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Modified questions and answers from Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Practical Nursing for the NCLEX-PN Examination and from Fundamentals of Nursing by Dawn Martich.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Which of the following patients is at most risk for pressure ulcers? 

    • A.

      An 80-year old lady who just had a hip replacement and is on bed rest

    • B.

      A 5-year old child in traction for a fractured femur

    • C.

      A 95-year old Alzheimer's patient who roams around the facility

    • D.

      A 22-year old patient suffering from a spinal cord injury confined to a wheel chair

    Correct Answer
    A. An 80-year old lady who just had a hip replacement and is on bed rest
    Explanation
    Older individuals with orthopedic injuries are mostly immobile and made worse by decreased sensory abilities.

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  • 2. 

    A nurse notes the following orders on the care plan of a patient on enteric isolation with a decubitus ulcer. Which of the following orders should the nurse question or ask clarification?   

    • A.

      Assess wound measurement once a week

    • B.

      Use a mask when changing heavily soiled linen

    • C.

      Restrict visitors

    • D.

      Educate patient on how to take care of wounds.

    Correct Answer
    C. Restrict visitors
    Explanation
    Enteric isolation refers to the avoidance of any contact with bodily fluids of a patient due to pathogens or chemotherapy treatment that can be transmitted via these fluids. Provided visitors observe the right contact precautions, there is no reason to restrict them from seeing the patient.

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  • 3. 

    As a nurse, what is the most proper way to remove a gown?

    • A.

      Touch the outside of the gown only

    • B.

      Touch the inside of the gown only

    • C.

      Remove gown outside a patient's room

    • D.

      Ask another person to remove it for you.

    Correct Answer
    B. Touch the inside of the gown only
    Explanation
    The nurse should take off the gown by shrugging it off the shoulders and rolling it up with the gloves touching only the inside of the gown.

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  • 4. 

    After a hip surgery, a 68-year old patient needed a Foley catheter. Laboratory examination revealed that she developed Pseudomonas aeruginosa urinary tract infection. Based on this patient's medical history, the nurse would suspect that this is probably a(n):

    • A.

      Superinfection

    • B.

      Autoimmune response

    • C.

      Antibiotic resistance response.

    • D.

      Nosocomial infection

    Correct Answer
    D. Nosocomial infection
    Explanation
    Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a common bacterium that can cause disease in animals, including humans. It is found in soil, water, skin flora, and most man-made environments throughout the world. Because it thrives on most surfaces, this bacterium is also found on and in medical equipment, including catheters, causing cross-infection in hospitals and clinics. A nosocomial infection is an infection acquired during a hospital stay or as a consequence of a medical intervention (urinary catheter)

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  • 5. 

    A nurse is caring for a patient with a low White Blood Cell count, has prostate cancer, and has been receiving chemotherapy for the past 5 months. Which of the following should be implemented for this patient? 

    • A.

      There should be no raw fruits, flowers or vegetables in his room

    • B.

      Patient should not receive any injections at this time

    • C.

      Patient should use mask when transported through the hospital

    • D.

      Protective isolation

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. There should be no raw fruits, flowers or vegetables in his room
    C. Patient should use mask when transported through the hospital
    D. Protective isolation
    Explanation
    With a low WBC count, the patient's immunity is also low needing protective isolation precaution. Due to low immunity, a patient needs to wear a mask for his protection when transported within the hospital. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers may increase the risk of infection for this patient. Avoiding injections however belongs to hemorrhagic (bleeding) precautions.

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  • 6. 

    During a bed bath, a chance for infection is best reduced by:

    • A.

      Change water after washing each leg.

    • B.

      Using separate wash clothes for each eye

    • C.

      Thoroughly rinse and dry all skin folds.

    • D.

      Use clean gloves before starting the bath

    Correct Answer
    B. Using separate wash clothes for each eye
    Explanation
    Using separate wash clothes for each eye prevents spread of organisms from one eye to another. It is the best answer. Rinsing and drying skin folds reduce skin irritation more than prevent infection. Use of clean gloves is protective and part of a standard precaution. There is no need to change water after washing each leg.

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  • 7. 

    If a patient says that he has an urge to defecate after the nurse begins to administer a tap-water enema, what should the nurse do?  

    • A.

      Adjust tube location while maintaining fluid fow

    • B.

      Lower enema bag while instructing patient to breathe deeply

    • C.

