TERM 1 FINAL EXAM UNITEK
COLLEGE QUESTION WITH
ANSWERS!!
What is acute pain? How long does it last? - ANSWERsudden onset, usually
subsides once treated.
Lasts no more than 6 months
What is chronic pain? - ANSWERPain continues for 6 months or longer, usually
related to an underlying issue ie: arthritis or illness
When should discharge planning begin? - ANSWERShortly after admission
When is a discharge against medical advice signed? - ANSWERan AMA form is
signed when patient wishes to leave healthcare facility against medical advice
What is blanching? - ANSWERwhitening of skin/nail due to pressure, if not returned
to normal color within 3 seconds or less it may be an indicator for poor blood
circulation.
Who is the founder of modern day nursing? - ANSWERFlorence Nightingale
What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs? - ANSWER1. Physiological needs
2. Safety and Security needs
3. Love and Belonging Needs
4. Self esteem
5. self actualization
What is surgical asepsis? - ANSWERthe process of creating and maintaining an
area that is completely free of pathogens (sterile technique)
What is medical asepsis? - ANSWERmeasures used to reduce and prevent the
spread of pathogens (clean technique)
What is the best way to breaking the chain of infection? - ANSWERWashing hands
What is objective data? - ANSWERWhat you observe and can measure
What is subjective data? - ANSWERData that only the subject or "patient" can feel
and will tell you. Usually in a statement.
What should a nurse do if reddened area appears on sacrum of patient? -
ANSWERDo blanching test
