NUR 372 – Exam 1 Q&A (100+ Questions) – Cognition, Delirium, Asepsis, Infection Control, Hygiene & Meds

This expert-verified Exam 1 guide for NUR 372 contains over 100 detailed Q&A entries, aligning with the cognitive, safety, and foundational nursing care themes central to early clinical rotations. Tailored for BSN and ABSN students, the content integrates critical concepts in mental status changes, infection prevention, hygiene, delegation, and medication safety, offering practical preparation for unit exams and NCLEX. Cognitive care is extensively addressed with clear interventions for delirium and dementia, including reorientation strategies, environment modification, mobility, hydration, therapeutic communication, and short explanations to manage confusion and agitation. The infection control section spans: HAIs and hand hygiene (alcohol-based vs. soap-and-water use) Medical vs surgical asepsis, including sterile field management Isolation precautions: contact (C. diff, MRSA), droplet (flu, mumps), airborne (TB, varicella), and protective precautions for immunocompromised patients In hygiene and personal care, the guide outlines: Complete vs partial bed baths, bathing sequence (face to perineum), diabetic foot care (no soaking, lotion use), oral care for unconscious/NPO/denture patients Eye, nose, and ear care techniques including directionality and safety checks Mobility and circulation topics include: Risks for poor circulation (diabetes, smoking, surgery) Anti-embolic devices like TED stockings and SCDs, with detailed instructions on use, orders required, and rationale for preventing thrombus formation The pharmacology section covers: Lisinopril (ACE inhibitor): MOA, side effects (hypotension, cough, angioedema), patient education Metoprolol (beta-blocker): indications, nursing checks, masking hypoglycemia Atorvastatin (HMG-CoA inhibitor): liver monitoring, avoid grapefruit juice Metronidazole (Flagyl): for C. diff and protozoal infections, precautions with alcohol, ECG monitoring A final section presents therapeutic diets and liquid consistency levels for dysphagia, along with fluid intake/output conversions (oz to mL, cups to pints), essential for dosage and intake calculations. Best suited for: BSN/ABSN students in Foundations of Nursing, Medical-Surgical I, or Health Assessment Early clinical and simulation lab prep for infection control, hygiene, and safety standards NCLEX test prep focused on basic care, safety, and pharmacology With clearly organized clinical concepts and real-world nursing priorities, this document serves as both a practical revision aid and an academic success tool. Keywords: delirium care, dementia interventions, standard precautions, sterile technique, surgical asepsis, hand hygiene, oral care, diabetic foot care, TED hose, SCDs, lisinopril, metoprolol, atorvastatin, metronidazole, dysphagia diet, fluid conversion, NUR 372