NS1881 - NURSING PRACTICE 1 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
2026
Erythema - ANS redness of the skin
Blanching - ANS when skin is pressed + turns white due to obstruction of blood flow to area
Localised heat - ANS inflammation, swelling
Oedema - ANS fluid retention in the body
Induration - ANS abnormal hard spot of skin
Skin breakdown - ANS dermis are damaged
Identify 2 PPE items & provide example. - ANS Gloves - to prevent exposure to bodily fluids
Mask - to prevent inhalation of toxic emissions
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, Identify 8 steps of clinical reasoning cycle. - ANS 1. Consider the patient.
2. Collect cues/information.
3. Process information.
4. Identify problems/issues.
5. Establish goals.
6. Take action.
7. Evaluate outcomes.
8. Reflect on process and new learning.
Identify 6 essential links in chain of infection. - ANS 1. Causative agent.
2. Reservoir.
3. Portal of exit.
4. Means of transmission.
5. Portal of entry.
6. Susceptible host.
List 3 things a nurse needs to consider before mobilising a patient. - ANS 1. Physical ability - if
they need assistance (walking aid)
2. If they've had any surgeries
3. Orthostatic hypotension (drop in bp going from sit to stand)
4. Medication
5. Privacy
Name for a safety device that is secured around waist and is used during mobilisation. -
ANS Walking belt.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
2026
Erythema - ANS redness of the skin
Blanching - ANS when skin is pressed + turns white due to obstruction of blood flow to area
Localised heat - ANS inflammation, swelling
Oedema - ANS fluid retention in the body
Induration - ANS abnormal hard spot of skin
Skin breakdown - ANS dermis are damaged
Identify 2 PPE items & provide example. - ANS Gloves - to prevent exposure to bodily fluids
Mask - to prevent inhalation of toxic emissions
@COPYRIGHT 2026/2027 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
1
, Identify 8 steps of clinical reasoning cycle. - ANS 1. Consider the patient.
2. Collect cues/information.
3. Process information.
4. Identify problems/issues.
5. Establish goals.
6. Take action.
7. Evaluate outcomes.
8. Reflect on process and new learning.
Identify 6 essential links in chain of infection. - ANS 1. Causative agent.
2. Reservoir.
3. Portal of exit.
4. Means of transmission.
5. Portal of entry.
6. Susceptible host.
List 3 things a nurse needs to consider before mobilising a patient. - ANS 1. Physical ability - if
they need assistance (walking aid)
2. If they've had any surgeries
3. Orthostatic hypotension (drop in bp going from sit to stand)
4. Medication
5. Privacy
Name for a safety device that is secured around waist and is used during mobilisation. -
ANS Walking belt.
@COPYRIGHT 2026/2027 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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