Fundamentals of Nursing MCQs Part 2 (50-100 Questions) for BSN, GNM, ANM, Staff Nurse & NCLEX
Part 2: Fundamental of Nursing MCQs (50-100)
Preparing for BSN, GNM, ANM, Staff Nurse, Nursing Officer, NCLEX-RN, NCLEX-PN, PNC, DHA, Prometric, or other nursing exams? This Nursing MCQ practice set is designed to help nursing students and professionals strengthen their knowledge through important multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations.
These MCQs cover key nursing subjects, including Fundamentals of Nursing. Whether you are preparing for nursing school examinations, competitive nursing tests, licensing exams, or staff nurse recruitment exams, these practice questions will help improve your concepts, critical thinking skills, and overall exam performance.
51. The second step of the nursing process is:
A. Assessment
B. Planning
C. Nursing Diagnosis
D. Evaluation
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Explanation: Nursing diagnosis identifies patient problems based on assessment data.
52. The acronym ADPIE stands for:
A. Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
B. Assessment, Documentation, Planning, Intervention, Evaluation
C. Assessment, Diagnosis, Procedure, Intervention, Evaluation
D. None
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Explanation: ADPIE is the standard nursing process framework.
53. Therapeutic communication is used to:
A. Entertain patients
B. Build trust and understanding
C. Avoid questions
D. Save time
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Explanation: It improves nurse–patient relationship and care outcomes.
54. Which is an example of non-verbal communication?
A. Talking
B. Writing
C. Facial expression
D. Telephone call
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Explanation: Non-verbal communication includes gestures and facial expressions.
55. The patient's medical record is a:
A. Legal document
B. Financial document
C. Research paper
D. Prescription
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Explanation: Medical records are legal evidence of care provided.
56. The most important principle of documentation is:
A. Neat handwriting
B. Accuracy
C. Long notes
D. Personal opinions
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Explanation: Documentation must be accurate and factual.
57. Confidentiality means:
A. Sharing freely
B. Protecting patient information
C. Ignoring data
D. Public discussion
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Explanation: Patient information must remain private and secure.
58. The founder of modern nursing is:
A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Virginia Henderson
D. Dorothea Orem
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Explanation: She established modern nursing principles.
59. Florence Nightingale is known as:
A. Lady with the Lamp
B. Mother of Medicine
C. First Surgeon
D. Lady of Mercy
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Explanation: She earned this title during the Crimean War.
60. Which microorganism causes tuberculosis?
A. Streptococcus
B. Mycobacterium tuberculosis
C. Staphylococcus
D. E. coli
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Explanation: It is the causative agent of TB infection.
61. Medical asepsis means:
A. Sterile technique
B. Clean technique
C. Surgical procedure
D. Isolation
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Explanation: Medical asepsis reduces number of microorganisms.
62. Surgical asepsis means:
A. Clean technique
B. Sterile technique
C. Handwashing only
D. Isolation only
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Explanation: It aims to eliminate all microorganisms.
63. The best way to prevent cross infection is:
A. Gloves only
B. Mask only
C. Hand hygiene
D. Gown only
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Explanation: Handwashing is the most effective method.
64. The normal oral temperature range is:
A. 34–35°C
B. 36.5–37.5°C
C. 38–39°C
D. 40–41°C
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Explanation: This is the normal oral temperature range.
65. A pulse rate above 100/min in adults is:
A. Bradycardia
B. Tachycardia
C. Arrhythmia
D. Apnea
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Explanation: It refers to abnormally fast heart rate.
66. Absence of breathing is called:
A. Dyspnea
B. Tachypnea
C. Apnea
D. Orthopnea
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Explanation: Apnea means no breathing.
67. Orthopnea means:
A. Difficulty breathing while lying flat
B. Rapid breathing
C. Slow breathing
D. No breathing
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Explanation: Patients breathe better in upright position.
68. Which position is used for shock?
A. Fowler's
B. Sims'
C. Trendelenburg
D. Lithotomy
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Explanation: Used to improve blood flow to vital organs.
69. The pulse site located at the wrist is:
A. Apical
B. Carotid
C. Radial
D. Femoral
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Explanation: Radial pulse is commonly checked at wrist.
70. The apical pulse is assessed at:
A. Wrist
B. Neck
C. Apex of heart
D. Foot
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Explanation: It is heard at the left 5th intercostal space.
71. Informed consent must be:
A. Voluntary
B. Forced
C. Hidden
D. Verbal only
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Explanation: Patient must agree freely without pressure.
72. A nurse who intentionally harms a patient may be charged with:
A. Beneficence
B. Malpractice
C. Advocacy
D. Accountability
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Explanation: It is professional negligence or misconduct.
