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Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
A patient with hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine (Synthroid). Which instruction is correct?
Correct — D. Levothyroxine absorption is significantly reduced by food, calcium, iron, antacids, and proton pump inhibitors. It must be taken on an empty stomach 30-60 minutes before breakfast for optimal absorption. -
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
The body mass index (BMI) range for normal weight in adults is:
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
A nurse in Saudi Arabia is asked to perform a procedure that they have not been trained to perform. What is the appropriate response?
Correct — C. [Saudi-specific] SCFHS scope of practice requires nurses to only perform procedures for which they have demonstrated competency. Performing procedures outside one's competence is a patient safety risk and a professional violation. Nurses have the right and obligation to decline unsafe practice and escalate appropriately. -
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SBAR stands for:
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
Proper documentation of care should be:
Correct — C. That's the right answer. -
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Ordered: morphine 2 mg IV. Available: morphine 4 mg/mL. How many mL is administered?
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
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A patient is prescribed digoxin 0.25 mg orally daily. The available tablet strength is 0.125 mg. How many tablets should the nurse administer?
Correct — D. Dose calculation: Desired dose ÷ Available dose = Number of tablets. 0.25 mg ÷ 0.125 mg = 2 tablets. Always double-check digoxin calculations and assess apical pulse for 1 full minute before administration. -
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A patient with asthma requires both a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) and an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS). In which order should the inhalers be used?
Correct — C. The bronchodilator (SABA, e.g., salbutamol) is used first to open the airways, then the corticosteroid inhaler (ICS) is used to deliver the anti-inflammatory medication deeper into the now-dilated airways for maximum effect. -
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Which is the CORRECT technique for measuring blood pressure?
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
Which position is SAFEST for a newborn after feeding to reduce the risk of SIDS?
Correct — C. That's the right answer. -
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
Which of the following is a classic sign of compartment syndrome following a long-bone fracture?
Correct — A. Compartment syndrome: 6 Ps — Pain (severe, disproportionate), Pain with passive stretch, Pressure (tense compartment), Paresthesia, Pallor, and Pulselessness (late sign). Elevation does NOT relieve compartment syndrome pain — it may worsen it. Emergency fasciotomy is required. -
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The antidote for opioid overdose is:
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
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Ordered: furosemide 40 mg IV. Available: furosemide 10 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse draw up?
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
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A patient with myasthenia gravis develops sudden increased weakness, dyspnea, and inability to swallow. What is the priority nursing action?
Correct — B. Myasthenic crisis is a life-threatening complication involving respiratory muscle weakness that can cause respiratory failure. Airway management and rapid response activation are the immediate priorities before any pharmacological intervention. -
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Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for a patient experiencing acute alcohol withdrawal with a CIWA-Ar score of 20?
Correct — C. CIWA-Ar (Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol) score ≥15-20 indicates severe withdrawal requiring pharmacological treatment. Benzodiazepines are first-line — they reduce seizure risk and mortality. Antipsychotics alone do not prevent withdrawal seizures. -
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A patient is prescribed potassium chloride 40 mEq IV. What is the safest administration practice?
Correct — C. IV potassium must always be diluted and given slowly (max 10-20 mEq/hr peripheral, 40 mEq/hr central with monitoring). Rapid IV potassium can cause fatal cardiac arrest. Never administer as IV push. -
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A patient with chronic pain asks about using NSAIDs long-term. What is the most important adverse effect the nurse should educate about?
Correct — B. NSAIDs inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, which normally protects the gastric mucosa. Long-term use causes GI irritation, ulceration, and bleeding. Risk is reduced by taking with food, using the lowest effective dose, or adding a PPI. -
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A patient is diagnosed with low serum potassium. Which of the following foods should the nurse encourage the patient to consume?
Correct — A. Bananas are rich in potassium (~422 mg per medium banana). Other high-potassium foods include oranges, potatoes, and spinach. White bread, rice, and chicken breast are low in potassium. -
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A patient is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Which bowel preparation instruction is correct?
Correct — D. Colonoscopy requires complete bowel cleansing for adequate visualization. The patient follows a clear liquid diet the day before (no red or purple liquids) and drinks the prescribed polyethylene glycol (PEG) solution for bowel preparation. -
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Which dietary modification is MOST important for a patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) Stage 4?
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
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A patient receiving IV potassium chloride (KCl) complains of burning at the IV site. The nurse should:
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
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Normal fasting blood glucose is:
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
Which of the following is a major non-communicable disease (NCD) with particularly high prevalence in Saudi Arabia compared to global averages?
Correct — B. [Saudi-specific] Saudi Arabia has one of the highest rates of type 2 diabetes in the world (estimated 25-30% of adults), driven by dietary habits (high sugar and fat intake), physical inactivity, obesity, and genetic factors. Managing diabetes is a major priority in Saudi primary care. -
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Which intervention is the nurse's first priority when a patient is found in ventricular fibrillation (VF)?
