Ambulatory Certification Prep Nursing World Test Bank
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1. During Millie Larsen's clinic visit, the nurse is reviewing SECONDARY
interventions with Millie. which of the following is the best example of
SECONDARY intervention?
immunizing Millie with the flu vaccine
assessing Millie's home for risk of falls
teaching Millie to apply sunscreen before sun exposure
monitoring Millie's blood pressure after starting antihypertensive
medication
2. If an ambulatory care nurse identifies a gap in patient education regarding
medication management, how might participation in a clinical practice
council help address this issue?
The nurse can avoid discussing patient education with the council.
The nurse can collaborate with peers to develop and implement
evidence-based educational strategies.
The nurse can independently create a new medication management
policy without input.
The nurse can focus on administrative duties instead of patient
education.
3. Why is it important for the ambulatory care nurse to assess the patient's peak
flow measurement before making changes to asthma medication?
Peak flow measurements are only necessary during emergencies.
The nurse should only rely on the patient's description of symptoms.
Peak flow measurements are not relevant to medication adjustments.
, Assessing peak flow measurements helps evaluate the severity of
the patient's asthma and guides medication adjustments.
4. A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a child with asthma who is
prescribed cromolyn sodium (Intal) via metered dose inhaler. Which of the
following statements by the child's parent should indicate to the nurse the
need for further instruction?
My child should breathe in slowly while depressing the canister
If my child has difficulty breathing in the dose, a spacer should be
used
My child needs to do a mouth rinse after using the inhaler
I will give my child a dose as soon as wheezing starts
5. In a scenario where an ambulatory care nurse is faced with a high patient
load, how should they prioritize delegation of tasks?
By focusing solely on the immediate needs of the patients without
regard to regulations.
By prioritizing tasks that require the least amount of training.
By considering state regulatory mandates that govern delegation
practices.
By delegating tasks based on personal preference and comfort level.
6. The nurse is preparing a rehabilitation plan for a client who has had a major
stroke . Which member of the team would specifically help to improve the
client's aphasia ?
Physical therapist
Nutritionist
, Occupational therapist
Speech therapist
7. What is one of the key principles of therapeutic communication that the nurse
should utilize when discussing home hemodialysis with a patient?
Asking open-ended questions
Providing detailed medical jargon
Using closed questions
Avoiding patient concerns
8. During a home health visit, a patient expresses difficulty adhering to the
prescribed treatment plan. What is the nurse's best response to support
patient-centered care?
Revising the treatment plan without consulting the patient.
Ignoring the patient's concerns and continuing with the current plan.
Assessing the challenges and collaborating with the patient to
modify the plan.
Instructing the patient to strictly adhere to the plan.
9. What is the recommended approach for teaching a patient how to self-
administer insulin?
Offer a brief demonstration and request a return demonstration.
Show a video that demonstrates insulin self-administration.
Enroll the patient in a group class on diabetes.
Provide the patient with written instructions on insulin administration.
2026 | 100% Accurate Answers
1. During Millie Larsen's clinic visit, the nurse is reviewing SECONDARY
interventions with Millie. which of the following is the best example of
SECONDARY intervention?
immunizing Millie with the flu vaccine
assessing Millie's home for risk of falls
teaching Millie to apply sunscreen before sun exposure
monitoring Millie's blood pressure after starting antihypertensive
medication
2. If an ambulatory care nurse identifies a gap in patient education regarding
medication management, how might participation in a clinical practice
council help address this issue?
The nurse can avoid discussing patient education with the council.
The nurse can collaborate with peers to develop and implement
evidence-based educational strategies.
The nurse can independently create a new medication management
policy without input.
The nurse can focus on administrative duties instead of patient
education.
3. Why is it important for the ambulatory care nurse to assess the patient's peak
flow measurement before making changes to asthma medication?
Peak flow measurements are only necessary during emergencies.
The nurse should only rely on the patient's description of symptoms.
Peak flow measurements are not relevant to medication adjustments.
, Assessing peak flow measurements helps evaluate the severity of
the patient's asthma and guides medication adjustments.
4. A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a child with asthma who is
prescribed cromolyn sodium (Intal) via metered dose inhaler. Which of the
following statements by the child's parent should indicate to the nurse the
need for further instruction?
My child should breathe in slowly while depressing the canister
If my child has difficulty breathing in the dose, a spacer should be
used
My child needs to do a mouth rinse after using the inhaler
I will give my child a dose as soon as wheezing starts
5. In a scenario where an ambulatory care nurse is faced with a high patient
load, how should they prioritize delegation of tasks?
By focusing solely on the immediate needs of the patients without
regard to regulations.
By prioritizing tasks that require the least amount of training.
By considering state regulatory mandates that govern delegation
practices.
By delegating tasks based on personal preference and comfort level.
6. The nurse is preparing a rehabilitation plan for a client who has had a major
stroke . Which member of the team would specifically help to improve the
client's aphasia ?
Physical therapist
Nutritionist
, Occupational therapist
Speech therapist
7. What is one of the key principles of therapeutic communication that the nurse
should utilize when discussing home hemodialysis with a patient?
Asking open-ended questions
Providing detailed medical jargon
Using closed questions
Avoiding patient concerns
8. During a home health visit, a patient expresses difficulty adhering to the
prescribed treatment plan. What is the nurse's best response to support
patient-centered care?
Revising the treatment plan without consulting the patient.
Ignoring the patient's concerns and continuing with the current plan.
Assessing the challenges and collaborating with the patient to
modify the plan.
Instructing the patient to strictly adhere to the plan.
9. What is the recommended approach for teaching a patient how to self-
administer insulin?
Offer a brief demonstration and request a return demonstration.
Show a video that demonstrates insulin self-administration.
Enroll the patient in a group class on diabetes.
Provide the patient with written instructions on insulin administration.
