NSG 100 EXAM 1 REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS 2025/2026 NEW UPGRADE WITH
NSG 100 STUDY GUIDE
what are the functions of the skin? — ANSWER–protection
temperature regulation
sensation
vitamin d production
immunologic
absorption
elimination
what’s the epidermis? — ANSWER–top layer of skin
helps with h20 production
what’s the dermis? — ANSWER–second layer of skin
nerves, hair follicles, etc.
what’s the subcutaneous tissue? — ANSWER–third layer of skin, below dermis
helps with padding, warmth, etc.
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what are the 5 steps to the nursing process? — ANSWER–assessment
diagnoses
planning
implementation
evaluation
what’s the assessment phase? — ANSWER–gathering information about pt’s psychological,
physiological, sociological, and spiritual status;
gathered in pt interview; physical exams, hx, etc.
what’s the diagnosing phase? — ANSWER–nurse makes an educated judgement about
potential or actual health problem; include actual description and whether or not patient is at
risk for further issues
what’s the planning phase? — ANSWER–patient and nurse agree on diagnoses and plan of
action can be developed; assigned clear, measurable goal for expected beneficial outcome
usually use evidence-based nursing outcome classification
