,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary principle
of aseptic technique?
A) Use of personal protective equipment
B) Maintenance of a sterile field
C) Proper disposal of infectious waste
D) Hand hygiene before patient contact
Correct Answer: B) Maintenance of a sterile field
Rationale: Aseptic technique is centered around protecting
patients from infection by maintaining a sterile environment during
medical procedures.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The ________ is the standard position used to
facilitate breathing in patients with respiratory distress.
Correct Answer: Fowler's position
Rationale: Fowler's position, where the patient is seated in a semi-
upright sitting position (45-60 degrees), helps to improve ventilation
and ease breathing.
, Rationale: The Braden Scale includes mobility as a criterion
because a patient's ability to change and control body position is a
key factor in preventing pressure ulcers.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are components of the SBAR communication method in nursing?
A) Situation
B) Background
C) Assessment
D) Recommendation
E) Analysis
Correct Answers: A) Situation, B) Background, C) Assessment,
D) Recommendation
Rationale: SBAR stands for Situation, Background, Assessment,
and Recommendation, which are the key components of this
structured communication method for healthcare professionals.
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