Nur 125 exam 2 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS - SOLVED (Newest 2026)
A male client 30 years of age is postoperative day 2 following a nephrectomy. Which statement by the
client indicates a readiness to start ambulating? - CORRECT ANSWERS "I know it is important
that I start moving as soon as possible after surgery."
"I do not know why I have to get up and walk today. Tomorrow would be better."
"I think I will need my pain medication changed before I can start walking."
"The doctor did not explain why it is so important to walk after surgery today."
A
When assessing a client during the middle adult years, the nurse recognizes which of the following as a
normal physical change? - CORRECT ANSWERS Increased oil levels in the skin
Correct answer:
Increased loss of calcium from the bones
Increased cardiac output
Increased levels of energy
The nurse is assisting a client from a bed to a wheelchair. Which nursing action is appropriate? -
CORRECT ANSWERS Administer pain medication following the transfer.
, Grab and hold the client by the arms.
Discourage the client from helping with the transfer.
Correct answer:
Lock the wheelchair prior to moving the client.
The nurse has assisted the client to ambulate for the first time. After returning the client to bed, what is
the nurse's priority intervention? - CORRECT ANSWERS Document the client's ambulation.
Inform the client when ambulation is scheduled next.
Correct answer:
Assess the client's response to the ambulation.
Discuss the client's feelings about the illness.
A nurse is preparing to turn a client who is unable to mobilize independently. Which action best ensures
the safety of both the client and the nurse? - CORRECT ANSWERS Using back muscles to
gently and gradually pull the client to the side
Placing the bed in its lowest position to reduce the client's risk for falls
Correct answer:
Positioning a friction-reducing sheet under the client to facilitate movement
Standing at the top of the bed and having a colleague stand at the bottom of the bed
ANSWERS - SOLVED (Newest 2026)
A male client 30 years of age is postoperative day 2 following a nephrectomy. Which statement by the
client indicates a readiness to start ambulating? - CORRECT ANSWERS "I know it is important
that I start moving as soon as possible after surgery."
"I do not know why I have to get up and walk today. Tomorrow would be better."
"I think I will need my pain medication changed before I can start walking."
"The doctor did not explain why it is so important to walk after surgery today."
A
When assessing a client during the middle adult years, the nurse recognizes which of the following as a
normal physical change? - CORRECT ANSWERS Increased oil levels in the skin
Correct answer:
Increased loss of calcium from the bones
Increased cardiac output
Increased levels of energy
The nurse is assisting a client from a bed to a wheelchair. Which nursing action is appropriate? -
CORRECT ANSWERS Administer pain medication following the transfer.
, Grab and hold the client by the arms.
Discourage the client from helping with the transfer.
Correct answer:
Lock the wheelchair prior to moving the client.
The nurse has assisted the client to ambulate for the first time. After returning the client to bed, what is
the nurse's priority intervention? - CORRECT ANSWERS Document the client's ambulation.
Inform the client when ambulation is scheduled next.
Correct answer:
Assess the client's response to the ambulation.
Discuss the client's feelings about the illness.
A nurse is preparing to turn a client who is unable to mobilize independently. Which action best ensures
the safety of both the client and the nurse? - CORRECT ANSWERS Using back muscles to
gently and gradually pull the client to the side
Placing the bed in its lowest position to reduce the client's risk for falls
Correct answer:
Positioning a friction-reducing sheet under the client to facilitate movement
Standing at the top of the bed and having a colleague stand at the bottom of the bed
