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44. A patient with asthma is experiencing an acute exacerbation. What medicinal intervention is most commonly used as a fast-acting rescue medication?

A. Long-acting beta-agonist (LABA)
B. Inhaled corticosteroid
C. Short-acting beta-agonist (SABA)
D. Oral antibiotic
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Jun 6, 2026

43. A practicum student is asked to conduct a “mini-mental status exam.” This is primarily a screening tool for:

A. Personality disorders
B. Cognitive impairment
C. Mood disorders
D. Substance use disorders
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Jun 6, 2026
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41. You are taking a patient’s temperature using an oral thermometer. The patient just drank hot coffee. What is your most appropriate action?

A. Take the temperature immediately
B. Wait 15-30 minutes before taking the temperature
C. Take a rectal temperature instead
D. Add 2 degrees to the reading
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Jun 6, 2026

40. A patient on Lithium therapy for bipolar disorder develops nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and coarse tremors. What is the most immediate concern?

A. Normal side effects of Lithium
B. Lithium toxicity
C. Onset of a new viral infection
D. Hypoglycemia
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Jun 6, 2026
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Jun 6, 2026

38. A client reveals during a session that they have been physically abusing their child. What is your ethical and legal obligation?

A. Maintain confidentiality as per general client-therapist privilege
B. Report to the appropriate child protective services agency
C. Advise the client to seek legal counsel
D. Encourage the client to stop the behavior on their own
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

37. A patient with diabetes presents with confusion, cool and clammy skin, and tremors. What immediate condition should you suspect?

A. Hyperglycemia
B. Hypoglycemia
C. Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
D. Hypertensive crisis
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Jun 6, 2026

36. You are performing CPR on an adult. What is the correct compression depth?

A. At least 1 inch (2.5 cm)
B. At least 2 inches (5 cm)
C. No more than 1 inch (2.5 cm)
D. At least 4 inches (10 cm)
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Jun 6, 2026

35. You are leading a group therapy session. One member repeatedly monopolizes the conversation, preventing others from participating. What is your most effective intervention?

A. Allow the member to continue, as it shows engagement
B. Politely interrupt, acknowledge their contribution, and invite others to share
C. Confront the member aggressively
D. End the group session early
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Jun 6, 2026

33. A patient is diagnosed with Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection. What technical infection control measure is paramount when providing care?

A. Wearing a surgical mask only
B. Using alcohol-based hand sanitizer before and after patient contact
C. Washing hands with soap and water before and after patient contact
D. Wearing a gown and gloves only
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Jun 6, 2026

32. You are observing a client who appears to be hallucinating (talking to unseen figures). What is the most appropriate therapeutic communication strategy?

A. Agree with the hallucination to build rapport
B. Challenge the hallucination directly
C. Acknowledge their experience, but reorient them to reality (e.g., "I don't see anyone, but I can see you're distressed")
D. Ignore the behavior completely
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Jun 6, 2026

31. A patient complains of sudden, severe, unilateral headache, blurred vision, and a stiff neck. You suspect a subarachnoid hemorrhage. What is the urgency level?

A. Routine; can wait until morning rounds
B. Moderate; can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers
C. High; requires immediate medical evaluation and imaging
D. Low; likely a tension headache
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Jun 6, 2026

30. During a practicum, you are asked to conduct a brief cognitive screening using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). What does this tool primarily assess?

A. Mood and affect
B. Personality traits
C. Cognitive function (e.g., orientation, memory, attention)
D. Physical dexterity
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Jun 6, 2026

29. A patient is prescribed Warfarin (Coumadin), an anticoagulant. What dietary education is crucial to provide?

A. Encourage consumption of leafy green vegetables
B. Limit intake of foods high in Vitamin K
C. Increase intake of grapefruit juice
D. Avoid all dairy products
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Jun 6, 2026

28. You are about to transfer a patient from the bed to a wheelchair. The patient is weak on one side. What is your critical safety consideration?

A. Ask the patient to transfer themselves
B. Ensure the wheelchair is unlocked and far from the bed
C. Use a gait belt and ensure the wheelchair is locked and positioned correctly
D. Have the patient stand up quickly
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Jun 6, 2026

27. A client in a therapy session becomes visibly distressed, crying uncontrollably and unable to speak. What is your most appropriate therapeutic response?

A. Hand them a tissue and say nothing
B. Offer a brief, empathetic statement, and allow them space to compose themselves
C. Tell them to stop crying and pull themselves together
D. Change the subject to something lighter
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Jun 6, 2026
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