Sample Questions

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Exam Questions

Question 1
When a resident is coughing excessively and droplets may reach your clothing, you must wear:
A. gloves, goggles, and gown
B. goggles, gloves, and mask
C. a gown, footwear, and gloves
D. gloves, mask, and gown
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Droplet precautions require a mask, gown, and gloves; goggles are added only for splash risk. The combo in option D is the minimum correct set.
Question 2
The last stage of a person's illness is called:
A. optimal
B. terminal
C. minimal
D. maximal
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Terminal is the accepted term for the final, irreversible phase of illness.
Question 3
Catheter bag urine output unchanged all shift. You should:
A. raise the bag above hips
B. place bag on floor
C. irrigate catheter with water
D. notify the charge nurse
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notify the nurse; no output may signal obstruction or low kidney function—interventions require licensed assessment.
Question 4
If you make a mistake on the job, the first thing you must do is:
A. keep it confidential
B. report it to charge nurse
C. tell co-workers
D. deny it
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immediate reporting upholds resident safety and allows corrective action—confidentiality or denial risks harm.
Question 5
Best way to prevent resident accidents is to:
A. be alert to dangers
B. tell residents to be careful
C. place call light out of reach
D. use side-rails whenever in bed
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proactive hazard recognition stops accidents before they occur; the other choices are passive or counter-productive.