      Reassure patient that discomfort would be gone shortly

    • D.

      Immediately discontinue procedure to allow patient bowel evacuation.

    Correct Answer
    B. Lower enema bag while instructing patient to breathe deeply
    Explanation
    This may delay the patient's urge to defecate. Maintaining fluid flow increases patient's urge. Patient is likely to lose control of his bowels if nurse does not adjust flow rate. Discontinuing intervention is done if prescribed amount of fluid has been given

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  • 8. 

    A Nurse is changing a patient's pressure ulcer dressing using a sterile technique. Which of the following is incorrect?  

    • A.

      Remove old dressing with sterile gloves

    • B.

      Irrigate wound from top to bottom

    • C.

      Pack the wound with a sterile cotton swab

    • D.

      Tape dressing to allow patient movement

    Correct Answer
    A. Remove old dressing with sterile gloves
    Explanation
    Old dressings should be removed with clean gloves and not sterile gloves. Irrigating wound from top to bottom is a correct procedure and so are the other two interventions.

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  • 9. 

    A nurse is suctioning secretions from a patient's nasal artificial airway. The nurse applies suction for no longer than:

    • A.

      3 seconds

    • B.

      10 seconds

    • C.

      30 seconds

    • D.

      1 minute

    Correct Answer
    B. 10 seconds
    Explanation
    3 seconds is not enough. More than thirty seconds is too long to keep a patient from normal breathing. 10 seconds allows the nurse to remove secretions effectively and not interrupt the patient's normal breathing pattern for a long time.

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  • 10. 

    When caring for a cancer patient who also has aids, which protective measure should be used?

    • A.

      None

    • B.

      Glove, gown and mask

    • C.

      Gloves

    • D.

      Standard precaution

    Correct Answer
    D. Standard precaution
    Explanation
    AIDS and CANCER without other complications do not require more than standard precautions.

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  • 11. 

    A nonspecific body defense "against infection"

    • A.

      Phagocytes

    • B.

      Inflammatory process

    • C.

      Antibodies

    • D.

      Cellular immunity

    Correct Answer
    B. Inflammatory process
    Explanation
    The inflammatory process is a nonspecific body because it is a process. Phagocytes and Antibodies are specific agents that defend the body against foreign elements. Cellular immunity refers to a cellular quality.

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  • 12. 

    A foreign protein that invades the body is called:

    • A.

      Antigen

    • B.

      Interferon

    • C.

      Complement

    • D.

      Antibody

    Correct Answer
    A. Antigen
    Explanation
    In immunology, an antigen is a substance that evokes the production of one or more antibodies. Each antibody binds to a specific antigen by way of an interaction similar to the fit between a lock and a key. The substance may be from the external environment or formed within the body. The immune system will try to destroy or neutralize any antigen that is recognized as a foreign and potentially harmful invader.

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  • 13. 

    Immunity obtained as a result of experiencing an illness is known as:

    • A.

      Active natural immunity

    • B.

      Passive natural immunity

    • C.

      Active acquired immunity

    • D.

      Passive acquired immunity

    Correct Answer
    C. Active acquired immunity
    Explanation
    Active immunity results from the development of antibodies in response to an antigen, as from exposure to an infectious disease or through vaccination. Passive immunity results from the transmission of antibodies, as from mother to fetus through the placenta or by the injection of antiserum. Acquired when it is introduced to our system from external factors. Natural are intrinsic factors within our system.

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  • 14. 

    As a result of sharing a needle with an HIV-positive person (Person A). Person B becomes infected. In the chain of infection before a person, B became infected, what was the reservoir?

    • A.

      Person A

    • B.

      Person B

    • C.

      The dirty needle

    • D.

      The hole made by inserting the needle into Person B's skin

    Correct Answer
    A. Person A
    Explanation
    Person A is the originator of the disease.

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  • 15. 

    After receiving a flu shot from the city hall for free, a patient developed shingles. It was learned later that one of the nurses who handled the syringes used for that day had shingles. It seems that the patient got the shingles through which fomite?  

    • A.

      The nurse who handled the syringes.

    • B.

      The syringe

    • C.

      The city hall

    • D.

      The person who administered the flu shot

    Correct Answer
    B. The syringe
    Explanation
    fomite is non-living; vector is living; both are vehicles for the transmission of pathogens

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  • 16. 

