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NUR 305 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AS AT 1-MAY-2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS AND RATIONALES
LATEST VERSION SOLVED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
VERIFIED 100 %
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Practice Questions
A patient with a pressure injury on the buttocks is at risk for developing a new
pressure injury. What is the most effective preventative measure?
A. Use a foam mattress overlay
B. Administer analgesics regularly
C. Increase the patient's caloric intake
D. Apply antimicrobial ointments to the buttocks
A. Use a foam mattress overlay.
(helps to reduce pressure on bony prominences, which is the most effective
preventative measure against new pressure injuries.)
What is the primary purpose of a hydrocolloid dressing in wound
management?
A. To absorb excess exudate from the wound
B. To maintain a moist wound environment
C. To provide a physical barrier against bacterial infection
D. To debride necrotic tissue
B. To maintain a moist wound environment.
(promotes healing and can help reduce pain.)
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A nurse notices that a patient's pressure injury has developed tunneling. What
is the most appropriate action?
A. Apply a wet-to-dry dressing to the wound
B. Document the tunneling and continue with current wound care
C. Use a hydrogel dressing and consult a wound care specialist
D. Measure the depth and apply a wound packing material
D. Measure the depth and apply a wound packing material.
When assessing a patient's pressure injury, what finding would indicate the
need for immediate intervention?
A. The presence of a stage 2 injury with a blister
B. Development of a new area of redness in an adjacent area
C. Increase in the amount of serous exudate
D. Appearance of granulation tissue in the wound bed
B. Development of a new area of redness in an adjacent area
(indicates worsening pressure and potential progression of damage, which requires
immediate intervention.)
What is the most appropriate intervention for a patient with a stage 3 pressure
injury who is experiencing excessive wound exudate?
A. Increase the frequency of dressing changes
B. Apply a dry gauze dressing to the wound
C. Use a hydrocolloid dressing to manage exudate
D. Apply a foam dressing to absorb excess exudate
D. Apply a foam dressing to absorb excess exudate.
(Foam dressings are designed to absorb excess exudate and manage moisture
levels effectively)
A patient's pressure injury on the sacrum has developed eschar. What should
be done before the wound can be accurately staged?
A. Apply a hydrogel dressing to soften the eschar
B. Debride the eschar to reveal the underlying tissue
C. Document the eschar and continue with current care
D. Apply an antimicrobial ointment to the eschar
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B. Debride the eschar to reveal the underlying tissue.
(This allows for proper assessment and staging of the wound.)
Which factor is most likely to increase the risk of pressure injury development
in an immobile patient?
A. High dietary protein intake
B. Regular repositioning every 2 hours
C. Use of a specialized pressure-relieving mattress
D. Prolonged pressure on bony prominences
D. Prolonged pressure on bony prominences.
(Prolonged pressure on bony prominences is the primary risk factor for developing
pressure injuries.)
When applying a wound dressing to a pressure injury, what should the nurse
do to ensure proper adhesion and effectiveness of the dressing?
A. Clean the wound with hydrogen peroxide before applying the dressing
B. Apply the dressing tightly to minimize movement and friction
C. Ensure the dressing covers the entire wound and extends beyond the edges
D. Use adhesive tape to secure the dressing tightly in place
C. Ensure the dressing covers the entire wound and extends beyond the edges.
A patient with a pressure injury has developed a deep tissue injury (DTI). What
is the most appropriate initial assessment action?
A. Measure the depth and document the extent of tissue damage
B. Apply a moist dressing and monitor for improvement
C. Assess for signs of infection and notify the healthcare provider
D. Reposition the patient and reassess in 24 hours
A. Measure the depth and document the extent of tissue damage.
What is the primary goal of cultural competence in nursing practice?
A. To ensure all patients receive the same level of care regardless of their
cultural background
B. To provide care that is respectful of and tailored to the cultural needs of
each patient
C. To educate patients about the nurse's cultural beliefs and practices
D. To avoid making any assumptions about a patient's cultural practices
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B. To provide care that is respectful of and tailored to the cultural needs of each
patient.
(Cultural competence aims to deliver care that respects and is adapted to the cultural
needs and preferences of each patient, ensuring that care is personalized and
effective for diverse populations.)
When performing a cultural assessment, which of the following is most
important for the nurse to consider?
A. The patient's ability to speak English fluently
B. The patient's preferences regarding dietary restrictions and practices
C. The patient's level of education
D. The patient's financial status
B. The patient's preferences regarding dietary restrictions and practices.
How should a nurse approach a situation where a female patient from a culture
that requires the presence of a male family member during a physical
assessment?
A. Proceed with the assessment as planned, as medical assessments should
not be delayed
B. Explain to the patient that the assessment cannot be postponed and
proceed without the family member
C. Respect the patient's cultural needs and arrange for a male family member
to be present
D. Inform the patient that their cultural practices are not relevant in a medical
setting
C. Respect the patient's cultural needs and arrange for a male family member to be
present.
What does cultural sensitivity in nursing involve?
A. Providing care based solely on the nurse's own cultural beliefs
B. Ignoring cultural differences to avoid conflict
C. Treating patients in a way that acknowledges and respects their cultural
needs and preferences
D. Asking patients to adapt to the standard care practices without modification
C. Treating patients in a way that acknowledges and respects their cultural needs
and preferences.
