Medical Tests Certified Emergency Nurse Sample Questions:
1. You are changing the tape on a tracheostomy tube when the patient coughs, and the tube becomes
dislodged. The initial action of the nurse should be:
A) Grasp the retention sutures and spread the opening.
B) Notify the physician.
C) Notify the respiratory therapist.
D) Cover the site with a sterile dressing.
2. You are caring for a suicidal patient with a plan. You have developed a plan of care. What would the
outcome of your plan of care be?
A) Develops a relationship with staff and peers
B) Less anxiety and agitation
C) Coping and problem solving skills
D) Denies suicidal ideations and identifies options to deal with stressors
3. The most appropriate action by the nurse who is preparing to communicate with an older patient who has
hearing loss is:
A) Obtain a sign language interpreter.
B) Pantomime and write the patient notes.
C) Exaggerate lip movements.
D) Stand in front of the patient.
4. The correct hand placement for chest compressions is the:
A) Upper third of the sternum
B) Upper half of the sternum
C) Lower third of sternum
D) Lower half of the sternum
5. You are caring for an older female patient whose husband died six months ago. Which of the following
actions by the patient indicates ineffective coping?
A) Neglecting her personal grooming
B) Visiting the grave once a month
C) Looking at old snapshots of her family
D) Participating in a senior citizens program
Solutions:
Question # 1 Answer: A | Question # 2 Answer: D | Question # 3 Answer: D | Question # 4 Answer: D | Question # 5 Answer: A |