TIA Fundamentals of Nursing

Question 1

A nurse is preparing to perform hand hygiene before a procedure. Which action is correct when using alcohol-based hand rub?

Accepted Answer

Apply to dry hands and rub for at least 15 seconds until dry

Answer

Alcohol-based hand rub should be applied to dry hands and rubbed together for at least 15 seconds until completely dry.

Question 2

Which patient position is most appropriate for a client receiving a nasogastric tube feeding?

Accepted Answer

Semi-Fowler's at 30–45 degrees

Answer

Semi-Fowler's position at 30–45 degrees reduces aspiration risk during enteral feedings.

Question 3

A nurse is measuring a client's blood pressure and notices the cuff is too small. What effect will this have on the reading?

Accepted Answer

Falsely high reading

Answer

A cuff that is too small will produce a falsely elevated blood pressure reading.

Question 4

When performing a bed bath, the nurse should wash the patient in which order?

Accepted Answer

Face → neck → arms → chest → abdomen → legs → perineum → back

Answer

The correct sequence moves from cleanest areas (face) to dirtiest (perineum, back) to prevent contamination.

Question 5

A nurse is about to administer a medication. Which of the following is the MINIMUM number of patient identifiers that should be used?

Accepted Answer

Two

Answer

At least two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth) must be verified before administering any medication per The Joint Commission standards.

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TIA Fundamentals of Nursing