Question 1

Which of the following is the BEST example of an activity of daily living (ADL) related to hygiene?

Accepted Answer

Brushing teeth and flossing regularly

Question 2

A patient with a hygiene ADL deficit due to sensory impairment is MOST likely to experience which of the following problems?

Accepted Answer

Inability to detect skin injuries or oral lesions

Question 3

When assessing oral care, which finding would require IMMEDIATE intervention?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding gums

Question 4

A nurse is teaching a patient about proper hair care. Which instruction is MOST appropriate for preventing scalp irritation?

Accepted Answer

Distribute oil along the hair shaft and stimulate circulation to the scalp

Question 5

Which of the following is the CORRECT order of steps in the nursing process?

Accepted Answer

Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation

Question 6

A nurse is prioritizing care for four patients. According to Maslow's Hierarchy, which patient should be attended to FIRST?

Accepted Answer

A patient with airway obstruction

Question 7

Which of the following is a key principle of effective delegation in nursing?

Accepted Answer

Delegate tasks based on the right task, right circumstance, right person, right direction, and right supervision

Question 8

A nurse is preparing to administer medication using a multidose vial. Which action is CORRECT to prevent microbial growth?

Accepted Answer

Label with time and date when first used

Question 9

A patient requires a subcutaneous (SUBQ) injection. Which site is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Upper outer arm

Question 10

When administering insulin, which of the following is TRUE regarding mixing NPH (cloudy) and regular (clear) insulin?

Accepted Answer

Draw up regular insulin before NPH insulin

Question 11

A nurse is teaching a patient about proper shaving technique. Which instruction is CORRECT?

Accepted Answer

Shave with the direction of hair growth for the face and against for legs

Question 12

Which of the following is the BEST example of self-care in hygiene?

Accepted Answer

Patient independently manages their personal hygiene in the bathroom

Question 13

A nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of a teaching session about oral hygiene for a diabetic patient. Which outcome BEST demonstrates understanding?

Accepted Answer

Patient brushes and flosses after every meal

Question 14

Which of the following is a correct step when using a Metered-Dose Inhaler (MDI) with a spacer?

Accepted Answer

Insert the mouthpiece cover from MDI and spacer, then attach MDI to spacer

Question 15

A nurse is planning care for a patient with limited mobility. Which hygiene intervention is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Provide partial bed bath focusing on areas difficult for the patient to reach

Question 16

Which of the following is a critical check when administering medication according to safe practice guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Compare the medication with the MAR immediately before pouring

Question 17

A nurse is assessing a patient’s scalp for hygiene. Which finding indicates a need for further evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Presence of lice or nits

Question 18

Which formula correctly represents the calculation for the maximum volume for a subcutaneous injection?

Accepted Answer

$$V_{max} = 1\ 	ext{ml}$$

Question 19

A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular (IM) injection. Which angle should the needle be inserted?

Accepted Answer

$$90^\circ$$

Question 20

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with dry, cracked lips?

Accepted Answer

Encourage increased water intake and apply lip balm

Hygiene, Nursing Process, and Medication Administration: Study Notes for Anatomy & Physiology and Nursing Students

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