    Which of the following illustrates microorganism transmission via droplet contact?

    • A.

      Infected wound drainage contacts the nurse's hands

    • B.

      A virus is transmitted through sexual intercourse

    • C.

      Microorganisms contact a person's nasal mucus when someone coughs nearby

    • D.

      Contaminated stethoscope touches a client's skin

    Correct Answer
    C. Microorganisms contact a person's nasal mucus when someone coughs nearby
    Explanation
    Droplet contact suggests particles transmitted through air at a closer distance.

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  • 17. 

    An individual who is more likely than others to acquire an infection is a(n):

    • A.

      Vector

    • B.

      Reservoir

    • C.

      Fomite

    • D.

      Susceptible host

    Correct Answer
    D. Susceptible host
    Explanation
    Vector and fomite are both vehicles of transmission. RESERVOIR is a place within which microorganisms can thrive and reproduce. For example, microorganisms thrive in human beings, animals, and inanimate objects such as water, table tops, and doorknobs.

    SUSCEPTIBLE HOST is a person who cannot resist a microorganism invading the body, multiplying, and resulting in infection. The host is susceptible to the disease, lacking immunity or physical resistance to overcome the invasion by the pathogenic microorganism.

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  • 18. 

    A government agency concerned with disease prevention. They track and manage infectious diseases at the national level.  

    • A.

      Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

    • B.

      World Health Organization

    • C.

      Department of Health and Human Services

    • D.

      National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

    Correct Answer
    A. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This government agency is responsible for tracking and managing infectious diseases at the national level. They work to prevent the spread of diseases and provide guidance and resources to healthcare professionals and the public.

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  • 19. 

    Which of the following has the highest possibility of contaminating a sterile field?  

    • A.

      The nurse diverts her head from the sterile field when talking

    • B.

      The nurse turns her back on the sterile field

    • C.

      The nurse holds her sterile gloved hands above waist level

    • D.

      The nurses reaches around a sterile field

    Correct Answer
    B. The nurse turns her back on the sterile field
    Explanation
    When the nurse turns her back on the sterile field, there is no way to see what is happening. When the nurse diverts her head from the sterile field, nothing is broken. The nurse should normally position her sterile gloved hands above waist level. The nurse cannot reach across a sterile field. She needs to reach around and walk if needed

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  • 20. 

    Which of the following situations require that gown, mask, and gloves be worn by all persons entering the room. 

    • A.

      Contact isolation

    • B.

      Enteric precaution

    • C.

      Strict isolation

    • D.

      Universal precaution

    Correct Answer
    C. Strict isolation
    Explanation
    Strict isolation is used for diseases spread through the air and in some cases by contact. Patients must be placed in isolation to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Those who are kept in strict isolation are often kept in a special room at the facility designed for that purpose. Such rooms are equipped with a special lavatory and care giving equipment, and a sink and waste disposal are provided for workers upon leaving the area.

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  • 21. 

    Which of the following clients require a private room.

    • A.

      A client who has an infected abdominal incision

    • B.

      A client who has a kidney infection

    • C.

      A client who has a hepatitis B and is incontinent

    • D.

      A client who is bed bound and has an infected decubitus ulcer

    Correct Answer
    C. A client who has a hepatitis B and is incontinent
    Explanation
    Hepatitis B is contagious. The rest of the choices are not.

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  • 22. 

    A nurse comes in a patient's room wearing gloves, gown, and mask. When she gets out of the room, what should she remove first.  

    • A.

      Gown

    • B.

      Gloves

    • C.

      Mask

    • D.

      The order is not important

    Correct Answer
    B. Gloves
    Explanation
    Since the gloves are the most infected piece of the PPE after caring for a patient, it should be the first one to be discarded.

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  • 23. 

    After exposure to bloodborne pathogens, what should a nurse do next?

    • A.

      Begin a post-exposure prophylaxis within 24 hours

    • B.

      Require the source individual to be tested for HIV/hepatitis

    • C.

      Test the exposed person for hepatitis immunity

    • D.

      Complete an injury report if the exposure requires treatment

    Correct Answer
    C. Test the exposed person for hepatitis immunity
    Explanation
    This is according to CDC protocol

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  • 24. 

    Which of the following are considered universal precautions? 

    • A.

      Wear clean gloves when touching body fluids

    • B.

      Wear sterile gloves when touching body secretions

    • C.

