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- A. Wrap it in moist sterile gauze and place it in a sealed bag
- B. Place it directly on ice to preserve the tissue
- C. Wash it with antiseptic and return it to the wound
- D. Leave it exposed so the hospital staff can examine it
Explanation: The part should be wrapped in clean, slightly moist gauze, sealed in a bag, and the bag placed on ice or in iced water.
Correct answer: Wrap it in moist sterile gauze and place it in a sealed bag- A. Cover the burn loosely with a sterile non-fluffy dressing
- B. Remove clothing that is not stuck to the burned skin
- C. Apply ice directly to the burned area for pain relief
- D. Arrange urgent medical assessment and monitor breathing
Explanation: Ice should not be applied because it can worsen tissue injury and hypothermia.
Correct answer: Apply ice directly to the burned area for pain relief- A. Give up to five abdominal thrusts and reassess
- B. Give water slowly to clear the obstruction
- C. Put fingers into the mouth to search for the object
- D. Lay the person flat and begin rescue breaths
Explanation: For severe choking in a conscious adult, alternate up to five back blows with up to five abdominal thrusts until the object is expelled or…
Correct answer: Give up to five abdominal thrusts and reassess- A. Alternate five back blows with five chest thrusts
- B. Give five abdominal thrusts while holding the infant upright
- C. Perform a blind finger sweep inside the infant's mouth
- D. Give repeated rescue breaths until the object is expelled
Explanation: A choking infant is supported face down for back blows and then turned face up for chest thrusts, repeating the sequence as needed.
Correct answer: Alternate five back blows with five chest thrusts- A. The substance, estimated amount and time of exposure
- B. The patient's usual diet and sleeping pattern
- C. The patient's last routine vaccination date
- D. The colour of the patient's clothing and shoes
Explanation: Identifying the substance, amount and time of exposure helps the poison service and hospital select appropriate treatment.
Correct answer: The substance, estimated amount and time of exposure- A. Keep the patient still, support the legs and monitor for shock
- B. Help the patient stand to test whether the pelvis is stable
- C. Repeatedly press the pelvis to locate the exact fracture
- D. Give food and drink because surgery may be delayed
Explanation: A suspected pelvic injury can cause severe internal bleeding, so the patient should be kept still and monitored closely for shock.
Correct answer: Keep the patient still, support the legs and monitor for shock- A. Keep interruptions as short as possible and resume promptly
- B. Pause for one minute to allow the chest to recover
- C. Check the pulse after every two compressions
- D. Remove the AED pads before restarting compressions
Explanation: High-quality CPR requires adequate compression depth and rate with pauses kept as short as possible.
Correct answer: Keep interruptions as short as possible and resume promptly- A. Use adult pads if they can be placed without touching each other
- B. Do not use the AED because adult pads are never suitable for children
- C. Place both adult pads on the front of the chest side by side
- D. Cut the adult pads into smaller pieces before applying them
Explanation: If paediatric pads or an attenuator are unavailable, adult AED pads may be used for a child when they can be positioned safely without…
Correct answer: Use adult pads if they can be placed without touching each other- A. Cover the wound with a sterile dressing and immobilise the limb
- B. Push the bone back under the skin before applying a splint
- C. Wash the wound vigorously and straighten the limb fully
- D. Apply firm pressure directly over the exposed bone
Explanation: The wound should be covered with a sterile dressing and the limb immobilised in the position found.
Correct answer: Cover the wound with a sterile dressing and immobilise the limb150. During CPR on a 6-year-old child, where should the rescuer place the compressing hand or hands?
- A. On the lower half of the sternum
- B. Over the left side of the chest
- C. On the upper end of the sternum
- D. Directly over the lower ribs
Explanation: Compressions are delivered on the lower half of the sternum, using one or two hands according to the child’s size.
Correct answer: On the lower half of the sternum- A. From the anus toward the urethra
- B. From the urethra toward the anus
- C. From the sides toward the urethra
- D. From the perineum toward the thighs
Explanation: Cleansing from the urethra toward the anus moves microorganisms away from the urinary tract and reduces the risk of infection.
Correct answer: From the urethra toward the anus- A. Massage the reddened area gently
- B. Apply powder over the reddened area
- C. Relieve pressure from the sacrum
- D. Place a warm towel over the sacrum
Explanation: Non-blanching redness may indicate an early pressure injury, so pressure must be relieved immediately.
Correct answer: Relieve pressure from the sacrum- A. The nurse moves the patient’s elbow
- B. The patient moves the elbow independently
- C. The nurse supports the limb throughout
- D. The patient’s limb is moved without effort
Explanation: Active range of motion is performed by the patient using the muscles of the joint.
Correct answer: The patient moves the elbow independently- A. Place the wheelchair away from the bed
- B. Lock the wheelchair and bed wheels
- C. Ask the patient to stand without assistance
- D. Keep the patient’s feet off the floor
Explanation: Locking the wheels prevents the bed or wheelchair from moving during the transfer and reduces fall risk.
Correct answer: Lock the wheelchair and bed wheels- A. On the patient’s left side
- B. On the patient’s right side
- C. Two steps ahead of the patient
- D. Behind the patient at a distance
Explanation: The nurse should remain on the patient’s weaker side to provide support and help prevent a fall.
Correct answer: On the patient’s right side- A. Place a pillow between the knees
- B. Allow the upper arm to hang freely
- C. Keep the head turned sharply downward
- D. Place both legs directly on top of each other
Explanation: A pillow between the knees supports the hips and maintains alignment of the legs.
Correct answer: Place a pillow between the knees- A. Place the patient flat on the back
- B. Use large amounts of water for rinsing
- C. Position the patient on the side
- D. Ask the patient to swallow after cleansing
Explanation: Side-lying positioning allows secretions and fluid to drain from the mouth and helps reduce aspiration risk.
Correct answer: Position the patient on the side- A. Pull the patient toward the edge without support
- B. Raise the bed to a safe working height
- C. Shake the clean linen over the patient
- D. Leave the bed in its highest position afterward
Explanation: Raising the bed to a safe working height protects the nurse from back injury and improves control during the procedure.
Correct answer: Raise the bed to a safe working height- A. Independent mobility
- B. Passive mobility
- C. Assisted mobility
- D. Complete bed rest
Explanation: Assisted mobility occurs when the patient performs part of the activity and receives help with the remainder.
Correct answer: Assisted mobility- A. Continue the bath to finish quickly
- B. Assess the pain and affected area
- C. Tell the patient that movement is necessary
- D. Apply lotion before assessing the pain
Explanation: The nurse should first assess the pain, its location and possible cause before continuing care.
Correct answer: Assess the pain and affected area