NURS 220 – Exam 1 150 Questions & Answers (Vital Signs, Infection Control, Mobility, Oxygenation) 2026

This document contains a structured set of approximately 150 exam questions and verified answers for NURS 220 Exam 1, focusing on foundational nursing concepts such as vital signs, infection control, patient safety, and mobility. It includes key definitions, normal ranges, clinical scenarios, and NCLEX-style questions that reinforce essential assessment and clinical decision-making skills. According to the content on pages 1–5, the document begins with vital signs, including temperature ranges, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and factors influencing these measurements. Pages 6–12 expand into cardiovascular concepts such as hypertension, hypotension, pulse assessment, and capillary blood glucose ranges, along with infection control topics including PPE, healthcare-associated infections, and aseptic techniques. The later sections (pages 13–24) cover mobility, immobility complications, positioning, oxygenation, fall risk, restraints, and patient safety interventions, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical nursing applications. The material aligns closely with standard nursing textbooks such as Fundamentals of Nursing by Patricia A. Potter and Anne Griffin Perry, reflecting essential frameworks used in early nursing education. It is highly effective for exam preparation, reinforcing core concepts, clinical skills, and patient care strategies required for both coursework and NCLEX success. This document is suitable for students enrolled in NURS 220, Fundamentals of Nursing, Health Assessment, or Introductory Clinical Nursing courses. It is particularly relevant for undergraduate nursing students, pre-nursing students, and those preparing for Exam 1 or foundational nursing assessments. It can also benefit learners seeking a concise yet thorough review of vital signs, infection control, and patient safety principles. Keywords: vital signs, temperature ranges, pulse assessment, blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation, infection control, PPE, healthcare associated infections, asepsis, patient safety, fall risk, restraints, mobility, immobility complications