NMC Clinical

Question 1

Which of the following does not cause postural hypotension?

Accepted Answer

insufficient exercise

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recent food consumption

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the time of day

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temperature

Question 2

Which of the following is not a predicted side effect of lumbar tap?

Accepted Answer

Nausea and vomiting

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Swelling and bruising

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Headache

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Back pain

Question 3

A patient was diagnosed as having an infection. What is not an indication or symptom of infection?

Accepted Answer

Chills and sweats

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Aching muscles

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A temperature above 38°C

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Warm skin

Question 4

What exactly is respiration?

Accepted Answer

The transfer of oxygen from the outside air to cells within tissues, as well as the transport of carbon dioxide in the reverse way.

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The passage of oxygen from the lungs into the blood, and carbon dioxide from the lungs into the blood, is frequently referred to as "gaseous exchange".

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The passage of air into and out of the lungs to constantly replenish the gasses present, usually known as "breathing"

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Transport of oxygen from blood to the cells and carbon dioxide from the cells to the blood.

Question 5

You saw that a coworker made a medicine administration mistake. What should be done in this situation?

Accepted Answer

You should immediately notify the nurse in charge.

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You should tell the doctor.

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You should tell the patient.

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You should give a written statement and fill out a Trust incident form.

Question 6

A patient on your ward complains that her heart is 'racing', and you discover that the pulse is too quick to manually palpate. What would be your actions?

Accepted Answer

A complete set of measurements: blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation, and temperature. It is critical to do a 12 lead ECG. The patient should next be evaluated by a physician.

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Examine baseline observations and consult with the cardiology team.

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Shout for assistance and rush to get the crash trolley.

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Patient should relax and review her most recent blood tests and fluid balance.

Question 7

You are caring for a postoperative patient, and when conducting their observations, you notice that they are tachycardic and agitated, with an elevated respiratory rate. What may be happening? What would you do?

Accepted Answer

The patient displays signs of hypovolaemic shock. Investigate the source of fluid loss, provide fluid replacement, and seek medical attention.

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The patient exhibits signs of uncontrollable pain. Administer analgesics as indicated, and seek medical care.

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The patient is exhibiting signs of atelectasis. Administer a nebulizer and consult a physiotherapist for an examination.

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The patient is showing signs of hyperventilation. Provide reassurance and deliver oxygen.

Question 8

Which of the following is the proper response for a nurse taking observations on adult patients in an acute hospital setting?

Accepted Answer

When they are accepted or first assessed. A strategy should be carefully written, indicating which observations should be conducted and how frequently future observations should be performed.

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Temperature should be measured daily, respirations at night, and pulse and blood pressure every four hours.

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As indicated by the doctor.

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When they are hospitalized, they are treated once day until they degenerate.

Question 9

Choose the appropriate indication for you to provide information about a patient to a police officer.

Accepted Answer

If the patient has the potential to do urgent and significant damage to themself.

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If you get a request from a police officer.

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If he has the rank of inspector.

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If the public's safety is at risk.

Question 10

Select the appropriate indication for the purpose of "The NMC Code" from the options below.

Accepted Answer

It is a tool for educating aspiring nurses and midwives.

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It describes particular duties or healthcare processes.

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It will give guidance to nurses.

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It thoroughly evaluates a nurse's or midwife's clinical skills.