NUR 2804C Giddens Review Exam 3 Success Pack
2026 | Latest Update | Exam Prep
1. What is the primary purpose of effective hand washing in infection control?
To improve patient communication
To enhance nutritional intake
To promote emotional well-being
To prevent the spread of infections
2. What suggestion does the nurse give to a patient who asks for advice on how
to prevent urinary tract infections?
"Drink enough water to pass pale yellow urine."
"Avoid or limit drinking beverages that contain caffeine."
"Avoid straining when voiding or moving the bowels."
"Take enough time to empty the bladder completely."
3. The 3 elements of nursing competency in the Quality & Safety for Nurses
initiative are
Collaboration, Education, Advocacy
Knowledge, Skill, Attitude
Communication, Values, Ability
Ethics, Safety, Accountability
4. In a scenario where a hospital experiences a rise in patient falls, what action
should the nurse manager take to address this safety concern?
Focus solely on patient satisfaction surveys.
, Implement a new marketing strategy for the hospital.
Increase the number of administrative staff.
Review and enhance safety protocols related to patient mobility.
5. What is the primary organizational system that nurse managers should focus
on to enhance patient safety?
Marketing strategies
Financial systems
Safety protocols
Human resources
6. What is a common initial treatment for a patient diagnosed with hypothermia?
Providing oxygen therapy
Administering antibiotics
Rewarming the patient
Performing CPR
7. What are the key nutrients essential for musculoskeletal growth in early life
stages?
Protein and Fiber
Iron and Vitamin C
Calcium and Vitamin D
Folic Acid and Zinc
8. Describe the characteristics of stool that a nurse would anticipate for a
patient with an ascending colon colostomy and explain why these
, characteristics occur.
The stool is formed as the ascending colon is responsible for solid
waste.
The stool is typically liquid due to the absorption of water occurring
further along the colon.
The stool is solid because the ascending colon processes all nutrients.
The stool is semi-formed because the ascending colon absorbs some
water.
9. Which two recommendations are appropriate for a patient with a urinary tract
infection to prevent future occurrences?
Exercise daily, Increase fiber in diet.
Increase fiber in diet, Eat fruit twice daily.
Drink six to eight glasses of non-caffeinated fluids daily, Void when
the urge is felt.
Eat fruit twice daily, Exercise daily.
10. A nursing assessment's findings reveal a postoperative client has a
temperature of 96.2 °F (35.7 °C), shivering, and reports feeling cold. What
does the nurse conclude about the client?
the client is experiencing hypothermia
the client is experiencing atelectasis
the client is developing pneumonia
the client is having pain at the surgical site
2026 | Latest Update | Exam Prep
1. What is the primary purpose of effective hand washing in infection control?
To improve patient communication
To enhance nutritional intake
To promote emotional well-being
To prevent the spread of infections
2. What suggestion does the nurse give to a patient who asks for advice on how
to prevent urinary tract infections?
"Drink enough water to pass pale yellow urine."
"Avoid or limit drinking beverages that contain caffeine."
"Avoid straining when voiding or moving the bowels."
"Take enough time to empty the bladder completely."
3. The 3 elements of nursing competency in the Quality & Safety for Nurses
initiative are
Collaboration, Education, Advocacy
Knowledge, Skill, Attitude
Communication, Values, Ability
Ethics, Safety, Accountability
4. In a scenario where a hospital experiences a rise in patient falls, what action
should the nurse manager take to address this safety concern?
Focus solely on patient satisfaction surveys.
, Implement a new marketing strategy for the hospital.
Increase the number of administrative staff.
Review and enhance safety protocols related to patient mobility.
5. What is the primary organizational system that nurse managers should focus
on to enhance patient safety?
Marketing strategies
Financial systems
Safety protocols
Human resources
6. What is a common initial treatment for a patient diagnosed with hypothermia?
Providing oxygen therapy
Administering antibiotics
Rewarming the patient
Performing CPR
7. What are the key nutrients essential for musculoskeletal growth in early life
stages?
Protein and Fiber
Iron and Vitamin C
Calcium and Vitamin D
Folic Acid and Zinc
8. Describe the characteristics of stool that a nurse would anticipate for a
patient with an ascending colon colostomy and explain why these
, characteristics occur.
The stool is formed as the ascending colon is responsible for solid
waste.
The stool is typically liquid due to the absorption of water occurring
further along the colon.
The stool is solid because the ascending colon processes all nutrients.
The stool is semi-formed because the ascending colon absorbs some
water.
9. Which two recommendations are appropriate for a patient with a urinary tract
infection to prevent future occurrences?
Exercise daily, Increase fiber in diet.
Increase fiber in diet, Eat fruit twice daily.
Drink six to eight glasses of non-caffeinated fluids daily, Void when
the urge is felt.
Eat fruit twice daily, Exercise daily.
10. A nursing assessment's findings reveal a postoperative client has a
temperature of 96.2 °F (35.7 °C), shivering, and reports feeling cold. What
does the nurse conclude about the client?
the client is experiencing hypothermia
the client is experiencing atelectasis
the client is developing pneumonia
the client is having pain at the surgical site
