FOUNDATIONS PRACTICE EXAMINATION
2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
GRADED A+
◍ Asked about throat problems.
Answer: Denies sore throatDenies difficulty swallowing
◍ Asked about substance use.
Answer: Denies illicit drug useDenies tobacco useReports moderate alcohol
consumption
◍ Asked about exercise.
Answer: Denies having a regular exercise routine
◍ Ava: Yes, it is high-stress. When I think about it . . . I've been stressed out
over Mom's smoking for years.Why is this the best response to Ava's
concern?.
Answer: You show Ava that you understand the pivotal role she plays in
Mrs. O'Connor's care.
◍ What else do you need to ask Ben about Anita Douglas's Situation?.
Answer: I don't need to ask any questions right now. Dr. Douglas came in
with a fracture of the left femur, was given an ORIF, and has been receiving
PT for mobility. Got it.
◍ Ava: Thank you. It has been difficult . . . Wow, it actually means a lot to me
to hear somebody say that. I'm just . . . I'm not sure how much more I can
take of this . . . of watching her make herself worse.Why is this the best
response to Ava's concern?.
Answer: You show empathy to Ava, helping her to feel that her concerns are
, being heard.
◍ Asked about review of cardiovascular system.
Answer: Denies palpitationsDenies swellingDenies circulation
problemsDenies blood clotsDenies easy bleedingDenies easy bruising
◍ Asked relevant family history.
Answer: Reports family history of heart attackDenies family history of
strokeDenies family history of pulmonary embolism
◍ Asked to rate chest pain on a scale.
Answer: Reports current pain is 6/10
◍ Asked about pain triggers.
Answer: Reports pain is aggravated by movement
◍ Asked about typical diet.
Answer: Reports typical breakfast is granola bar and instant breakfast
shakeReports typical lunch is turkey subReports typical dinner is grilled
meat and vegetablesDenies moderating salt intake
◍ Followed up on high cholesterol treatment.
Answer: Reports taking high cholesterol medicationReports high cholesterol
medication is Atorvastatin (Lipitor)Reports high cholesterol medication
dose is 20mgReports high cholesterol medication is taken once daily
◍ Asked history of cardiac tests.
Answer: Reports recent EKG testReports annual stress test
◍ Diya: Yeah, that makes complete sense. Thanks for the reminder.Why is this
an effective way of communicating policy to Nurse Diya?.
Answer: The nursing behavior is correct and clearly stated.
◍ Asked about review of respiratory system.
Answer: Denies coughDenies shortness of breath while lying downDenies
blue skin
◍ Delegate bathing Mr. Liu. #3.
Answer: Lihn Phan = yes