PN 1000 – PRACTICAL NURSING FUNDAMENTALS EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS – 100% PASS ASSURANCE

300 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS



Which of the following best describes the role of a practical nurse?
A. Diagnosing medical conditions
B. Assisting in surgery
C. Providing basic patient care under supervision
D. Prescribing medications
✅ Correct Answer: C

Which healthcare team member is primarily responsible for diagnosing and
treating illness?
A. LPN
B. CNA
C. Physician
D. Medical Assistant
✅ Correct Answer: C

Which of the following is an example of therapeutic communication?
A. "You’ll be fine, don’t worry about it."
B. "Why didn’t you take your medicine?"
C. "Tell me more about how you’re feeling today."
D. "You shouldn’t feel that way."
✅ Correct Answer: C

, Which organization establishes standards for nursing education and practice?
A. FDA
B. CDC
C. Board of Nursing
D. OSHA
✅ Correct Answer: C

What is the primary goal of patient-centered care?
A. Cost reduction
B. Efficiency
C. Meeting the unique needs and preferences of the patient
D. Following physician orders only
✅ Correct Answer: C

Which of the following is a legal document in nursing?
A. Care plan
B. Vital sign sheet
C. Nursing documentation
D. Patient satisfaction survey
✅ Correct Answer: C

What is the best way for a nurse to ensure informed consent?
A. Witness the patient’s signature
B. Explain the procedure
C. Provide the consent form
D. Assess the patient’s understanding
✅ Correct Answer: A

Which of the following is a subjective sign of illness?
A. Temperature of 101°F
B. Pale skin
C. Patient reports feeling nauseous
D. Blood pressure 140/90
✅ Correct Answer: C

HIPAA is primarily concerned with:
A. Hospital billing
B. Infection control
C. Patient privacy

,D. Medical device safety
✅ Correct Answer: C

What is the first step in the nursing process?
A. Evaluation
B. Planning
C. Assessment
D. Diagnosis
✅ Correct Answer: C

What does ADPIE stand for in nursing?
A. Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
B. Analyze, Deliver, Prepare, Initiate, Educate
C. Access, Document, Plan, Interpret, Educate
D. Admit, Determine, Plan, Inject, Evaluate
✅ Correct Answer: A

A patient refuses a treatment. What should the nurse do first?
A. Document and inform the physician
B. Administer it anyway
C. Call the patient’s family
D. Ignore the refusal
✅ Correct Answer: A

Which principle supports the patient’s right to make decisions about their
healthcare?
A. Justice
B. Fidelity
C. Autonomy
D. Veracity
✅ Correct Answer: C

When delegating a task, the nurse must consider:
A. Personal preference
B. Financial incentives
C. Scope of practice
D. Speed of task completion
✅ Correct Answer: C

, What is the best method for preventing the spread of infection?
A. Wearing a mask
B. Using gloves
C. Hand hygiene
D. Isolating all patients
✅ Correct Answer: C

Which vital sign is typically checked first in an emergency?
A. Temperature
B. Pulse
C. Respirations
D. Airway and breathing
✅ Correct Answer: D

An LPN works under the supervision of:
A. RN or physician
B. Physical therapist
C. Patient
D. Family caregiver
✅ Correct Answer: A

What does empathy mean in nursing?
A. Feeling sorry for the patient
B. Telling patients your personal experiences
C. Understanding and sharing the feelings of the patient
D. Avoiding emotional involvement
✅ Correct Answer: C

Which term refers to care that respects diverse cultural values and beliefs?
A. Institutional care
B. Standardized care
C. Culturally competent care
D. Family-centered care
✅ Correct Answer: C

What is the best nursing action when a medication error occurs?
A. Hide the mistake
B. Inform the patient immediately
C. Notify the charge nurse and follow policy