Critical Care Nursing
A Holistic Approach
12th Edition
Author(s)Patricia Gonce Morton; Paul
Thurman
TEST BANK
1. Foundations of Critical Care
2. Special Populations
3. Special Situations
4. Cardiovascular System
,5. Respiratory System
6. Renal System
7. Nervous System
8. Gastrointestinal System
9. Endocrine System
• Key Disorders:
10. Hematologic & Immune
11. Integumentary System
12. Multisystem & Emergencies
CORE PRIORITIES (ALWAYS REMEMBER)
• ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
• Early recognition + rapid intervention
• Holistic care: patient + family
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Patient safety & ethical practice
,Question 1
A critically ill patient’s family expresses anxiety and confusion
regarding the plan of care. Which nursing action best reflects
the holistic approach to critical care nursing practice?
A. Focus primarily on physiologic stabilization and defer family
concerns
B. Provide emotional support while explaining the patient’s
condition and plan of care
C. Refer all family concerns to the physician
D. Limit communication to avoid overwhelming the family
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Holistic critical care nursing integrates physiologic,
psychological, and social needs. Supporting the family while
providing clear information reflects this approach. Option A
neglects psychosocial needs. Option C limits nursing
responsibility. Option D reduces therapeutic communication.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1 Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which outcome best demonstrates the value of critical care
nurse certification to patient care?
A. Increased hospital revenue
B. Improved patient outcomes and safety
, C. Reduced nurse workload
D. Decreased documentation requirements
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Certification is associated with improved patient outcomes and
safety through validated knowledge and competence. Option A
is indirect. Option C is incorrect; workload may not decrease.
Option D is unrelated to certification.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1 Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is reviewing evidence-based practice (EBP) literature.
Which source represents the highest level of evidence?
A. Expert opinion
B. Case study
C. Randomized controlled trial
D. Descriptive study
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Randomized controlled trials provide high-level evidence due to
control and randomization. Expert opinion and case studies are
lower levels. Descriptive studies lack control and are lower in
hierarchy.
A Holistic Approach
12th Edition
Author(s)Patricia Gonce Morton; Paul
Thurman
TEST BANK
1. Foundations of Critical Care
2. Special Populations
3. Special Situations
4. Cardiovascular System
,5. Respiratory System
6. Renal System
7. Nervous System
8. Gastrointestinal System
9. Endocrine System
• Key Disorders:
10. Hematologic & Immune
11. Integumentary System
12. Multisystem & Emergencies
CORE PRIORITIES (ALWAYS REMEMBER)
• ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
• Early recognition + rapid intervention
• Holistic care: patient + family
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Patient safety & ethical practice
,Question 1
A critically ill patient’s family expresses anxiety and confusion
regarding the plan of care. Which nursing action best reflects
the holistic approach to critical care nursing practice?
A. Focus primarily on physiologic stabilization and defer family
concerns
B. Provide emotional support while explaining the patient’s
condition and plan of care
C. Refer all family concerns to the physician
D. Limit communication to avoid overwhelming the family
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Holistic critical care nursing integrates physiologic,
psychological, and social needs. Supporting the family while
providing clear information reflects this approach. Option A
neglects psychosocial needs. Option C limits nursing
responsibility. Option D reduces therapeutic communication.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1 Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 2
Which outcome best demonstrates the value of critical care
nurse certification to patient care?
A. Increased hospital revenue
B. Improved patient outcomes and safety
, C. Reduced nurse workload
D. Decreased documentation requirements
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Certification is associated with improved patient outcomes and
safety through validated knowledge and competence. Option A
is indirect. Option C is incorrect; workload may not decrease.
Option D is unrelated to certification.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1 Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 3
A nurse is reviewing evidence-based practice (EBP) literature.
Which source represents the highest level of evidence?
A. Expert opinion
B. Case study
C. Randomized controlled trial
D. Descriptive study
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Randomized controlled trials provide high-level evidence due to
control and randomization. Expert opinion and case studies are
lower levels. Descriptive studies lack control and are lower in
hierarchy.
