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Keep an eye on the clock and pace yourself.
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materials can lead to disqualification.
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choice questions might need you to select the best ANS, while essay questions
require detailed responses.
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plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
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stable. For online exams, you might need a webcam and microphone for proctoring
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not be accepted.
,1. Which of the following is the most appropriate method for
assessing a patient's pain level?
- A. Asking the patient to rate their pain on a scale of 0-10
- B. Observing the patient's facial expressions
- C. Measuring the patient's blood pressure
- D. Checking the patient's pulse
- ANS: A. Asking the patient to rate their pain on a scale of 0-
10
- Rationale: Self-reporting using a numerical scale is the most
reliable method for assessing pain.
,3. Which of the following techniques is used to assess the apical
pulse?
- A. Palpation
- B. Percussion
- C. Auscultation
- D. Inspection
- ANS: C. Auscultation
- Rationale: The apical pulse is assessed by auscultation
using a stethoscope.
### Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
4. The normal range for adult respiratory rate is __________
breaths per minute.
- ANS: 12-20 breaths per minute
- Rationale: This range is considered normal for adult
respiratory rate.
, - Rationale: The deltoid muscle is commonly used for
intramuscular injections due to its accessibility and muscle mass.
### True/False Questions
6. True or False: The use of personal protective equipment
(PPE) is only necessary when dealing with patients in isolation.
- ANS: False
- Rationale: PPE should be used as needed based on the type
of care being provided and the potential for exposure to infectious
agents.
7. True or False: The Sims' position is commonly used for
administering enemas.
- ANS: True
- Rationale: The Sims' position allows for easier access to the
rectum for enema administration.
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