Correct — D. Ventricular fibrillation is a shockable rhythm and defibrillation is the definitive treatment. Early defibrillation dramatically improves survival. Call for help and defibrillate immediately; CPR continues until the defibrillator is ready. -
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Which is an example of a SMART nursing outcome goal?
Correct — A. SMART goals are: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. 'Walk 30 meters unassisted by discharge on Day 3' meets all criteria. Vague goals like 'feel better' cannot be objectively evaluated. -
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Ordered: ceftriaxone 1 g IV in 100 mL NS over 30 minutes. Using a pump, what is the infusion rate (mL/hr)?
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
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What is the purpose of the Saudi Hajj Health Program operated by MOH during the annual pilgrimage season?
Correct — A. [Saudi-specific] Saudi MOH mobilizes a massive Hajj Health Program annually deploying thousands of healthcare workers, field hospitals, ambulance services, and mobile clinics to care for up to 2-3 million pilgrims. Priority areas: heatstroke, stampede injuries, respiratory infections, and chronic disease management. -
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Normal serum potassium range is:
Correct — B. That's the right answer. -
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep
A nurse is educating a community on hand hygiene. When is handwashing with soap and water (rather than hand sanitizer) absolutely required?
Correct — B. Soap and water is mandatory when hands are visibly soiled and after caring for patients with C. difficile, as alcohol-based hand rubs are ineffective against C. diff spores. Otherwise, ABHR is preferred for healthcare settings. -
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A child with epiglottitis should NOT have the throat examined with a tongue depressor because it may cause:
Correct — B. That's the right answer.
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Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep Which of the following is a major non-communicable disease (NCD) with particularly high prevalence in Saudi Arabia compared to global averages?
A. Malaria
B. Type 2 diabetes mellitus (prevalence ~25-30% in adults) ✓
C. Dengue fever
D. Schistosomiasis
Correct — B. [Saudi-specific] Saudi Arabia has one of the highest rates of type 2 diabetes in the world (estimated 25-30% of adults), driven by dietary habits (high sugar and fat intake), physical inactivity, obesity, and genetic factors. Managing diabetes is a major priority in Saudi primary care.
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep Which intervention is the nurse's first priority when a patient is found in ventricular fibrillation (VF)?
A. Administer epinephrine 1 mg IV
B. Begin chest compressions only
C. Establish IV access
D. Call for help and deliver immediate defibrillation ✓
Correct — D. Ventricular fibrillation is a shockable rhythm and defibrillation is the definitive treatment. Early defibrillation dramatically improves survival. Call for help and defibrillate immediately; CPR continues until the defibrillator is ready.
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep Which is an example of a SMART nursing outcome goal?
A. 'Patient will walk 30 meters unassisted by discharge on Day 3 post-hip replacement' ✓
B. 'Patient will feel better'
C. 'Patient will understand their medication'
D. 'Patient will be healthy when they leave'
Correct — A. SMART goals are: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. 'Walk 30 meters unassisted by discharge on Day 3' meets all criteria. Vague goals like 'feel better' cannot be objectively evaluated.
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep Ordered: ceftriaxone 1 g IV in 100 mL NS over 30 minutes. Using a pump, what is the infusion rate (mL/hr)?
A. 100 mL/hr
B. 200 mL/hr ✓
C. 50 mL/hr
D. 400 mL/hr
Correct — B. That's the right answer.
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep What is the purpose of the Saudi Hajj Health Program operated by MOH during the annual pilgrimage season?
A. To provide comprehensive healthcare services for millions of pilgrims, prevent disease outbreaks, and manage mass casualty events during Hajj ✓
B. To provide luxury medical tourism for international pilgrims only
C. To only treat Saudi national pilgrims
D. To administer religious ceremonies in hospitals
Correct — A. [Saudi-specific] Saudi MOH mobilizes a massive Hajj Health Program annually deploying thousands of healthcare workers, field hospitals, ambulance services, and mobile clinics to care for up to 2-3 million pilgrims. Priority areas: heatstroke, stampede injuries, respiratory infections, and chronic disease management.
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep Normal serum potassium range is:
A. 2.5–3.5 mEq/L
B. 3.5–5.0 mEq/L ✓
C. 5.0–6.5 mEq/L
D. 6.5–8.0 mEq/L
Correct — B. That's the right answer.
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep A nurse is educating a community on hand hygiene. When is handwashing with soap and water (rather than hand sanitizer) absolutely required?
A. After every patient contact
B. When hands are visibly soiled or after exposure to Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) ✓
C. Only before invasive procedures
D. Only after removing gloves
Correct — B. Soap and water is mandatory when hands are visibly soiled and after caring for patients with C. difficile, as alcohol-based hand rubs are ineffective against C. diff spores. Otherwise, ABHR is preferred for healthcare settings.
Saudi Nurse SNLE Exam Prep A child with epiglottitis should NOT have the throat examined with a tongue depressor because it may cause:
A. Vomiting
B. Laryngospasm and complete airway obstruction ✓
C. Bleeding
D. Increased fever
Correct — B. That's the right answer.
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Health promotion and maintenance
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