1. When a resident is coughing excessively and droplets may reach your clothing, you must wear:
A. gloves, goggles, and gown
B. goggles, gloves, and mask
C. a gown, footwear, and gloves
D. gloves, mask, and gown Correct
Explanation
Droplet precautions require a mask, gown, and gloves; goggles are added only for splash risk. The combo in option D is the minimum correct set.
2. The last stage of a person's illness is called:
A. optimal
B. terminal Correct
C. minimal
D. maximal
Explanation
Terminal is the accepted term for the final, irreversible phase of illness.
3. Catheter bag urine output unchanged all shift. You should:
A. raise the bag above hips
B. place bag on floor
C. irrigate catheter with water
D. notify the charge nurse Correct
Explanation
Notify the nurse; no output may signal obstruction or low kidney functionâ€â€interventions require licensed assessment.
4. If you make a mistake on the job, the first thing you must do is:
A. keep it confidential
B. report it to charge nurse Correct
C. tell co-workers
D. deny it
Explanation
Immediate reporting upholds resident safety and allows corrective actionâ€â€confidentiality or denial risks harm.
5. Best way to prevent resident accidents is to:
A. be alert to dangers Correct
B. tell residents to be careful
C. place call light out of reach
D. use side-rails whenever in bed
Explanation
Proactive hazard recognition stops accidents before they occur; the other choices are passive or counter-productive.