NUR 305 EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AS AT 1-MAY-2026 EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS AND RATIONALES
LATEST VERSION SOLVED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
VERIFIED 100 %
.
Practice Questions
A patient with a pressure injury on the buttocks is at risk for developing a new
pressure injury. What is the most effective preventative measure?
A. Use a foam mattress overlay
B. Administer analgesics regularly
C. Increase the patient's caloric intake
D. Apply antimicrobial ointments to the buttocks
A. Use a foam mattress overlay.
(helps to reduce pressure on bony prominences, which is the most effective
preventative measure against new pressure injuries.)
What is the primary purpose of a hydrocolloid dressing in wound
management?
A. To absorb excess exudate from the wound
B. To maintain a moist wound environment
C. To provide a physical barrier against bacterial infection
D. To debride necrotic tissue
B. To maintain a moist wound environment.
(promotes healing and can help reduce pain.)
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A nurse notices that a patient's pressure injury has developed tunneling. What
is the most appropriate action?
A. Apply a wet-to-dry dressing to the wound
B. Document the tunneling and continue with current wound care
C. Use a hydrogel dressing and consult a wound care specialist
D. Measure the depth and apply a wound packing material
D. Measure the depth and apply a wound packing material.
When assessing a patient's pressure injury, what finding would indicate the
need for immediate intervention?
A. The presence of a stage 2 injury with a blister
B. Development of a new area of redness in an adjacent area
C. Increase in the amount of serous exudate
D. Appearance of granulation tissue in the wound bed
B. Development of a new area of redness in an adjacent area
(indicates worsening pressure and potential progression of damage, which requires
immediate intervention.)
What is the most appropriate intervention for a patient with a stage 3 pressure
injury who is experiencing excessive wound exudate?
A. Increase the frequency of dressing changes
B. Apply a dry gauze dressing to the wound
C. Use a hydrocolloid dressing to manage exudate
D. Apply a foam dressing to absorb excess exudate
D. Apply a foam dressing to absorb excess exudate.
(Foam dressings are designed to absorb excess exudate and manage moisture
levels effectively)
A patient's pressure injury on the sacrum has developed eschar. What should
be done before the wound can be accurately staged?
A. Apply a hydrogel dressing to soften the eschar
B. Debride the eschar to reveal the underlying tissue
C. Document the eschar and continue with current care
D. Apply an antimicrobial ointment to the eschar
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B. Debride the eschar to reveal the underlying tissue.
(This allows for proper assessment and staging of the wound.)
Which factor is most likely to increase the risk of pressure injury development
in an immobile patient?
A. High dietary protein intake
B. Regular repositioning every 2 hours
C. Use of a specialized pressure-relieving mattress
D. Prolonged pressure on bony prominences
D. Prolonged pressure on bony prominences.
(Prolonged pressure on bony prominences is the primary risk factor for developing
pressure injuries.)
When applying a wound dressing to a pressure injury, what should the nurse
do to ensure proper adhesion and effectiveness of the dressing?
A. Clean the wound with hydrogen peroxide before applying the dressing
B. Apply the dressing tightly to minimize movement and friction
C. Ensure the dressing covers the entire wound and extends beyond the edges
D. Use adhesive tape to secure the dressing tightly in place
C. Ensure the dressing covers the entire wound and extends beyond the edges.
A patient with a pressure injury has developed a deep tissue injury (DTI). What
is the most appropriate initial assessment action?
A. Measure the depth and document the extent of tissue damage
B. Apply a moist dressing and monitor for improvement
C. Assess for signs of infection and notify the healthcare provider
D. Reposition the patient and reassess in 24 hours
A. Measure the depth and document the extent of tissue damage.
What is the primary goal of cultural competence in nursing practice?
A. To ensure all patients receive the same level of care regardless of their
cultural background
B. To provide care that is respectful of and tailored to the cultural needs of
each patient
C. To educate patients about the nurse's cultural beliefs and practices
D. To avoid making any assumptions about a patient's cultural practices
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B. To provide care that is respectful of and tailored to the cultural needs of each
patient.
(Cultural competence aims to deliver care that respects and is adapted to the cultural
needs and preferences of each patient, ensuring that care is personalized and
effective for diverse populations.)
When performing a cultural assessment, which of the following is most
important for the nurse to consider?
A. The patient's ability to speak English fluently
B. The patient's preferences regarding dietary restrictions and practices
C. The patient's level of education
D. The patient's financial status
B. The patient's preferences regarding dietary restrictions and practices.
How should a nurse approach a situation where a female patient from a culture
that requires the presence of a male family member during a physical
assessment?
A. Proceed with the assessment as planned, as medical assessments should
not be delayed
B. Explain to the patient that the assessment cannot be postponed and
proceed without the family member
C. Respect the patient's cultural needs and arrange for a male family member
to be present
D. Inform the patient that their cultural practices are not relevant in a medical
setting
C. Respect the patient's cultural needs and arrange for a male family member to be
present.
What does cultural sensitivity in nursing involve?
A. Providing care based solely on the nurse's own cultural beliefs
B. Ignoring cultural differences to avoid conflict
C. Treating patients in a way that acknowledges and respects their cultural
needs and preferences
D. Asking patients to adapt to the standard care practices without modification
C. Treating patients in a way that acknowledges and respects their cultural needs
and preferences.
