Exam Coverage
Exam coverage for the Med Surg #1 Exam 1 includes foundational
medical-surgical nursing concepts, adult health assessment,
pathophysiology, clinical judgment, and evidence-based nursing
interventions for patients with common acute and chronic
conditions. It focuses on the nursing process, prioritization, patient
safety, clinical decision-making, and individualized care planning.
The exam also evaluates the ability to recognize abnormal findings,
interpret diagnostic information, and coordinate patient care with
the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
,A nurse teaches a student nurse about evidence-based nursing
practice guidelines. Which statement, if made by the student nurse,
indicates understanding of the teaching?
1. "Patient care is based on research findings instead of the expertise
of the nurse."
2. "Patient preferences should not be considered if guidelines are
supported by evidence."
3. "Nursing care provided is based on the best evidence for quality
care and desired outcomes."
4. "Practice guidelines are used so that professional decisions about
patient care are unnecessary."
3. "Nursing care provided is based on the best evidence for quality
care and desired outcomes.
,a nurse is caring for an older adult who has a new diagnosis of type
2 diabetes and reports to have difficulty following the diet plan and
and taking his medication which of the following actions can the
nurse take so the patient is more compliant?
1. as the dietitation to assist with meal planning
2. contact the clients support system
3. assess for age related cognitive awareness
4. encourage to use a daily medication dispenser
5.provide educational materials for at home usage
1. as the dietitation to assist with meal planning
2. contact the clients support system
4. encourage to use a daily medication dispenser
5.provide educational materials for at home usage
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