73. Beneficence means:
A. Do good for the patient
B. Keep secrets
C. Tell lies
D. Avoid treatment
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Explanation: It refers to promoting patient well-being.
74. Non-maleficence means:
A. Respect choice
B. Do no harm
C. Justice
D. Honesty
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Explanation: Nurses must avoid causing harm.
75. Respecting a patient's right is:
A. Fidelity
B. Justice
C. Autonomy
D. Veracity
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Explanation: Patients have the right to make decisions.
76. Veracity means:
A. Truthfulness
B. Loyalty
C. Fairness
D. Kindness
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Explanation: It means being honest with patients.
77. Fidelity means:
A. Honesty
B. Loyalty and keeping promises
C. Justice
D. Privacy
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Explanation: Nurses must remain faithful to commitments.
78. The nurse acts as patient advocate by:
A. Ignoring concerns
B. Protecting patient rights
C. Prescribing drugs
D. Diagnosing disease
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Explanation: Advocacy ensures patient safety and rights.
79. First action before medication administration is:
A. Give medicine
B. Check doctor's order
C. Call pharmacy
D. Record administration
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Explanation: Always verify prescription before giving drugs.
80. The "right patient" is part of:
A. 3 Rights
B. 5 Rights
C. 10 Rights
D. 2 Rights
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Explanation: Medication safety includes multiple rights including patient identification.
81. Which route avoids first-pass metabolism?
A. Oral
B. Sublingual
C. Rectal
D. Gastric
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Explanation: Drug is absorbed directly into bloodstream.
82. STAT means:
A. Tomorrow
B. Immediately
C. Weekly
D. Night
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Explanation: STAT orders require urgent administration.
83. HS means:
A. Before meals
B. At bedtime
C. Morning
D. Noon
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Explanation: It indicates medication at night.
84. Normal urine specific gravity is:
A. 1.005–1.030
B. 1.050–1.080
C. 0.900–0.950
D. 2.000–3.000
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Explanation: Indicates urine concentration level.
85. Oliguria means urine output less than:
A. 100 mL/day
B. 400 mL/day
C. 1500 mL/day
D. 2500 mL/day
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Explanation: Reduced urine output below normal range.
86. Excessive urination is:
A. Dysuria
B. Hematuria
C. Polyuria
D. Oliguria
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Explanation: Increased urine production.
87. Blood in urine is:
A. Hematuria
B. Proteinuria
C. Glycosuria
D. Dysuria
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Explanation: Presence of red blood cells in urine.
88. Pressure ulcers are caused by:
A. Exercise
B. Prolonged pressure
C. Fever
D. Infection only
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Explanation: Reduced blood flow leads to tissue damage.
89. Most common site for pressure ulcer:
A. Sacrum
B. Ear
C. Nose
D. Elbow
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Explanation: Common in bedridden patients.
90. ROM exercises maintain:
A. Vision
B. Hearing
C. Joint mobility
D. Appetite
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Explanation: Prevents stiffness and contractures.
91. Active ROM is performed by:
A. Nurse
B. Patient independently
C. Family
D. Doctor
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Explanation: Patient moves joints without assistance.
92. Passive ROM is performed by:
A. Patient alone
B. Nurse/caregiver
C. Pharmacist
D. Technician
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Explanation: Patient is unable to move independently.
93. The best source of infection in hospitals is:
A. Air
B. Water
C. Hands of healthcare workers
D. Food
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Explanation: Improper hand hygiene spreads infections.
94. Isolation precautions are used to:
A. Punish patients
B. Prevent spread of infection
C. Improve sleep
D. Reduce workload
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Explanation: Used for infectious disease control.
95. PPE stands for:
A. Personal Protective Equipment
B. Patient Protection Evaluation
C. Professional Practice Exam
D. Public Protection Equipment
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Explanation: Used for infection prevention.
96. Purpose of triage is:
A. Documentation
B. Prioritize patient care
C. Medication administration
D. Billing
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Explanation: Patients are sorted based on severity.
97. Emergency color in triage:
A. Green
B. Yellow
C. Red
D. Black
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Explanation: Indicates immediate life-threatening condition.
98. Evidence-based practice combines:
A. Experience only
B. Research, expertise, patient preference
C. Tradition only
D. Doctor opinion only
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Explanation: Best clinical decisions are evidence-based.
99. Accountability means:
A. Avoid responsibility
B. Responsibility for actions
C. Delegate all work
D. Ignore errors
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Explanation: Nurses are responsible for their professional actions.
100. Ultimate goal of nursing care is:
A. Cure all diseases
B. Promote, maintain, restore health
C. Increase hospital stay
D. Reduce documentation
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Explanation: Nursing focuses on holistic patient well-being.
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