      Wash hands before putting on gloves

    • D.

      Wear an eye mask only if not wearing glasses

    • E.

      Wear a clean gown when changing a draining wound dressing

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Wear clean gloves when touching body fluids
    E. Wear a clean gown when changing a draining wound dressing
    Explanation
    the other choices which are not listed as universal precautions are either standard precautions or sterile techniques.

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  • 25. 

    The nurse is preparing to give oral care to an unconscious patient. How should the nurse proceed?

    • A.

      Put the bed in high Fowler's position before beginning

    • B.

      Lower the head of the bed, and place the client in side-lying position.

    • C.

      Put the client in Fowler's position, then turn head to the side

    • D.

      Place the client supine with head lowered

    Correct Answer
    B. Lower the head of the bed, and place the client in side-lying position.
    Explanation
    For an unconscious patient, avoiding client aspiration or choking is of primary concern. The side-lying position is the most appropriate position to do this.

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  • 26. 

    For a client with tinea pedis, which nursing intervention would be the most appropriate?

    • A.

      Apply antiseptic to gauze, insert between affected toes and leave in place.

    • B.

      Dry feet well after bathing and allow to air dry. Apply clean stockings daily

    • C.

      Soak feet in warm water with epsom salts,then abrade with pumice stone

    • D.

      Apply salicylic acid followed by foot powder.

    Correct Answer
    B. Dry feet well after bathing and allow to air dry. Apply clean stockings daily
    Explanation
    Athlete's foot (also known as ringworm of the foot and tinea pedis is a fungal infection of the skin that causes scaling, flaking, and itch of affected areas, is caused by fungi in the genus Trichophyton. While it is typically transmitted in moist communal areas where people walk barefoot, such as showers or bathhouses, the disease requires a warm moist environment, such as the inside of a shoe, in order to incubate. Because of this the fungus only affects approximately 0.75% of habitually (frequently) barefoot people. "B" is the best answer.

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  • 27. 

    For a client confined to bed, which nursing activity is a part of the routine "hour of sleep" care but not for "early morning" care?

    • A.

      Providing a back massage

    • B.

      Providing a bed pan or urinal

    • C.

      Changing the linen

    • D.

      Washing the face and hands.

    Correct Answer
    A. Providing a back massage
    Explanation
    Providing a back massage is appropriate to enhance patient relaxation. It is a good intervention to help the patient sleep and is not appropriate for early morning care since a patient needs to be awakened at that time.

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  • 28. 

    When providing perineal care for a female patient, the correct procedure is to wipe:

    • A.

      The area in concentric circular motions around the rectum

    • B.

      From the rectum toward the pubis

    • C.

      From the pubis toward the rectum

    • D.

      In concentric circles around the vaginal area

    Correct Answer
    C. From the pubis toward the rectum
    Explanation
    Cleaning process is from in to out and from dirty to clean.

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  • 29. 

    Which of the following shows the correct bed-making procedure? 

    • A.

      Nurse shakes crumbs from the soiled linen before disposing it in the hamper

    • B.

      Nurse places clean linen on the bedside table of client in Bed A while making the bed of the client in bed B.

    • C.

      The nurse wears sterile gloves while changing a client's bed linen

    • D.

      The nurse is careful not to bring soiled linens in contact with his uniform

    Correct Answer
    D. The nurse is careful not to bring soiled linens in contact with his uniform
    Explanation
    Shaking crumbs from linen could spread microorganisms. Using other devices not belonging to the patient could create cross-contamination. There is no need to wear sterile gloves while making the bed.

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  • 30. 

    Which action shows a correct technique when doing eye care for a comatose patient? 

    • A.

      The nurse cleans the eyes with saline solution, wiping from the inner canthus to the outer canthus.

    • B.

      Nurse cleans eyes with glucose solution and cotton balls

    • C.

      Nurse uses mineral oil into the lower lids to lubricate conjunctiva

    • D.

      If corneal reflex is absent, the nurse tapes saline soaked pads tightly over the eyes to keep the eyes closed.

    Correct Answer
    A. The nurse cleans the eyes with saline solution, wiping from the inner canthus to the outer canthus.
    Explanation
    Only "D" is, right. The rest are either irrelevant to eye care or a wrong technique

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  • 31. 

    A female client refuses bath in the hospital unless they allow her to do it alone. Which of the following might have influenced this client's hygienic practice?

    • A.

