Trivium Patient Care and Safety 4

Question 1

A patient's identification band is missing. What should the nurse do before administering medication?

Accepted Answer

Use two patient identifiers to re-verify and replace the ID band before proceeding

Answer

Two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth) must be used to verify identity, and the ID band must be replaced before medication administration.

Question 2

Which action by a nursing assistant demonstrates correct body mechanics when lifting a heavy object?

Accepted Answer

Bending at the knees, keeping the back straight, and holding the load close

Answer

Proper body mechanics require bending at the knees, maintaining a straight back, and keeping the load close to the body to protect the spine.

Question 3

A patient reports severe chest pain and shortness of breath. The nurse's FIRST action should be:

Accepted Answer

Activate the rapid response or emergency system immediately

Answer

Chest pain with shortness of breath is a potential cardiac emergency requiring immediate activation of the emergency response system.

Question 4

Which of the following demonstrates proper hand hygiene technique with an alcohol-based hand rub?

Accepted Answer

Apply rub to all hand surfaces and rub until completely dry

Answer

Alcohol-based hand rub must be applied to all surfaces of both hands and rubbed until completely dry for full effectiveness.

Question 5

A patient tells you, 'I want to refuse my scheduled blood draw.' The correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Inform the patient of the risks, document the refusal, and notify the nurse

Answer

Patients have the right to refuse treatment; the caregiver must inform the patient of consequences, document the refusal, and notify the responsible clinician.

(Trivium) Trivium Health Care Exam Practice Test

(Trivium) Trivium Health Care Exam Practice Test

Trivium Patient Care and Safety 4