NRNP 6566 WEEK 5 KNOWLEDGE CHECK
EXAM SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ What is the best example of meticulous foot care for a diabetic
patient? Answer: The BEST example of meticulous footcare, for a
diabetic, is to see a podiatrist on a regular basis. This is because
• Early identification of calluses, nail problems, pressure areas, or
ulcers
• Professional nail care and callus management
• Ongoing monitoring for neuropathy and circulation changes
◉ What kind of exercises are patient diagnosed with diabetes
instructed to perform? Answer: Patients diagnosed with diabetes
mellitus to perform low- to moderate-intensity exercises
◉ How does the RN administer oral care to a semi-comatose client?
Answer: Semi fowler with face turned to nurse who is performing
oral hygiene.
◉ Why does the RN administer oral care with semi Fowler with face
turned to nurse? Answer: To facilitate drainage of secretions from
the mouth.
, ◉ When should alcohol based mouthwash not be used? Answer: If
you are immunocompromised and experiencing stomatitis
◉ Giving the patient a bath is the perfect time to do a full
______________ ? Answer: Skin assessment
◉ If you notice a rash on the patient's skin, you should ___________?
Answer: Assess the body further to see if other areas are affected.
◉ During a bath you are also able to assess a patient's pain by
assessing _________? Answer: Sensory nerve function
◉ You should make sure to use ______________ when cleaning the
patient's eyes. Soap is an irritant. Answer: Plain water
◉ What is the best way to avoid tangles in hair in the hospital?
Answer: Braiding your patient's hair.
◉ What physiological and psychological affects can prolonged
bedrest (immobilization) cause? List 6 Answer: 1. Immobility
contributes to a decrease in peristalsis which leads to constipation.
2. Pneumonia: *Encourage deep breathing and coughing every hour
to promote respiratory function.
EXAM SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ What is the best example of meticulous foot care for a diabetic
patient? Answer: The BEST example of meticulous footcare, for a
diabetic, is to see a podiatrist on a regular basis. This is because
• Early identification of calluses, nail problems, pressure areas, or
ulcers
• Professional nail care and callus management
• Ongoing monitoring for neuropathy and circulation changes
◉ What kind of exercises are patient diagnosed with diabetes
instructed to perform? Answer: Patients diagnosed with diabetes
mellitus to perform low- to moderate-intensity exercises
◉ How does the RN administer oral care to a semi-comatose client?
Answer: Semi fowler with face turned to nurse who is performing
oral hygiene.
◉ Why does the RN administer oral care with semi Fowler with face
turned to nurse? Answer: To facilitate drainage of secretions from
the mouth.
, ◉ When should alcohol based mouthwash not be used? Answer: If
you are immunocompromised and experiencing stomatitis
◉ Giving the patient a bath is the perfect time to do a full
______________ ? Answer: Skin assessment
◉ If you notice a rash on the patient's skin, you should ___________?
Answer: Assess the body further to see if other areas are affected.
◉ During a bath you are also able to assess a patient's pain by
assessing _________? Answer: Sensory nerve function
◉ You should make sure to use ______________ when cleaning the
patient's eyes. Soap is an irritant. Answer: Plain water
◉ What is the best way to avoid tangles in hair in the hospital?
Answer: Braiding your patient's hair.
◉ What physiological and psychological affects can prolonged
bedrest (immobilization) cause? List 6 Answer: 1. Immobility
contributes to a decrease in peristalsis which leads to constipation.
2. Pneumonia: *Encourage deep breathing and coughing every hour
to promote respiratory function.
