NSG 320 Final Exam Practice QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | LATEST UPDATE
What is the infusion rate for a patient with Type 1 DM 8.0 mL/hour
weighing 176 lbs receiving Regular insulin at 0.05
units/kg/hour?
How many milliliters should the nurse draw up for 12 units 0.12 mL
of NPH insulin from a vial containing 100 units/mL?
How many tablets should the nurse administer for a 0.8 tablet
prescription of 40 mg of Propylthiouracil (PTU) when
tablets are 50 mg each?
Which lab result supports the diagnosis of diabetes Random Plasma Glucose 190 mg/dL
mellitus for a patient with possible Chronic Kidney
Disease?
What is the most important instruction for a patient with Notify the provider if you develop a sore throat or fever.
Graves' disease starting Methimazole?
What is the next required action after administering 4 Rechecking the blood glucose level in 15 minutes.
oz of juice to a patient with hypoglycemia?
Which finding indicates a potential life-threatening Positive Chvostek's sign.
complication after a total thyroidectomy?
Which conditions are included in the microvascular Nephropathy and Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).
complications category for a patient with long-standing
Type 2 DM?
, What clinical manifestation is anticipated for a patient Decreased gastrointestinal motility and dysrhythmias.
with a serum potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L due to
severe diarrhea?
What is the most appropriate action if a patient asks a Contact the surgeon immediately to answer the question.
complex question about surgical risks after verbal
consent is obtained?
What should the nurse prioritize for a patient in the PACU Checking the patient's oxygen saturation.
exhibiting agitation and restlessness?
Which fluid type is typically used for initial fluid Isotonic Saline (0.9% NaCl).
replacement in severe fluid volume deficit?
What safety precaution is mandatory before Diluting the KCl and administering it via infusion pump, generally not exceeding 10
administering intravenous Potassium Chloride (KCl) for mEq/hr.
hypokalemia?
During surgery, what complication is indicated by Malignant Hyperthermia (MH).
hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, and increased end-tidal
CO2?
What blood gas imbalance is expected in a patient with Respiratory Acidosis (↑PaCO2, ↓pH).
opioid overdose presenting confusion and
hypoventilation?
What is considered a late sign of hypoxia in a patient Cyanosis.
with COPD?
Which assessment technique suggests consolidation in Palpation resulting in increased tactile fremitus.
the lungs if abnormal in a pneumonia patient?
What essential instruction should be given to a patient The patient must adhere strictly to the medication regimen for 6-9 months.
with active Tuberculosis (TB) regarding infection control at
home?
What technique should be prioritized to prevent Encouraging frequent use of the incentive spirometry.
atelectasis and pneumonia after a left lobectomy?
What is the essential instruction for a patient with Cystic Take the enzymes with meals and snacks.
Fibrosis regarding pancreatic enzyme replacement
therapy?
What breathing technique helps patients with severe Pursed-lip breathing helps prolong exhalation, preventing air trapping.
emphysema?
What should a patient do after using a corticosteroid Rinse the mouth thoroughly with water after each use.
inhaler?
What are common side effects of Albuterol? Feeling 'shaky' and increased heart rate.
What is the infusion rate for a patient with Type 1 DM 8.0 mL/hour
weighing 176 lbs receiving Regular insulin at 0.05
units/kg/hour?
How many milliliters should the nurse draw up for 12 units 0.12 mL
of NPH insulin from a vial containing 100 units/mL?
How many tablets should the nurse administer for a 0.8 tablet
prescription of 40 mg of Propylthiouracil (PTU) when
tablets are 50 mg each?
Which lab result supports the diagnosis of diabetes Random Plasma Glucose 190 mg/dL
mellitus for a patient with possible Chronic Kidney
Disease?
What is the most important instruction for a patient with Notify the provider if you develop a sore throat or fever.
Graves' disease starting Methimazole?
What is the next required action after administering 4 Rechecking the blood glucose level in 15 minutes.
oz of juice to a patient with hypoglycemia?
Which finding indicates a potential life-threatening Positive Chvostek's sign.
complication after a total thyroidectomy?
Which conditions are included in the microvascular Nephropathy and Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).
complications category for a patient with long-standing
Type 2 DM?
, What clinical manifestation is anticipated for a patient Decreased gastrointestinal motility and dysrhythmias.
with a serum potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L due to
severe diarrhea?
What is the most appropriate action if a patient asks a Contact the surgeon immediately to answer the question.
complex question about surgical risks after verbal
consent is obtained?
What should the nurse prioritize for a patient in the PACU Checking the patient's oxygen saturation.
exhibiting agitation and restlessness?
Which fluid type is typically used for initial fluid Isotonic Saline (0.9% NaCl).
replacement in severe fluid volume deficit?
What safety precaution is mandatory before Diluting the KCl and administering it via infusion pump, generally not exceeding 10
administering intravenous Potassium Chloride (KCl) for mEq/hr.
hypokalemia?
During surgery, what complication is indicated by Malignant Hyperthermia (MH).
hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, and increased end-tidal
CO2?
What blood gas imbalance is expected in a patient with Respiratory Acidosis (↑PaCO2, ↓pH).
opioid overdose presenting confusion and
hypoventilation?
What is considered a late sign of hypoxia in a patient Cyanosis.
with COPD?
Which assessment technique suggests consolidation in Palpation resulting in increased tactile fremitus.
the lungs if abnormal in a pneumonia patient?
What essential instruction should be given to a patient The patient must adhere strictly to the medication regimen for 6-9 months.
with active Tuberculosis (TB) regarding infection control at
home?
What technique should be prioritized to prevent Encouraging frequent use of the incentive spirometry.
atelectasis and pneumonia after a left lobectomy?
What is the essential instruction for a patient with Cystic Take the enzymes with meals and snacks.
Fibrosis regarding pancreatic enzyme replacement
therapy?
What breathing technique helps patients with severe Pursed-lip breathing helps prolong exhalation, preventing air trapping.
emphysema?
What should a patient do after using a corticosteroid Rinse the mouth thoroughly with water after each use.
inhaler?
What are common side effects of Albuterol? Feeling 'shaky' and increased heart rate.
