Fundamentals of Nursing Exam 1
EXAM COVERAGE - Fundamentals of Nursing Exam 1
The Fundamentals of Nursing Exam 1 evaluates foundational
knowledge and core principles essential for safe and effective nursing
practice. Key topics include the nursing process, including assessment,
nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient
care. The exam covers basic patient care skills, such as hygiene,
comfort measures, mobility assistance, and support with activities of
daily living (ADLs). Candidates are tested on vital signs measurement,
infection prevention and control, standard and transmission-based
precautions, and patient safety practices. Additional areas include
therapeutic communication, documentation and charting, legal and
ethical responsibilities, and the professional role of the nurse within
,the healthcare team. The exam emphasizes applying fundamental
nursing principles, critical thinking, and patient-centered care to
promote safety, quality care, and positive health outcomes.
The nurse wants to protect a client from developing an infection.
Which action should the nurse take to break a link in the chain of
infection?
A) Cover the mouth and nose when sneezing.
B) Place contaminated linens in a paper bag.
C) Use personal protective equipment (PPE) sparingly.
D) Wear gloves at all times.
A) Cover the mouth and nose when sneezing
,The nurse is caring for a client with hepatitis A. Which technique
should the nurse use to promote proper hand-washing technique with
this client?
A) Allow the water to splatter forcibly when turned on.
B) Clean the faucet after use.
C) Hold the hands upward under the faucet.
D) Use approximately a teaspoon of soap.
D) Use approximately a teaspoon of soap.
, The nurse is planning care for a client. Which intervention would be
appropriate to reduce the risk of infection?
A) Assess vital signs only once daily.
B) Raise the temperature in the clients room.
C) Wash hands.
D) Wear a mask for all client care.
C) Wash hands
EXAM COVERAGE - Fundamentals of Nursing Exam 1
The Fundamentals of Nursing Exam 1 evaluates foundational
knowledge and core principles essential for safe and effective nursing
practice. Key topics include the nursing process, including assessment,
nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient
care. The exam covers basic patient care skills, such as hygiene,
comfort measures, mobility assistance, and support with activities of
daily living (ADLs). Candidates are tested on vital signs measurement,
infection prevention and control, standard and transmission-based
precautions, and patient safety practices. Additional areas include
therapeutic communication, documentation and charting, legal and
ethical responsibilities, and the professional role of the nurse within
,the healthcare team. The exam emphasizes applying fundamental
nursing principles, critical thinking, and patient-centered care to
promote safety, quality care, and positive health outcomes.
The nurse wants to protect a client from developing an infection.
Which action should the nurse take to break a link in the chain of
infection?
A) Cover the mouth and nose when sneezing.
B) Place contaminated linens in a paper bag.
C) Use personal protective equipment (PPE) sparingly.
D) Wear gloves at all times.
A) Cover the mouth and nose when sneezing
,The nurse is caring for a client with hepatitis A. Which technique
should the nurse use to promote proper hand-washing technique with
this client?
A) Allow the water to splatter forcibly when turned on.
B) Clean the faucet after use.
C) Hold the hands upward under the faucet.
D) Use approximately a teaspoon of soap.
D) Use approximately a teaspoon of soap.
, The nurse is planning care for a client. Which intervention would be
appropriate to reduce the risk of infection?
A) Assess vital signs only once daily.
B) Raise the temperature in the clients room.
C) Wash hands.
D) Wear a mask for all client care.
C) Wash hands
