wounds
(C) Abrasions
(D) Friction burns
Ans. (A)
37. Pressure sores often develop in areas where there is pressure over bony prominences. Which of the following is not a common site for pressure sores?
(A) Heels
(B) Sacrum
(C) Elbows
(D) Abdomen
Ans. (D)
38. Which of the following factors increases the risk of developing pressure sores?
(A) Adequate nutrition
(B) Frequent repositioning
(C) Moisture on the skin
(D) Well-hydrated skin
Ans. (C)
39. What is one of the primary responsibilities of a nurse in preventing pressure sores?
(A) Providing regular massages to bony areas
(B) Keeping the patient in one position for extended periods
(C) Conducting thorough skin assessments
(D) Encouraging the patient to remain immobile
Ans. (C)
40. What is the first sign of a developing pressure sore?
(A) Redness of the skin
(B) Swelling
(C) Open wound
(D) Numbness
Ans. (A)
41. Which stage of pressure sore involves full-thickness skin loss with exposed subcutaneous tissue?
(A) Stage I
(B) Stage II
(C) Stage III
(D) Stage IV
Ans. (C)
42. In which stage of pressure sore may muscle and bone be exposed?
(A) Stage I
(B) Stage II
(C) Stage III
(D) Stage IV
Ans. (D)
43. What is an important nursing intervention for a patient with a pressure sore?
(A) Massaging the sore to increase blood flow
(B) Keeping the sore clean and dry
(C) Applying direct pressure to the sore
(D) Covering the sore with adhesive bandages
Ans. (B)
44. Which factor contributes to the development of pressure sores in immobile patients?
(A) Increased blood flow to affected areas
(B) Decreased pressure over bony prominences
(C) Friction and shear forces on the skin
(D) Adequate muscle strength
Ans. (C)
45. What is an essential component of a pressure sore prevention plan?
(A) Limiting fluid intake
(B) Using pressure-reducing devices
(C) Restricting mobility
(D) Applying heat packs to bony areas
Ans. (B)
46. How should a nurse position a patient with a lower leg cast?
(A) Elevate the leg on a pillow
(B) Maintain the dependant position for the leg
(C) Allow the leg to dangle over the side of the bed
(D) Place the leg in a crossed position over the opposite leg
Ans. (A)
47. A patient is prescribed a liquid medication, and the dose is 5 mL. Which measuring device should the nurse use to administer this medication?
(A) Oral syringe
(B) Medicine cup
(C) Teaspoon
(D) Dropper
Ans. (A)
48. What should the nurse do if a patient refuses to take their medication?
(A) Administer the medication anyway, as it's the doctor's order
(B) Document the refusal and report it to the charge nurse and physician
(C) Try to convince the patient to take the medication
(D) Discontinue the medication immediately
Ans. (B)
49. Which action should the nurse take if a patient complains of pain after a surgical procedure?
(A) Administer pain medication as ordered
(B) Tell the patient that pain is normal after surgery
(C) Wait for the next scheduled dose of pain medication
(D) Encourage the patient to tough it out
Ans. (A)
50. When applying restraints to a patient, what should the nurse do?
(A) Tie the restraints to the side rails of the bed
(B) Make sure the restraints are snug to prevent movement
(C) Apply the restraints to the patient's dominant hand
(D) Ensure that the restraints are tied with quick-release knots
Ans. (D)