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  • What is Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral reasoning best described as?
    Stages of moral development
  • Which structure is included in the forebrain?
    Thalamus
  • Which nursing diagnosis would best apply to a child with rheumatic fever? a) Risk for infection b) Impaired physical mobility c) Acute pain d) Ineffective breathing pattern
    c) Acute pain
  • What tool is used to cut flower stems?
    Pruning shears
  • A nurse is caring for a client with a hemodialysis access site. Which action should the nurse take? a) Apply a tourniquet above the site b) Monitor for signs of infection c) Administer anticoagulants d) Restrict fluid intake
    b) Monitor for signs of infection
  • What is a characteristic of the taiga biome?
    Dense evergreen forests
  • What are the parts that make up a seed?
    Embryo, endosperm, seed coat
  • Which of these structures stores energy in the form of glycogen? a) Liver b) Heart c) Lungs d) Kidneys
    a) Liver
  • What is an example of a positive symptom of schizophrenia?
    Hallucinations
  • Which structure is part of the conducting zone in the respiratory system?
    Bronchi
  • What is the primary function of the larynx? a) Gas exchange b) Sound production c) Digestion d) Blood filtration
    b) Sound production
  • Which statement best describes how the body moves? a) Muscles contract to pull on bones b) Bones push against each other c) Ligaments stretch to create movement d) Tendons relax to allow motion
    a) Muscles contract to pull on bones
  • Which event would require a nurse to complete and file an incident report? a) Administering medication on time b) A patient fall c) Routine vital sign check d) Patient discharge
    b) A patient fall
  • How many primary roots are in a taproot system? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four
    a) One
  • Which nursing statement would best ease a client’s anxiety before an emergency operative procedure? a) 'You have nothing to worry about.' b) 'The procedure is routine and the team is experienced.' c) 'You should be scared, but we will do our best.' d) 'I don't know what will happen.'
    b) 'The procedure is routine and the team is experienced.'
  • Which outcome for a client with a new colostomy is written correctly? a) The client will understand the procedure. b) The client will demonstrate colostomy care by discharge. c) The client will feel better. d) The client will be happy.
    b) The client will demonstrate colostomy care by discharge.
  • What is the largest organ of the body?
    Skin
  • After undergoing a liver biopsy, what is the nurse’s priority action? a) Encourage ambulation b) Monitor for bleeding c) Administer pain medication d) Provide a high-protein diet
    b) Monitor for bleeding
  • Into which route is parenteral nutrition administered?
    Intravenous line
  • The involuntary contraction of muscles is known as what? a) Spasm b) Relaxation c) Extension d) Flexion
    a) Spasm
  • Which structure acts as a countercurrent exchanger? a) Nephron loop b) Alveoli c) Capillaries d) Lymph nodes
    a) Nephron loop
  • Which client requires immediate nursing intervention? The client who: a) Has a mild headache b) Is experiencing chest pain c) Has a low-grade fever d) Is sleeping
    b) Is experiencing chest pain
  • What type of event requires an incident report in a healthcare setting?
    A patient fall
  • Which is an example of a nurse-initiated intervention? a) Administering prescribed medication b) Turning a patient to prevent bedsores c) Performing surgery d) Diagnosing a condition
    b) Turning a patient to prevent bedsores
  • Which body system supplies the body with nutrients and energy? a) Respiratory system b) Digestive system c) Nervous system d) Integumentary system
    b) Digestive system
  • What is a benefit of Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE)?
    Reduces transcription errors
  • What is not a component of the production process?
    Waste
  • Which structure is a hollow muscular sac? a) Heart b) Stomach c) Bladder d) Liver
    c) Bladder
  • Which assessment finding by the nurse would warrant immediate action? a) Normal heart rate b) Elevated blood pressure c) Regular breathing d) Stable temperature
    b) Elevated blood pressure
  • During exercise, which system is primarily responsible for delivering oxygen to muscles? a) Digestive system b) Respiratory system c) Nervous system d) Integumentary system
    b) Respiratory system
  • Through which route is parenteral medication often administered?
    Intravenous
  • Which part of the stamen looks like a stalk? a) Anther b) Filament c) Ovary d) Stigma
    b) Filament
  • What can mild cognitive impairment (MCI) be a precursor to?
    It can be a precursor to Alzheimer's disease
  • With which nursing action is the nurse performing a surveillance or monitoring intervention? a) Administering medication b) Checking vital signs c) Assisting with ambulation d) Providing patient education
    b) Checking vital signs
  • What is an inappropriate nursing action by the surgical nurse?
    Leaving the operating room unattended
  • How can alternative and complementary therapies be used in relation to conventional medicine?
    They can be used alongside conventional medicine
  • Which nursing student would most likely be held liable for negligence? a) One who follows all protocols b) One who documents care accurately c) One who administers medication without supervision d) One who communicates effectively with patients
    c) One who administers medication without supervision
  • What healthcare trend was caused by the baby boom from 1946 to 1964?
    Growth in geriatric care
  • Which is the priority question for the nurse to consider before implementing a new intervention? a) Is it cost-effective? b) Is it evidence-based? c) Is it popular among patients? d) Is it easy to perform?
    b) Is it evidence-based?