Saudi Prometric Nursing Fundamentals of Nursing 3

Question 1

The nurse is assessing skin turgor. Where is the best site to assess skin turgor in an adult?

Accepted Answer

Forearm or sternum

Answer

In adults, skin turgor is best assessed on the forearm or sternum because the skin in these areas is less affected by aging. The back of the hand is less reliable in elderly patients due to normal age-related skin changes.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a tertiary prevention intervention?

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitation after a stroke

Answer

Tertiary prevention aims to reduce the impact of an established disease by restoring function and preventing complications. Rehabilitation after stroke is a classic example. Primary prevention prevents disease; secondary prevention detects it early.

Question 3

A patient is placed on contact precautions. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is required upon entering the room?

Accepted Answer

Gloves and gown

Answer

Contact precautions require gloves and a gown to be worn when entering the patient's room, as they prevent transmission of pathogens through direct or indirect contact with the patient or their environment.

Question 4

A nurse is administering an intramuscular injection to an adult. Which site is preferred to avoid injury to the sciatic nerve?

Accepted Answer

Ventrogluteal site

Answer

The ventrogluteal site is now preferred for IM injections in adults because it is free of major nerves and blood vessels. The dorsogluteal site is associated with risk of sciatic nerve injury and is no longer recommended.

Question 5

When teaching a patient with limited health literacy, the nurse should:

Accepted Answer

Use plain language and teach-back method

Answer

The teach-back method (asking patients to repeat information in their own words) is the most effective strategy for verifying understanding, especially with patients with limited health literacy. Plain language removes barriers.

Saudi Prometric Nursing Practice Test

Saudi Prometric Nursing Practice Test

Saudi Prometric Nursing Fundamentals of Nursing 3