Here are some multiple-choice questions related to pediatrics:
- Which of the following is a common sign of respiratory distress in a pediatric patient?
A) Bradycardia
B) Increased appetite
C) Nasal flaring
D) Hypotension Answer: C) Nasal flaring - A child with a fever is prescribed acetaminophen. The nurse should instruct the parent to:
A) Administer the medication every 4-6 hours as needed.
B) Give the medication with a glass of milk.
C) Avoid using a rectal thermometer.
D) Monitor for signs of bleeding. Answer: A) Administer the medication every 4-6 hours as needed. - Which of the following vaccines is typically given at birth?
A) Varicella
B) Hepatitis B
C) Influenza
D) MMR,, Answer: B) Hepatitis B - A child is diagnosed with asthma. Which of the following medications is commonly used as a rescue inhaler?
A) Beclomethasone
B) Montelukast
C) Albuterol
D) Prednisone Answer: C) Albuterol - A nurse is assessing a child with dehydration. Which of the following findings is indicative of severe dehydration?
A) Sunken fontanelle
B) Decreased heart rate
C) Increased urine output
D) Moist mucous membranes Answer: A) Sunken fontanelle
multiple-choice questions related to infection control for nurses:
- Which of the following is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection in a healthcare setting?
A) Wearing gloves
B) Hand hygiene
C) Using face masks
D) Disinfecting surfaces Answer: B) Hand hygiene - Which of the following is an example of a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?
A) Influenza
B) Tuberculosis
C) Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
D) Common cold Answer: C) Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) - When should a nurse wear a gown and gloves in a healthcare setting?
A) When entering a patient’s room
B) When providing routine care to a patient
C) When there is a risk of exposure to blood or body fluids
D) When interacting with visitors Answer: C) When there is a risk of exposure to blood or body fluids - How often should healthcare workers perform hand hygiene?
A) Before and after each patient contact
B) Once a day
C) Only when hands are visibly soiled
D) After completing all patient care activities for the day Answer: A) Before and after each patient contact - Which of the following is true about personal protective equipment (PPE)?
A) PPE should be reused if it is not visibly soiled.
B) PPE should be removed before leaving the patient’s room.
C) PPE is only necessary when caring for patients with known infections.
D) PPE is not necessary when performing routine tasks like taking vital signs. Answer: B) PPE should be removed before leaving the patient’s room.
multiple-choice questions related to medical-surgical nursing:
- What is the primary goal of medical-surgical nursing?
A. Preventive care
B. Restorative care
C. Palliative care
D. Supportive care
Answer: B. Restorative care - Which of the following is a common symptom of dehydration?
A. Bradycardia
B. Hypotension
C. Decreased skin turgor
D. Hyperreflexia
Answer: C. Decreased skin turgor - Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for a patient experiencing acute pain?
A. Administering a sedative
B. Applying heat to the affected area
C. Encouraging relaxation techniques
D. Limiting the use of analgesics
Answer: C. Encouraging relaxation techniques - Which of the following is a risk factor for developing pressure ulcers?
A. Increased mobility
B. Adequate nutrition
C. Moisture on the skin
D. Young age
Answer: C. Moisture on the skin - Which of the following is a common complication of immobility in hospitalized patients?
A. Increased muscle mass
B. Decreased cardiac output
C. Improved respiratory function
D. Increased risk of falls
Answer: B. Decreased cardiac output - Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention for a patient with a suspected myocardial infarction?
A. Administering pain medication
B. Monitoring for dysrhythmias
C. Providing emotional support
D. Performing a physical assessment
Answer: B. Monitoring for dysrhythmias - Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with fluid overload?
A. Restricting fluid intake
B. Encouraging increased sodium intake
C. Elevating the affected extremity
D. Administering a diuretic
Answer: D. Administering a diuretic - Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics?
A. Hypotension
B. Hypertension
C. Bradypnea
D. Tachycardia
Answer: C. Bradypnea - Which of the following is a nursing intervention to prevent urinary tract infections in hospitalized patients?
A. Encouraging increased fluid intake
B. Limiting bathroom access
C. Administering antibiotics prophylactically
D. Encouraging immobility
Answer: A. Encouraging increased fluid intake - Which of the following is a potential complication of intravenous therapy?
