Evolve Fundamentals Assignment Exam
ANSWERS
1. The nurse is discussing dietary preferences with a client who adheres to a vegan diet.
Which dietary supplement should the nurse encourage the client to include the dietary
plan?
A) Fiber.
B) Folate.
C) Ascorbic acid.
D) Vitamin B12.
Correct answer(s): D
2.
In providing care for a terminally ill resident of a long-term care facility, the nurse
determines that the resident is exhibiting signs of impending death and has a "do not
resuscitate" or DNR status. What intervention should the nurse implement first?
A) Request hospice care for the client.
B) Report the client's acuity level to the nursing supervisor.
C) Notify family members of the client's condition.
D) Inform the chaplain that the client's death is imminent.
Correct answer(s): C
3.
When making the bed of a client who needs a bed cradle, which action should the nurse include?
A) Teach the client to call for help before getting out of bed.
B) Keep both the upper and lower side rails in a raised position.
C) Keep the bed in the lowest position while changing the sheets.
D) Drape the top sheet and covers loosely over the bed cradle.
Correct answer(s): D
4.
Prior to administering a newly prescribed medication to a client, the nurse reviews the adverse
effects of the medication listed in a drug reference guide and determines the priority risks to the
client. While performing this action, the nurse is engaged in which step of the nursing process?
, A) Assessment.
B) Analysis.
C) Implementation.
D) Evaluation.
Correct answer(s): B
5.
A client is admitted with a stage four pressure ulcer that has a black, hardened surface and a
light-pink wound bed with a malodorous green drainage. Which dressing is best for the nurse
to use first?
A) Hydrogel.
B) Exudate absorber.
C) Wet to moist dressing.
D) Transparent adhesive film.
Correct answer(s): C
6.
What action by the nurse demonstrates culturally sensitive care?
A) Asks permission before touching a client.
B) Avoids questions about male-female relationships.
C) Explains the differences between Western medical care and cultural folk remedies.
D) Applies knowledge of a cultural group unless a client embraces Western customs.
Correct answer(s): A
7. What activity should the nurse use in the evaluation phase of the nursing process?
A) Ask a client to evaluate the nursing care provided.
B) Document the nursing care plan in the progress notes.
C) Determine whether a client's health problems have been alleviated.
D) Examine the effectiveness of nursing interventions toward meeting client outcomes.
Correct answer(s): D
ANSWERS
1. The nurse is discussing dietary preferences with a client who adheres to a vegan diet.
Which dietary supplement should the nurse encourage the client to include the dietary
plan?
A) Fiber.
B) Folate.
C) Ascorbic acid.
D) Vitamin B12.
Correct answer(s): D
2.
In providing care for a terminally ill resident of a long-term care facility, the nurse
determines that the resident is exhibiting signs of impending death and has a "do not
resuscitate" or DNR status. What intervention should the nurse implement first?
A) Request hospice care for the client.
B) Report the client's acuity level to the nursing supervisor.
C) Notify family members of the client's condition.
D) Inform the chaplain that the client's death is imminent.
Correct answer(s): C
3.
When making the bed of a client who needs a bed cradle, which action should the nurse include?
A) Teach the client to call for help before getting out of bed.
B) Keep both the upper and lower side rails in a raised position.
C) Keep the bed in the lowest position while changing the sheets.
D) Drape the top sheet and covers loosely over the bed cradle.
Correct answer(s): D
4.
Prior to administering a newly prescribed medication to a client, the nurse reviews the adverse
effects of the medication listed in a drug reference guide and determines the priority risks to the
client. While performing this action, the nurse is engaged in which step of the nursing process?
, A) Assessment.
B) Analysis.
C) Implementation.
D) Evaluation.
Correct answer(s): B
5.
A client is admitted with a stage four pressure ulcer that has a black, hardened surface and a
light-pink wound bed with a malodorous green drainage. Which dressing is best for the nurse
to use first?
A) Hydrogel.
B) Exudate absorber.
C) Wet to moist dressing.
D) Transparent adhesive film.
Correct answer(s): C
6.
What action by the nurse demonstrates culturally sensitive care?
A) Asks permission before touching a client.
B) Avoids questions about male-female relationships.
C) Explains the differences between Western medical care and cultural folk remedies.
D) Applies knowledge of a cultural group unless a client embraces Western customs.
Correct answer(s): A
7. What activity should the nurse use in the evaluation phase of the nursing process?
A) Ask a client to evaluate the nursing care provided.
B) Document the nursing care plan in the progress notes.
C) Determine whether a client's health problems have been alleviated.
D) Examine the effectiveness of nursing interventions toward meeting client outcomes.
Correct answer(s): D