      Environment

    • B.

      Personal preference

    • C.

      Culture

    • D.

      Religion

    Correct Answer
    C. Culture
    Explanation
    Culture is the best answer.

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  • 32. 

    To shave a client with a safety razor, the nurse should first:

    • A.

      Apply shaving cream to the face

    • B.

      Put lotion on the skin

    • C.

      Put on clean gloves

    • D.

      Shave in short, firm strokes

    Correct Answer
    C. Put on clean gloves
    Explanation
    Wearing gloves is standard precaution. Do it first

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  • 33. 

    Which would be the best way to position a bedpan for a patient who is able to assist with the procedure?

    • A.

      Ask patient to raise buttocks of the bed while nurse slides bedpan under him

    • B.

      Assist patient to a sitting position on the bedpan on the side of the bed.

    • C.

      Ask patient to roll over and position the bed pan on his buttocks and have him roll over onto it.

    • D.

      Ask patient to get out of bed and use a bedside commode.

    Correct Answer
    A. Ask patient to raise buttocks of the bed while nurse slides bedpan under him
    Explanation
    "A" is the best method. Sitting on the side of the bed could cause skin friction and run the risk for bed sores. Rolling over is effective but it is not the easiest thing to do. The last choice does not address the question focused on elimination while on the bed.

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  • 34. 

    If a nurse is allowed to clip a patient's toenails, which one of the following techniques would be recommended? 

    • A.

      Clip nails as short as possible

    • B.

      Clip nails with square corners

    • C.

      Round off the edges of the nails

    • D.

      Clip the nails straight across.

    Correct Answer
    D. Clip the nails straight across.
    Explanation
    Clipping the nails straight across is the best answer because it reduces the incidence of ingrown toenails. Clipping as short as possible may be painful. Square corners may catch on bed linens. Rounding off nails can predispose to ingrown nails.

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  • 35. 

    A patient with a Stage III decubitus ulcer asks the nurse if the ulcer will leave a scar once it heals. Which of the following is the most appropriate response?  

    • A.

      "Sometimes there is a scar, sometimes there isn't"

    • B.

      "I don't think you should worry about that right now"

    • C.

      "Usually there is scar present with this type of healing"

    • D.

      "I think you should ask your doctor about that tomorrow"

    Correct Answer
    C. "Usually there is scar present with this type of healing"
    Explanation
    "C" is the best answer. Ulcer will fill in from the inside and upward which leaves a scar. A flip flop answer is demeaning. Telling the patient not to worry does not recognize the patients need to know. Asking the doctor is possible but the nurse is avoiding the answer.

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  • 36. 

    Microorganisms

    • A.

      Microscopic entities capable of carrying on a living process and are naturally present in the human body, as well as the environment

    • B.

      They are always harmless

    • C.

      They are always harmful

    • D.

      The do not cause disease

    Correct Answer
    A. Microscopic entities capable of carrying on a living process and are naturally present in the human body, as well as the environment
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 266

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  • 37. 

    Difference between Medical asepsis and Surgical Asepsis.

    • A.

      Medical Asepsis inhibits growth and spread of Pathogens. Surgical Asepsis destroys microorganisms and spores

    • B.

      Surgical Asepsis inhibits growth and spread of Pathogens. Medical Asepsis destroys microorganisms and spores

    • C.

      They are equally used in any prevention control protocol

    • D.

      Medical asepsis is also known as sterile technique. Surgical asepsis is also clean technique

    Correct Answer
    A. Medical Asepsis inhibits growth and spread of Pathogens. Surgical Asepsis destroys microorganisms and spores
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 267

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  • 38. 

    Where do pathogens grow?

    • A.

      Reservoir

    • B.

      Infectious Agent

    • C.

      Host

    • D.

      Entrance or Exit

    Correct Answer
    A. Reservoir
    Explanation
    Foundations, page 267

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  • 39. 

    Which of the following statements about SPORES is not true?

    • A.

      A round body formed by bacterium when conditions are unfavorable for growth of bacterium

    • B.

      Spore enlarges until it is as large as the bacterial cell and is surrounded by a capsule

    • C.

      Spores remain dormant until environmental conditions become favorable for growth

    • D.

      Spores normally die when exposed to excessively high temperatures

    Correct Answer
    D. Spores normally die when exposed to excessively high temperatures
    Explanation
    Foundations, page 268

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  • 40. 

