Free Basic Nursing Skills Practice Test (2026)

70 questions · 120 min · 70% to pass

70 Questions · 120 Minutes · 70% to Pass

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Sample Questions

Question 1

When measuring a patient's blood pressure, what do the systolic and diastolic numbers represent?

Answer: Systolic is the pressure when the heart contracts; diastolic is the pressure when the heart relaxes between beats.

Question 2

What is the normal adult respiratory rate range?

Answer: 12–20 breaths per minute.

Question 3

What is the normal oral body temperature range for a healthy adult?

Answer: 97.6°F–99.6°F (36.5°C–37.5°C).

Question 4

Which site gives the most accurate core body temperature reading?

Answer: The rectal site provides the most accurate core body temperature.

Question 5

What is the normal resting heart rate range for an adult?

Answer: 60–100 beats per minute.