11th Edition
Author(s)Donna D. Ignatavicius;
Cherie R. Rebar; Nicole M.
Heimgartner
Publisher Published by Elsevier
UK Copyright© 2024
Print ISBN: 9780323878265
TEST BANK
Unit I – Essential Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing
,NCLEX-Style Exam Revision Question Bank
Focus Areas
QSEN Competencies
Patient-Centered Care
Safety
Teamwork and Collaboration
Evidence-Based Practice
Quality Improvement
Informatics
Clinical Judgment
Health Equity
Ethics
Difficulty Level: Mixed
Question Types Included: MCQ, SATA, NGN Case Study, Bow-
Tie, Matrix/Grid, Priority & Delegation
Question 1 – MCQ
Clinical Scenario
A nurse begins a shift on a busy medical-surgical unit and
receives bedside handoff for four patients.
Question Stem
,Which action best demonstrates patient-centered care?
Options
A. Prioritizing tasks based on room location
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in daily goal setting
C. Completing documentation before medication
administration
D. Asking family members to make all treatment decisions
Correct Answer
B
Rationale
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and active participation in care planning.
Collaborative goal setting improves engagement and outcomes.
Incorrect Option Analysis
A: Task efficiency is important but does not specifically
demonstrate patient-centered care.
C: Medication administration should not be delayed for
documentation.
D: Family involvement is valuable, but competent patients
retain decision-making authority.
Nursing Process Linkage
Planning
NCJMM Competencies
, Generate Solutions
Take Action
Difficulty
Easy
Bloom’s Level
Apply
NCLEX Client Needs
Management of Care
Key Learning Objective
Apply principles of patient-centered nursing care.
Question 2 – SATA
Clinical Scenario
A nurse cares for a hospitalized older adult at high risk for falls.
Question Stem
Which interventions support patient safety? Select all that
apply.
Options
A. Place nonskid footwear on the patient
B. Keep the bed in the highest position
C. Ensure the call light is within reach