A. Hypovolemia
ans. B. Phlebitis
C. Hypernatremia
D. Bradycardia
(MCQs) related to the role of nurses in disaster management:
- What is the primary role of a nurse in disaster management?
a) Providing direct patient care
b) Coordinating with other healthcare providers
c) Administering medications
d) Ensuring hospital supplies are stocked
Answer: a) Providing direct patient care - Which of the following is a key responsibility of nurses during the preparedness phase of disaster management?
a) Providing immediate medical treatment
b) Conducting disaster drills and exercises
c) Administering vaccines to the community
d) Assessing the impact of the disaster on the community
Answer: b) Conducting disaster drills and exercises - During the response phase of disaster management, nurses should prioritize care based on:
a) Severity of injuries
b) Age of the patient
c) Time of arrival at the healthcare facility
d) Availability of resources
Answer: a) Severity of injuries - What is the role of a nurse in the recovery phase of disaster management?
a) Providing long-term care to patients
b) Restoring the community to its normal state
c) Distributing emergency supplies
d) Conducting post-disaster assessments
Answer: a) Providing long-term care to patients - Which of the following actions should a nurse take to ensure personal safety during a disaster?
a) Staying close to the disaster site to provide immediate care
b) Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
c) Ignoring evacuation orders to care for patients
d) Disregarding communication protocols to provide care
Answer: b) Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) - What is the primary goal of disaster triage in healthcare settings?
a) Providing immediate care to all patients
b) Identifying patients who require immediate care
c) Assigning patients to specific treatment areas
d) Assessing the severity of injuries
Answer: b) Identifying patients who require immediate care - Which of the following is a communication role of nurses in disaster management?
a) Providing public health education
b) Conducting patient assessments
c) Administering medications
d) Coordinating with other healthcare providers
Answer: a) Providing public health education - How can nurses contribute to community resilience in the context of disaster management?
a) By providing immediate medical treatment to all community members
b) By collaborating with local agencies to develop disaster plans
c) By ensuring that all community members have access to healthcare services
d) By participating in disaster drills and exercises
Answer: b) By collaborating with local agencies to develop disaster plans - During the response phase of disaster management, which of the following actions should a nurse prioritize?
a) Providing long-term care to patients
b) Conducting post-disaster assessments
c) Administering medications to patients
d) Providing immediate medical treatment to critical patients
Answer: d) Providing immediate medical treatment to critical patients - Which of the following is an ethical consideration for nurses in disaster management?
a) Prioritizing care based on social status
b) Ensuring equitable access to care
c) Providing preferential treatment to healthcare workers
d) Disregarding patient confidentiality
Answer: b) Ensuring equitable access to care
multiple-choice questions (MCQs) role of community health nurses:
- Which of the following is a primary focus of community health nursing?
a) Acute care in hospitals
b) Long-term care in nursing homes
c) Preventive care in communities
d) Rehabilitation care in outpatient settings
Answer: c) Preventive care in communities - A community health nurse is conducting a needs assessment in a rural area. Which of the following activities is appropriate?
a) Providing treatment to individuals with chronic illnesses
b) Identifying health problems and priorities in the community
c) Administering vaccines to school children
d) Conducting health screenings in a local clinic
Answer: b) Identifying health problems and priorities in the community - Which of the following is a core function of community health nursing?
a) Conducting research on new medical treatments
b) Managing hospital budgets
c) Providing health education to individuals and families
d) Performing surgical procedures
Answer: c) Providing health education to individuals and families - What is the primary goal of community health nursing?
a) To provide acute care in hospitals
b) To manage chronic illnesses in outpatient settings
c) To promote health and prevent disease in populations
d) To provide palliative care to terminally ill patients
Answer: c) To promote health and prevent disease in populations - Which of the following activities is an example of secondary prevention in community health nursing?
a) Providing prenatal care to pregnant women
b) Educating parents about childhood immunizations
c) Screening individuals for diabetes
d) Treating individuals with hypertension
Answer: c) Screening individuals for diabetes - A community health nurse is working with a local school to promote healthy eating habits among students. This is an example of which level of prevention?
a) Primary prevention
b) Secondary prevention
c) Tertiary prevention
d) Quaternary prevention
Answer: a) Primary prevention - Which of the following is a responsibility of a community health nurse in disaster management?
a) Providing immediate medical treatment to all disaster victims
b) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs
c) Administering medications to disaster victims
d) Coordinating with local agencies to provide emergency shelter
Answer: b) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs - Which of the following is an example of a community health nursing intervention aimed at promoting environmental health?
a) Providing home care to elderly patients
b) Conducting health screenings in a local clinic
c) Educating community members about recycling
d) Administering vaccines to school children
Answer: c) Educating community members about recycling - A community health nurse is conducting a home visit to a family with a newborn baby. Which of the following is a priority assessment?
a) The family’s income level
b) The baby’s developmental milestones
c) The family’s access to healthcare services
d) The baby’s immunization status
Answer: b) The baby’s developmental milestones - Which of the following is a key role of community health nurses in promoting healthy communities?
a) Providing acute care in hospitals
b) Managing chronic illnesses in outpatient settings
c) Advocating for policies that promote health
d) Conducting research on new medical treatments
Answer: c) Advocating for policies that promote health - A community health nurse is developing a health promotion program for a local community. Which of the following is an appropriate strategy?