    Factors that determine a pathogen's ability to produce disease.

    • A.

      Strength of microorganism

    • B.

      Number of microorganisms

    • C.

      Effectiveness of a person's immune system

    • D.

      Length of exposure to the microorganism

    • E.

      Shape of the microorganism

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Strength of microorganism
    B. Number of microorganisms
    C. Effectiveness of a person's immune system
    D. Length of exposure to the microorganism
    Explanation
    Foundations, page 268

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  • 41. 

    Responsible for more diseases than any other organism.

    • A.

      Streptococcus bacterium

    • B.

      Staphylococcus aureus

    • C.

      Rocky Mountain

    • D.

      Clostridium

    Correct Answer
    A. Streptococcus bacterium
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 269

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  • 42. 

    Anthrax infection occurs in three forms. What are they?

    • A.

      Perineal

    • B.

      Inhalation

    • C.

      Gastrointestinal

    • D.

      Cutaneous

    Correct Answer(s)
    B. Inhalation
    C. Gastrointestinal
    D. Cutaneous
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 269

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  • 43. 

    Ways are which a bacterial infection is transmitted from person to person. 

    • A.

      Person to person by direct contact

    • B.

      Indirect contact with articles contaminated with the pathogen

    • C.

      Ingestion of contaminated food and drink

    • D.

      Inhalation of droplet nuclei

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Person to person by direct contact
    B. Indirect contact with articles contaminated with the pathogen
    C. Ingestion of contaminated food and drink
    D. Inhalation of droplet nuclei
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 269

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  • 44. 

    Considered by CDC to be one of a number of potential agents for use in biological terrorism.

    • A.

      Bacillus anthracis

    • B.

      Candida albicans

    • C.

      Tubercle bacillus

    • D.

      Escherichia coli

    Correct Answer
    A. Bacillus anthracis
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 270

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  • 45. 

    The smallest known agents to cause disease normally composed of either RNA or DNA.

    • A.

      Viruses

    • B.

      Bacteria

    • C.

      Fungi

    • D.

      Yeast

    Correct Answer
    A. Viruses
    Explanation
    Foundations, page 270

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  • 46. 

    A patient suffering from a common cold asks, "What is going on with me?" Which of the following is NOT AN APPROPRIATE RESPONSE?  

    • A.

      There are no medicines that can cure the common cold

    • B.

      Let me give you an antibiotic to help relieve your symptoms

    • C.

      The common cold is normally caused by virus

    • D.

      What you have is self limiting. It will run its course.

    Correct Answer
    B. Let me give you an antibiotic to help relieve your symptoms
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 271

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  • 47. 

    Which of the following is the proper order on the stages of an infectious process?

    • A.

      Convalescence, Incubation, Illness, Prodormal

    • B.

      Prodormal, Convalescence, Incubation, Illness

    • C.

      Incubation, Prodormal, Illness, Convalescence

    • D.

      Illness, Incubation, Prodormal, Convalescence

    Correct Answer
    C. Incubation, Prodormal, Illness, Convalescence
    Explanation
    p. 273

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  • 48. 

    Which of the following statements about Infection and Inflammation is true? 

    • A.

      Infection and Inflammation share some common signs and symptoms

    • B.

      Inflammation always involve infection

    • C.

      Infection always involve inflammation

    • D.

      The signs of infection are the same signs of inflammation

    Correct Answer
    A. Infection and Inflammation share some common signs and symptoms
    Explanation
    Foundations p. 274

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  • 49. 

    Which of the following are major sites for health-care-associated infections? 

    • A.

      Urinary and Respiratory Tract

    • B.

      Blood Stream

    • C.

      Scalp and finger nails

    • D.

      Surgical or Traumatic wounds

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Urinary and Respiratory Tract
    B. Blood Stream
    D. Surgical or Traumatic wounds
    Explanation
    Foundations, p. 307

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  • 50. 

    Personal Hygiene for Nurses. 

    • A.

      Take a daily bath or shower

    • B.

      Wear a clean uniform daily

    • C.

      Keep fingernails short and clean

    • D.

      Use breath mints and perfume to smell pleasant

    • E.

      Wear the best make-up and jewelry to be pretty

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Take a daily bath or shower
    B. Wear a clean uniform daily
    C. Keep fingernails short and clean
    Explanation
    Foundations, Box 18-3, page 436

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