NU 311 CLINICAL NURSING SKILLS EXAM 1:
ULTIMATE STUDY GUIDE & PRACTICE QUESTIONS
(SOUTH ALABAMA
1. If a healthcare worker is exposed to a patient with active TB, what immediate
action should they take according to CDC guidelines?
Wear a special respirator such as an N95 or P100 mask.
Use a standard surgical mask.
Notify the patient of their exposure.
Continue working without any precautions.
2. Describe the correct order for removing protective equipment.
The correct order is mask, gown, gloves, and then goggles.
The correct order for removing protective equipment is gloves,
goggles, gown, and then mask.
The correct order is goggles, mask, gloves, and then gown.
The correct order is gown, gloves, goggles, and then mask.
3. In a clinical scenario, if a patient is experiencing difficulty breathing, which
position would be most appropriate to place them in for optimal respiratory
function?
Prone position
Low Fowler's position
,Supine position
High Fowler's position
,4. Describe the importance of Range of Motion (ROM) exercises in patient
rehabilitation.
ROM exercises are used to improve cardiovascular endurance.
ROM exercises are primarily for building muscle strength.
ROM exercises help maintain joint flexibility and prevent stiffness.
ROM exercises are only necessary after surgery.
5. What is one complication that can develop due to immobility within 24
hours?
Osteoporosis
Pressure ulcers
Muscle atrophy
Deep vein thrombosis
6. Describe the importance of locking the brakes on both the chair and bed
during patient transfer.
Locking the brakes ensures stability and safety during the transfer
process.
Locking the brakes is only necessary for the wheelchair.
Locking the brakes prevents the patient from falling out of bed.
Locking the brakes allows for easier movement of the patient.
7. What is the primary focus of ANA Code of Ethics Provision 7 for nurses?
Managing healthcare facilities
Providing direct patient care
, Advancing the profession through research and scholarly inquiry
Educating patients about health issues
8. What are core measures in healthcare?
Regulations for hospital staffing.
Protocols for surgical procedures.
Guidelines for patient dietary restrictions.
Care standards that set a standard for certain patient
measurements.
9. In a scenario where a patient needs to be examined for abdominal pain,
which position would be most appropriate for the examination?
sitting
prone
supine
standing
10. Which of the following is the most important aspect to consider to prevent
falls when transferring the client into their wheelchair?
Ensuring that the wheels of the wheelchair are facing the client
Ensure that the wheelchair is clean
Ensuring the brakes of the wheelchair are locked
Ensure that the wheelchair is close to the client
ULTIMATE STUDY GUIDE & PRACTICE QUESTIONS
(SOUTH ALABAMA
1. If a healthcare worker is exposed to a patient with active TB, what immediate
action should they take according to CDC guidelines?
Wear a special respirator such as an N95 or P100 mask.
Use a standard surgical mask.
Notify the patient of their exposure.
Continue working without any precautions.
2. Describe the correct order for removing protective equipment.
The correct order is mask, gown, gloves, and then goggles.
The correct order for removing protective equipment is gloves,
goggles, gown, and then mask.
The correct order is goggles, mask, gloves, and then gown.
The correct order is gown, gloves, goggles, and then mask.
3. In a clinical scenario, if a patient is experiencing difficulty breathing, which
position would be most appropriate to place them in for optimal respiratory
function?
Prone position
Low Fowler's position
,Supine position
High Fowler's position
,4. Describe the importance of Range of Motion (ROM) exercises in patient
rehabilitation.
ROM exercises are used to improve cardiovascular endurance.
ROM exercises are primarily for building muscle strength.
ROM exercises help maintain joint flexibility and prevent stiffness.
ROM exercises are only necessary after surgery.
5. What is one complication that can develop due to immobility within 24
hours?
Osteoporosis
Pressure ulcers
Muscle atrophy
Deep vein thrombosis
6. Describe the importance of locking the brakes on both the chair and bed
during patient transfer.
Locking the brakes ensures stability and safety during the transfer
process.
Locking the brakes is only necessary for the wheelchair.
Locking the brakes prevents the patient from falling out of bed.
Locking the brakes allows for easier movement of the patient.
7. What is the primary focus of ANA Code of Ethics Provision 7 for nurses?
Managing healthcare facilities
Providing direct patient care
, Advancing the profession through research and scholarly inquiry
Educating patients about health issues
8. What are core measures in healthcare?
Regulations for hospital staffing.
Protocols for surgical procedures.
Guidelines for patient dietary restrictions.
Care standards that set a standard for certain patient
measurements.
9. In a scenario where a patient needs to be examined for abdominal pain,
which position would be most appropriate for the examination?
sitting
prone
supine
standing
10. Which of the following is the most important aspect to consider to prevent
falls when transferring the client into their wheelchair?
Ensuring that the wheels of the wheelchair are facing the client
Ensure that the wheelchair is clean
Ensuring the brakes of the wheelchair are locked
Ensure that the wheelchair is close to the client
