| What to create | Quiz |
| Which subject | Health |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| What topic | Basic nursing skills for nursing assistants |
| Question types | Close-ended |
| Number of questions | 10 |
| Number of answers | 10 |
| Correct answers | Exactly 1 |
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Welcome to the Basic Nursing Skills Quiz designed for Nursing Assistants. This quiz consists of 10 questions, each based on a description of an image. Choose the correct answer from the options provided.
1. {The image of a nurse demonstrating proper handwashing techniques at a sink, showing the steps of scrubbing hands with soap under running water.}
A. Using soap and water for 20 seconds
B. Rinsing hands without soap
C. Wiping hands on a towel
D. Using hand sanitizer only
E. Scrubbing hands with a brush
F. Rubbing hands together for 5 seconds
G. Washing hands outside
H. Only using cold water
I. Drying hands on a shared cloth
J. Using lotion instead of soap
2. {The image of a nurse taking a patient’s temperature with a digital thermometer placed under the tongue.}
A. Applying the thermometer to the forehead
B. Inserting the thermometer in the armpit
C. Placing the thermometer under the tongue
D. Holding the thermometer at arm's length
E. Inserting the thermometer in the ear
F. Using an analog thermometer
G. Covering the thermometer with a blanket
H. Taking temperature by feeling the pulse
I. Holding the thermometer in hand
J. Placing the thermometer on the wrist
3. {The image of a nurse using a gait belt to assist a patient in walking.}
A. Not using any assistance while walking
B. Using a wheelchair instead
C. Using a gait belt properly
D. Lifting the patient off the ground
E. Holding the patient by their arms
F. Walking behind the patient without support
G. Allowing the patient to walk independently
H. Pushing the patient in a walker
I. Yanking the gait belt tightly
J. Using a belt without securing it
4. {The image of a nurse checking a patient’s blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer.}
A. Using a stethoscope to listen to the pulse
B. Wrapping the cuff around the wrist
C. Placing the cuff correctly on the upper arm
D. Not recording the results
E. Using the device on the leg
F. Pumping the cuff to 200 mmHg
G. Measuring blood pressure without calibration
H. Using a broken sphygmomanometer
I. Ignoring patient comfort
J. Asking the patient about their height
5. {The image of a nurse changing a bandage on a patient’s arm after cleaning the wound.}
A. Not cleaning the wound before changing the bandage
B. Using sterile gloves during the procedure
C. Leaving the old bandage on
D. Applying ointment without washing hands
E. Using non-sterile materials for a clean wound
F. Taping the bandage tightly
G. Asking the patient to do it themselves
H. Ignoring signs of infection
I. Peeling the bandage off quickly
J. Using an expired bandage
6. {The image of a nurse positioning a patient in a wheelchair for comfort and safety.}
A. Not securing the footrests
B. Ensuring patient comfort and safety
C. Leaving the patient unattended
D. Positioning the wheelchair incorrectly
E. Ignoring the patient’s input
F. Facing the wheelchair away from the bed
G. Forgetting to secure the brakes
H. Allowing arms to hang loosely
I. Not adjusting the armrests
J. Using an undamaged wheelchair
7. {The image of a nurse demonstrating how to use an inhaler properly with a patient.}
A. Shaking the inhaler before use
B. Holding the inhaler upside down
C. Exhaling before taking a puff
D. Not waiting a few seconds between puffs
E. Inhaling too quickly
F. Using the inhaler while talking
G. Storing the inhaler in the refrigerator
H. Placing the inhaler against the throat
I. Forgetting to check the dose
J. Using the inhaler without a spacer
8. {The image of a nurse assisting a patient with feeding, ensuring the patient is sitting upright.}
A. Feeding the patient while lying down
B. Not checking for swallowing ability
C. Sitting patient upright while feeding
D. Allowing the patient to eat unlimited food
E. Ignoring the patient's preferences
F. Dropping food from a height
G. Not monitoring for choking
H. Offering food that is too hot
I. Feeding quickly without care
J. Using utensils that are hard to manage
9. {The image of a nurse performing a catheter insertion with sterile equipment.}
A. Not using sterile techniques
B. Using gloves and keeping the area clean
C. Inserting the catheter without lubrication
D. Not explaining the procedure to the patient
E. Using a catheter that is too small
F. Attempting to insert without proper training
G. Neglecting to wash hands beforehand
H. Borrowing equipment from another room
I. Forcing the catheter into place
J. Ignoring patient comfort
10. {The image of a nurse checking a patient’s pulse on their wrist.}
A. Using the thumb to check the pulse
B. Feeling for the pulse correctly on the wrist
C. Counting too quickly without accuracy
D. Not documenting the pulse rate
E. Ignoring irregular rhythms
F. Checking only once a day
G. Using a device instead of hands
H. Forgetting to wash hands before checking
I. Not involving the patient in their care
J. Relying solely on the patient's feedback
Thank you for participating in the quiz!