OMSB_OEN Online Practice Questions and Answers

A nurse is preparing to collect a throat culture for a middle-aged male patient. The nurse is aware that the swabbing should be collected from:

A. Uvula and soft palate

B. Any site of oral cavity mucosa

C. Tongue and right or left buccal mucosa

D. Mucosa of oropharynx and tonsillar region

A nurse is visiting an Asian family and found that both parents have cardiac problems. The nurse is aware of Asian genetic predisposition to cardiovascular diseases. The nurse assessment falls below which of the following cultural assessment category?

A. Bio-cultural factors

B. Socio-cultural practices

C. Ethnic/racial background

D. Cultural dietary practices

Follow infection precautions for 24 hours after starting antibiotic treatment

A. Every 1 hour

B. Every 2 hours

C. Every 4 hours

D. Every 7 hours

A 50-year-old multi-para woman complains of a soft bulge of tissue in her vagina. It is uncomfortable to her and is protruding through her vaginal orifice. The woman expresses her anxiety regarding her situation. What is the IMMEDIATE action of the nurse?

A. Refers the woman to the doctor

B. Educates the woman about her diet

C. Reassures the woman about her condition

D. Teaches the woman about Kegel exercises

A nurse is monitoring a patient with Cushing syndrome who suffers from recurrent fractures and bruising.

Which of the following is the BEST action the nurse would do?

A. Review the patient's calcium level

B. Establish protective environment

C. Advise for orthopedic clinic visit

D. Encourage high protein diet

At the end of the year, the head nurse decided to motivate the nurses for their teamwork. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate action?

A. Sending an email to appreciate the achievement of the team

B. Circulating a memo to nurses listing the consequences of standard performance

C. Discussing the significant team contribution and challenges after the morning shift report

D. Acknowledging team members who have made a significant contribution during the ward meeting

The following term refers to the type of abortion in which the fetus dies in the uterus but is not expelled:

A. Missed

B. Complete

C. Inevitable

D. Threatened

What is the maximum duration for therapeutic bath effects for a 45-year-old patient with perineum irritation?

A. 5 minutes

B. 10 minutes

C. 15 minutes

D. 20 minutes

A nurse aims to establish a respectful therapeutic relationship with a patient. Which of the following actions is MOST appropriate to achieve this?

A. Discussing non-health-related topics

B. Being congruent between what is felt and what is expressed

C. Considering client's ideas, preferences, and opinions when planning care

D. Understanding the meaning and relevance of client's thoughts and feelings

A client with major depressive disorder is placed on phenelzine 15 mg BID. The nurse discussed with the client the dietary restrictions to follow while taking this medication. Which of the following instructions MUST be included in teaching?

A. Avoid garlic, fish, and egg yolks

B. Avoid milk, peanuts, and tomatoes

C. Avoid black beans, garlic and pears

D. Avoid parmesan cheese, beef liver, raisins