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100

This is the number of times the nurse should check a medication prior to administration

What is three?

100

Nurses may need to place a nasogastric tube for enteral nutrition. The nurse would use these anatomical landmarks for measuring tube length prior to insertion

What are nose, earlobe, and Xiphoid process?

100

Match the routes of medication administration with their corresponding descriptions:

Routes of Medication Administration:

  1. Oral
  2. Intravenous (IV)
  3. Intramuscular (IM)
  4. Subcutaneous (SC)
  5. Topical

Descriptions: A. Directly into the bloodstream 

B. Through the skin or mucous membranes 

C. Into the muscle tissue 

D. Under the skin, but above the muscle E. By mouth, swallowed into the digestive system


  1. Oral - E
  2. Intravenous (IV) - A
  3. Intramuscular (IM) - C
  4. Subcutaneous (SC) - D
  5. Topical - B


100

Subcutaneous injections are given at this angle with this size needle

What is 45 degree and 5/8" or 90 degree and 3/8"

100


Fill in the blank: Proper foot hygiene includes ______& ______ to prevent fungal infections and maintain healthy skin.

What are washing and drying

200

A client states they do not want to take the morning medication being provided. The nurse decides to crush the med and give it in apple sauce. This medication "right" is being violated.

What is the "right to refuse"?

200

Clients receiving enteral nutrition must be able tolerate an elevated bed position at this angle

What is 45 degrees?

200

When preparing to mix a clear and cloudy insulin in one syringe, the nurse will inject AIR into which vial of insulin first

What is cloudy?

200

Intramuscular injections are given at this angle with this length of needle

What is 90 degree and 5/8" to 1.5 inch?

200

Dentures should be stored this way when not in use.

What is in cold water?

300

`The nurse reviews the following order in the client's chart. 

Give Tylenol 650 mg PO Q6hours prn.

Without additional information, which "right" of medication administration would be violated if this is given?

What is "right reason"?

300

These medication types would need to be substituted rather than crushed when caring for a patient with an NG tube?

What is XR, ER or enteric coated?

300

Question: Which of the following best describes a drug allergy?

A) A temporary adverse reaction to a medication 

B) An immune system response to a medication

C) A psychological aversion to a medication 

D) A genetic predisposition to tolerate certain medications

B) An immune system response to a medication

300

It is imperative for the nurse to do this to injection sites to prevent atrophy of tissue

What is rotate?

300

This type of bath may be given to cleanse parts of the client’s body that might cause discomfort or odor, if neglected, such as the face, hands, axillae, perineal area, and the back.

What is a Partial Bath?

400

This medication right(s) are not addressed in the following prescription:

Give J.M. 25 mg diphenhydramine now.

What are route & documentation?

400

Name and define at least 3 of the potential indications for NG tube insertion. 

Decompress, lavage, administer, manage, & aspirate

400

Your client has symptoms consistent with a diagnosis of dysphagia. This "risk for" nursing diagnosis would be prudent to monitor for

What is risk for aspiration?

400

This is the ideal muscle to give a 4mL IM injection for an adult

What is vastus lateralis?

400

 Why is oral care important for hospitalized patients?

A) To maintain a fresh breath for social interactions with visitors 

B) To prevent the development of cavities and tooth decay 

C) To reduce the risk of aspiration pneumonia and other respiratory infections

D) To improve the taste of food provided in the hospital

C) To reduce the risk of aspiration pneumonia and other respiratory infections

500

This medication administration right requires the nurse to reassess the client to determine if the desired medication affect has occurred

What is "right evaluation"?

500

The nurse is caring for a client receiving bolus feedings through the NG tube every 6 hours. These steps should be completed with each feeding.

1. Gloves

2. Elevate HOB

3. Check NG tube placement by aspiration

4.Check for volume of gastric residuals

5. Return residuals if less than 500 mL

6. Irrigate tube with 30 mL of water

7. complete feeding and/or med administration

8. Flush tube again with at least 30 mL of water.

500

This is the term used to describe a client who takes multiple mediations to treat the same illness. Name 2 ways to minimize the associated risk.

What is polypharmacy?

Medication reconciliation, encouraging use of one pharmacy, keeping a list of medications with the client, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, frequent communication between HCP.

500

Using these landmarks will ensure accurate access to the ventrogluteal muscle for IM injections

What are the greater trochanter, anterior superior iliac spine and iliac crest?

500

Name at least 3 steps the HCP should complete to ensure client safety after bedmaking.

  1. Verify that the bed is properly locked in place to prevent unintended movement.
  2. Ensure the bed is at an appropriate height to facilitate safe patient transfers.
  3. Confirm that all bed rails, if used, are securely in place to prevent falls.
  4. Assess the patient's comfort and positioning to prevent pressure ulcers or discomfort.
  5. Check the call bell system to ensure it is within reach and functioning properly for the patient to request assistance if needed.
  6. Instruct the patient on how to safely adjust their position in bed and encourage frequent repositioning to prevent stiffness and pressure ulcers.
  7. Educate the patient on the proper use of any assistive devices, such as bed controls or side rails, to promote independence and safety.
  8. Review proper procedures for summoning assistance from healthcare staff if the patient needs help or experiences any issues related to the bed change.
  9. Reinforce the importance of maintaining a clean and dry environment, including changing linens promptly if soiled, to prevent skin irritation and infection.
  10. Provide the patient and/or caregiver with contact information for reporting any concerns or emergencies related to the bed or patient safety.
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