OpenStax Medical-Surgical Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 3: Health Promotion and Patient Education
OpenStax Medical-Surgical Nursing Test
Bank
Chapter 3: Health Promotion and Patient Education
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
1. Which key element of the Health Belief Model suggests that people will take action to
change their behaviors?
A. They believe they are responsible for their well-being.*
B. They believe the benefits of change will outweigh the cost of change.
C. They are provided with a pamphlet about their health condition.
D. They are aware of public health guidelines.
LO: 03.1.1
Difficulty: Moderate
Blooms: Understand
AACN: 1.3b
2. What is the primary goal of Healthy People 2030 as developed by the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services?
A. To ensure all patients receive medical treatment for existing conditions
B. To create wellness goals specific to healthcare providers
C. To help every individual attain optimal health and well-being at all stages of life *
D. To focus healthcare efforts on chronic disease management
LO: 03.1.2
Difficulty: Easy
Blooms: Remember
AACN: 1.3b
3. According to Betty Neuman's theory, which is an example of primary prevention?
A. using medication to treat a chronic illness
B. receiving a mammogram to detect breast cancer early
C. wearing a helmet while biking to prevent head injury *
D. participating in physical therapy after surgery
LO: 03.1.2
Difficulty: Moderate
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Chapter 3: Health Promotion and Patient Education
Blooms: Apply
AACN: 1.3b
4. What is the benefit of promoting small, manageable amounts of exercise for patients who
lead sedentary lifestyles?
A. It avoids overwhelming them with unrealistic goals. *
B. It shames them into making rapid lifestyle changes.
C. It encourages patients to quit after achieving initial milestones.
D. It eliminates the need for aerobic activities.
LO: 03.1.3
Difficulty: Moderate
Blooms: Apply
AACN: 2.8c
5. Which outcome was a major consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic for healthcare
practices?
A. decreased use of telehealth and online patient education
B. increased focus on physical health through preventive measures *
C. an increase in mental health awareness due to the increase in mortality
D. reduced emphasis on self-care practices until the pandemic was over
LO: 03.2.2
Difficulty: Moderate
Blooms: Understand
AACN: 3.1
6. Which grouping best describes Erikson’s psychosocial stage associated with older adults?
A. autonomy vs. shame and doubt
B. identity vs. role confusion
C. integrity vs. despair *
D. initiative vs. guilt
LO: 03.3.3
Difficulty: Easy
Blooms: Remember
AACN: 1.3b
7. Which of the following is an important health-promotion topic for young adults in the
mental health category?
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Chapter 3: Health Promotion and Patient Education
OpenStax Medical-Surgical Nursing Test
Bank
Chapter 3: Health Promotion and Patient Education
Review Questions
Multiple Choice
1. Which key element of the Health Belief Model suggests that people will take action to
change their behaviors?
A. They believe they are responsible for their well-being.*
B. They believe the benefits of change will outweigh the cost of change.
C. They are provided with a pamphlet about their health condition.
D. They are aware of public health guidelines.
LO: 03.1.1
Difficulty: Moderate
Blooms: Understand
AACN: 1.3b
2. What is the primary goal of Healthy People 2030 as developed by the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services?
A. To ensure all patients receive medical treatment for existing conditions
B. To create wellness goals specific to healthcare providers
C. To help every individual attain optimal health and well-being at all stages of life *
D. To focus healthcare efforts on chronic disease management
LO: 03.1.2
Difficulty: Easy
Blooms: Remember
AACN: 1.3b
3. According to Betty Neuman's theory, which is an example of primary prevention?
A. using medication to treat a chronic illness
B. receiving a mammogram to detect breast cancer early
C. wearing a helmet while biking to prevent head injury *
D. participating in physical therapy after surgery
LO: 03.1.2
Difficulty: Moderate
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Chapter 3: Health Promotion and Patient Education
Blooms: Apply
AACN: 1.3b
4. What is the benefit of promoting small, manageable amounts of exercise for patients who
lead sedentary lifestyles?
A. It avoids overwhelming them with unrealistic goals. *
B. It shames them into making rapid lifestyle changes.
C. It encourages patients to quit after achieving initial milestones.
D. It eliminates the need for aerobic activities.
LO: 03.1.3
Difficulty: Moderate
Blooms: Apply
AACN: 2.8c
5. Which outcome was a major consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic for healthcare
practices?
A. decreased use of telehealth and online patient education
B. increased focus on physical health through preventive measures *
C. an increase in mental health awareness due to the increase in mortality
D. reduced emphasis on self-care practices until the pandemic was over
LO: 03.2.2
Difficulty: Moderate
Blooms: Understand
AACN: 3.1
6. Which grouping best describes Erikson’s psychosocial stage associated with older adults?
A. autonomy vs. shame and doubt
B. identity vs. role confusion
C. integrity vs. despair *
D. initiative vs. guilt
LO: 03.3.3
Difficulty: Easy
Blooms: Remember
AACN: 1.3b
7. Which of the following is an important health-promotion topic for young adults in the
mental health category?
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