Exam 2: NU136 NU 136 Latest

Exam 2: NU136 / NU 136 (Latest

Update 2025 / 2026) Fundamentals of Nursing | Questions with Correct Answers | 100 % Correct | Grade A - Galen

Question:

T or F feelings of isolation is a psychosocial effect of immobility?

Answer:

True

Question:

which of the following is a primary reason for nocturia in older adults?

• overproduction of urine by the kidneys
• reduced ability of the kidneys to concentrate urine
• excessive fluid intake before bedtime
• increased renal blood flow at night

Answer:

• reduced ability of the kidneys to concentrate urine 1 / 4

Question:

pt with a new colostomy is concerned about odor & emptying the pouch. what can the lvn recommend to help with odor

• using a commercially available deodorizes or placing a tic-tac in the pouch
• consuming more garlic and onions
• placing aspirin in the pouch
• avoiding emptying the pouch

Answer:

• using a commercially available deodorizes of placing a tic-tac in the pouch

Question:

the nurse identifies that a patient using crutches has a properly fitted crutch

when:

• the patient's shoulders are shrugged when gripping the handholds
• the elbows are fully extended when holding the grips
• the top of the crutch is 1 to 1.5 inches from the axilla
• the hand grips align with the hips

Answer:

• the top of the crutch is 1 to 1.5 inches from the axilla

• / 4

Question:

which factor primarily affects bowel elimination

• sleep patterns
• diet
• activity level
• age

Answer:

• diet

Question:

while assessing a pt abdomen, the lvn hears high-pitches, tinkling sounds.

this bowel sound is best described as:

• hyperactive
• absent
• hypoactive
• borborygmi

Answer:

• hyperactive

• / 4

Question:

a patient is diagnosed with stress incontinence. which nursing intervention is most appropriate?

• recommend use of diuretic in the morning
• teach the patient about Kegel exercises
• encourage increased fluid intake before bedtime
• teach the patient to limit bladder irritants like caffeine

Answer:

• teach the patient about Kegel exercises

Question:

what can help with immobility?

• physical therapy
• playing video games
• eating junk foods
• drinking alcohol

Answer:

• physical therapy

• / 4