ECPI NUR 164 Chapters 1–7 Assessment Latest
Update 2026 Rated A+
1. Primary role when teaching wound care at home: Teacher/Educator
2. Nursing process step involving data collection: Assessment
3. Critical thinking in nursing involves: Analyzing, applying standards, logical
reasoning
4. Hand hygiene most effective against: Alcohol-based sanitizer (except C.
difficile spores)
5. Precaution for airborne diseases: N95 respirator
6. Standard precautions apply to: All patients, regardless of diagnosis
7. Normal adult respiratory rate: 12–20 breaths/minute
8. Normal adult temperature (oral): 36.5–37.5 °C (97.7–99.5 °F)
9. Pulse deficit indicates: Difference between apical and radial pulse
10. Braden Scale assesses risk for: Pressure injuries
11. Best way to prevent falls in elderly: Frequent rounding and call light within
reach
12. Correct body mechanics principle: Lift with legs, not back
13. Oral care for unconscious patient requires: Side-lying position to prevent
aspiration
14. Bathing priority for dependent patient: Maintain privacy and dignity
15. Best intervention for dry skin: Use emollient lotion after bathing
16. BMI classification: 25–29.9: Overweight
17. Clear liquid diet includes: Broth, tea, apple juice, gelatin
18. Best source of complete protein: Eggs
19. Autonomy means: Right to self-determination
20. Human dignity requires: Respect for inherent worth of individuals
, 21. Extended family includes: Grandparents, aunts, uncles living together
22. Ethnocentrism is: Belief one’s culture is superior
23. Altruism in nursing is: Selfless concern for patient welfare
24. Pain scale for non-verbal patients: FLACC scale
25. Best position for dyspnea: Fowler’s (semi-upright)
26. Pulse oximetry measures: Oxygen saturation
27. HIPAA protects: Patient confidentiality
28. SBAR communication stands for: Situation, Background, Assessment,
Recommendation
29. First step in CPR: Check responsiveness and call for help
30. Normal systolic BP range: 90–120 mmHg
31. Normal diastolic BP range: 60–80 mmHg
32. Best way to confirm NG tube placement: X-ray
33. Informed consent requires: Competence, disclosure, voluntariness
34. Maslow’s highest need: Self-actualization
35. Maslow’s basic need: Physiological (food, water, shelter)
36. Best intervention for sleep hygiene: Consistent bedtime routine
37. Pain described as burning/tingling: Neuropathic pain
38. Best way to reduce hospital-acquired infections: Hand hygiene compliance
39. Patient teaching should be: Individualized and culturally sensitive
40. Best position for rectal suppository: Left lateral (Sims’ position)
41. Best site for infant IM injection: Vastus lateralis
42. Best site for adult IM injection: Deltoid or ventrogluteal
43. Best site for subcutaneous injection: Abdomen
44. Best site for intradermal injection: Forearm
45. Best way to evaluate patient learning: Return demonstration
46. First step in the nursing process: Assessment
47. Best way to break the chain of infection: Hand hygiene
48. Contact precautions require: Gloves and gown
49. Droplet precautions require: Surgical mask within 3 feet of patient
Update 2026 Rated A+
1. Primary role when teaching wound care at home: Teacher/Educator
2. Nursing process step involving data collection: Assessment
3. Critical thinking in nursing involves: Analyzing, applying standards, logical
reasoning
4. Hand hygiene most effective against: Alcohol-based sanitizer (except C.
difficile spores)
5. Precaution for airborne diseases: N95 respirator
6. Standard precautions apply to: All patients, regardless of diagnosis
7. Normal adult respiratory rate: 12–20 breaths/minute
8. Normal adult temperature (oral): 36.5–37.5 °C (97.7–99.5 °F)
9. Pulse deficit indicates: Difference between apical and radial pulse
10. Braden Scale assesses risk for: Pressure injuries
11. Best way to prevent falls in elderly: Frequent rounding and call light within
reach
12. Correct body mechanics principle: Lift with legs, not back
13. Oral care for unconscious patient requires: Side-lying position to prevent
aspiration
14. Bathing priority for dependent patient: Maintain privacy and dignity
15. Best intervention for dry skin: Use emollient lotion after bathing
16. BMI classification: 25–29.9: Overweight
17. Clear liquid diet includes: Broth, tea, apple juice, gelatin
18. Best source of complete protein: Eggs
19. Autonomy means: Right to self-determination
20. Human dignity requires: Respect for inherent worth of individuals
, 21. Extended family includes: Grandparents, aunts, uncles living together
22. Ethnocentrism is: Belief one’s culture is superior
23. Altruism in nursing is: Selfless concern for patient welfare
24. Pain scale for non-verbal patients: FLACC scale
25. Best position for dyspnea: Fowler’s (semi-upright)
26. Pulse oximetry measures: Oxygen saturation
27. HIPAA protects: Patient confidentiality
28. SBAR communication stands for: Situation, Background, Assessment,
Recommendation
29. First step in CPR: Check responsiveness and call for help
30. Normal systolic BP range: 90–120 mmHg
31. Normal diastolic BP range: 60–80 mmHg
32. Best way to confirm NG tube placement: X-ray
33. Informed consent requires: Competence, disclosure, voluntariness
34. Maslow’s highest need: Self-actualization
35. Maslow’s basic need: Physiological (food, water, shelter)
36. Best intervention for sleep hygiene: Consistent bedtime routine
37. Pain described as burning/tingling: Neuropathic pain
38. Best way to reduce hospital-acquired infections: Hand hygiene compliance
39. Patient teaching should be: Individualized and culturally sensitive
40. Best position for rectal suppository: Left lateral (Sims’ position)
41. Best site for infant IM injection: Vastus lateralis
42. Best site for adult IM injection: Deltoid or ventrogluteal
43. Best site for subcutaneous injection: Abdomen
44. Best site for intradermal injection: Forearm
45. Best way to evaluate patient learning: Return demonstration
46. First step in the nursing process: Assessment
47. Best way to break the chain of infection: Hand hygiene
48. Contact precautions require: Gloves and gown
49. Droplet precautions require: Surgical mask within 3 feet of patient
