GALEN NUR 242 MED SURG EXAM 3
ACTUAL EXAM 2026 COMPLETE STUDY
GUIDE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GRADED A+
⩥ Immobility effects multiple body systems. What are some
interventions that you can implement to decrease these effects? Select all
that apply.
A. Utilizing waffle mattress to reduce the need for repositioning
B. Teds/SCDs
C. Rubbing reddened areas
D. Limiting fluid intake
E. ROM exercises
Answer: Answer: B and E
Rational:
-A is incorrect because regardless of implemented mattress, positioning
should be every 2 hours
-C is incorrect. You should not rub at reddened areas. This increases the
risk for skin break.
-D is incorrect. You should encourage proper hydration to promote well
hydrated and healthy skin.
, ⩥ True or False: Nurses should do skin assessments once a week.
Answer: False
Rational: Nurses should do full skin assessments a minimum of once per
shift.
⩥ A pt goes to the ER for swelling and pain in her right calf. The PT
states that it occurred after she accidentally cut herself. Based on her
symptoms, what skin condition might the nurse suspect the patient has?
Answer: Cellulitis.
Cellulitis is inflammation of the skin and subq tissue.
⩥ Pt A is admitted from a nursing home with a stage 3 pressure ulcer.
When creating his plan of care, who else would be involved besides the
primary care physician?
Answer: Wound care nurse, Dietician, Physical therapist. OT can also be
included, however they deal more with fine motor skills.
⩥ An 85 year old woman is admitted to the hospital. When doing the
initial assessment, what are some factors that you know put her at risk
for pressure injuries?
Answer: -if the pt is immobile
ACTUAL EXAM 2026 COMPLETE STUDY
GUIDE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GRADED A+
⩥ Immobility effects multiple body systems. What are some
interventions that you can implement to decrease these effects? Select all
that apply.
A. Utilizing waffle mattress to reduce the need for repositioning
B. Teds/SCDs
C. Rubbing reddened areas
D. Limiting fluid intake
E. ROM exercises
Answer: Answer: B and E
Rational:
-A is incorrect because regardless of implemented mattress, positioning
should be every 2 hours
-C is incorrect. You should not rub at reddened areas. This increases the
risk for skin break.
-D is incorrect. You should encourage proper hydration to promote well
hydrated and healthy skin.
, ⩥ True or False: Nurses should do skin assessments once a week.
Answer: False
Rational: Nurses should do full skin assessments a minimum of once per
shift.
⩥ A pt goes to the ER for swelling and pain in her right calf. The PT
states that it occurred after she accidentally cut herself. Based on her
symptoms, what skin condition might the nurse suspect the patient has?
Answer: Cellulitis.
Cellulitis is inflammation of the skin and subq tissue.
⩥ Pt A is admitted from a nursing home with a stage 3 pressure ulcer.
When creating his plan of care, who else would be involved besides the
primary care physician?
Answer: Wound care nurse, Dietician, Physical therapist. OT can also be
included, however they deal more with fine motor skills.
⩥ An 85 year old woman is admitted to the hospital. When doing the
initial assessment, what are some factors that you know put her at risk
for pressure injuries?
Answer: -if the pt is immobile