a) Providing individual counseling to community members
b) Distributing pamphlets about healthy living
c) Hosting a community-wide health fair
d) Conducting health screenings in a local clinic
Answer: c) Hosting a community-wide health fair - Which of the following is a primary goal of community health nursing in disaster management?
a) Providing immediate medical treatment to all disaster victims
b) Restoring the community to its normal state
c) Coordinating with local agencies to provide emergency shelter
d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs
Answer: d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs - A community health nurse is working with a local organization to improve access to healthcare for underserved populations. This is an example of which role of community health nurses?
a) Advocate
b) Care provider
c) Educator
d) Manager
Answer: a) Advocate - Which of the following is a primary focus of community health nursing practice?
a) Providing care to individual patients
b) Conducting research on new medical treatments
c) Managing hospital budgets
d) Promoting health in populations
Answer: d) Promoting health in populations - A community health nurse is conducting a community assessment. Which of the following is an appropriate method for data collection?
a) Reviewing medical records of individual patients
b) Interviewing community leaders
c) Observing patients in a hospital setting
d) Conducting surveys of community members
Answer: b) Interviewing community leaders - Which of the following is a primary goal of community health nursing in disaster management?
a) Providing immediate medical treatment to all disaster victims
b) Restoring the community to its normal state
c) Coordinating with local agencies to provide emergency shelter
d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs
Answer: d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs - A community health nurse is working with a local organization to improve access to healthcare for underserved populations. This is an example of which role of community health nurses?
a) Advocate
b) Care provider
c) Educator
d) Manager
Answer: a) Advocate - Which of the following is a primary focus of community health nursing practice?
a) Providing care to individual patients
b) Conducting research on new medical treatments
c) Managing hospital budgets
d) Promoting health in populations
Answer: d) Promoting health in populations - A community health nurse is conducting a community assessment. Which of the following is an appropriate method for data collection?
a) Reviewing medical records of individual patients
b) Interviewing community leaders
c) Observing patients in a hospital setting
d) Conducting surveys of community members
Answer: b) Interviewing community leaders - Which of the following is a primary goal of community health nursing in disaster management?
a) Providing immediate medical treatment to all disaster victims
b) Restoring the community to its normal state
c) Coordinating with local agencies to provide emergency shelter
d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs
Answer: d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs - A community health nurse is working with a local organization to improve access to healthcare for underserved populations. This is an example of which role of community health nurses?
a) Advocate
b) Care provider
c) Educator
d) Manager
Answer: a) Advocate - Which of the following is a primary focus of community health nursing practice?
a) Providing care to individual patients
b) Conducting research on new medical treatments
c) Managing hospital budgets
d) Promoting health in populations
Answer: d) Promoting health in populations - A community health nurse is conducting a community assessment. Which of the following is an appropriate method for data collection?
a) Reviewing medical records of individual patients
b) Interviewing community leaders
c) Observing patients in a hospital setting
d) Conducting surveys of community members
Answer: b) Interviewing community leaders - Which of the following is a primary goal of community health nursing in disaster management?
a) Providing immediate medical treatment to all disaster victims
b) Restoring the community to its normal state
c) Coordinating with local agencies to provide emergency shelter
d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs
Answer: d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs - A community health nurse is working with a local organization to improve access to healthcare for underserved populations. This is an example of which role of community health nurses?
a) Advocate
b) Care provider
c) Educator
d) Manager
Answer: a) Advocate - Which of the following is a primary focus of community health nursing practice?
a) Providing care to individual patients
b) Conducting research on new medical treatments
c) Managing hospital budgets
d) Promoting health in populations
Answer: d) Promoting health in populations - A community health nurse is conducting a community assessment. Which of the following is an appropriate method for data collection?
a) Reviewing medical records of individual patients
b) Interviewing community leaders
c) Observing patients in a hospital setting
d) Conducting surveys of community members
Answer: b) Interviewing community leaders - Which of the following is a primary goal of community health nursing in disaster management?
a) Providing immediate medical treatment to all disaster victims
b) Restoring the community to its normal state
c) Coordinating with local agencies to provide emergency shelter
d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs
Answer: d) Conducting post-disaster assessments of community health needs - A community health nurse is working with a local organization to improve access to healthcare for underserved populations. This is an example of which role of community health nurses?
a) Advocate
b) Care provider
c) Educator
d) Manager
Answer: a) Advocate - Which of the following is a primary focus of community health nursing practice?
a) Providing care to individual patients
b) Conducting research on new medical treatments
c) Managing hospital budgets
d) Promoting health in populations
Answer: d) Promoting health in populations