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TEST BANK: HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN
NURSING, 7TH EDITION — JANET R.
WEBER AND JANE H. KELLEY
Original practice questions — Chapter 1
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of a nursing health assessment?
A. To collect data without interpreting it B. To replace the medical diagnosis C. To gather and
analyze information to guide nursing care D. To determine which medications the client should
prescribe
Correct answer: C. Rationale: Assessment findings support clinical judgment, nursing diagnoses,
planning, and evaluation.
Question 2
Which is an example of subjective data?
A. Blood pressure of 142/88 mmHg B. Client reports, “I feel dizzy when I stand up.” C.
Respiratory rate of 24/min D. A visible skin rash
Correct answer: B. Rationale: Subjective data are symptoms or experiences reported by the
client.
Question 3
Which finding is objective data?
A. “My stomach hurts.” B. “I feel tired.” C. “I am worried about my condition.” D. Temperature
of 38.5°C (101.3°F)
Correct answer: D. Rationale: Objective data are observable or measurable findings.
Question 4
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A nurse obtains a finding that conflicts with the client's other assessment results. What should
the nurse do?
A. Ignore the finding B. Automatically document it as normal C. Validate the finding by
reassessing and gathering additional information D. Change the result to match the expected
value
Correct answer: C. Rationale: Validation helps identify errors, clarify inconsistencies, and
improve assessment accuracy.
Question 5
Which action best demonstrates therapeutic communication during a health history?
A. Interrupting frequently B. Asking open-ended questions and listening actively C. Asking
several questions at once D. Assuming the client understands medical terminology
Correct answer: B. Rationale: Open-ended questions and active listening encourage the client to
share relevant information.
Would you like me to generate 50 original multiple-choice questions with answers and rationales
for Chapter 1, then continue chapter by chapter through Chapter 34?
Question 6
Which assessment is most appropriate when a patient is admitted for the first time to a healthcare
facility?
A. Focused assessment only B. Emergency assessment only C. Comprehensive health
assessment D. Follow-up assessment only
Correct answer: C. Comprehensive health assessment
Rationale: A comprehensive assessment collects a broad health history and physical examination
findings to establish a baseline and identify care needs.
Question 7
A patient develops sudden severe shortness of breath during a routine examination. What should
the nurse do first?
A. Complete the health history B. Assess airway, breathing, and circulation C. Document the
event before intervening D. Continue the examination as scheduled
Correct answer: B. Assess airway, breathing, and circulation
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Rationale: An acute breathing problem may be life-threatening. Immediate assessment and
intervention take priority over routine data collection.
Question 8
Which finding is an example of subjective data?
A. Blood pressure of 150/90 mmHg B. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute C. Patient
reports feeling dizzy D. Temperature of 38.2°C
Correct answer: C. Patient reports feeling dizzy
Rationale: Subjective data are symptoms or experiences reported by the patient. The other
options are measurable findings and are examples of objective data.
Question 9
Which finding represents objective data?
A. “I feel nauseated.” B. “My head hurts.” C. “I have been feeling weak.” D. The nurse observes
swelling around the patient's ankle.
Correct answer: D. The nurse observes swelling around the patient's ankle.
Rationale: Objective data are observable or measurable findings obtained through examination,
observation, or diagnostic procedures.
Question 10
A nurse is preparing to assess a patient who is anxious about the examination. Which action is
most appropriate?
A. Begin the examination without explanation B. Explain the assessment and encourage
questions C. Tell the patient there is nothing to worry about D. Avoid discussing the examination
Correct answer: B. Explain the assessment and encourage questions
Rationale: Clear explanations and opportunities to ask questions can reduce anxiety and support
cooperation and informed participation.
Section 2: Interviewing and Health History
Question 11
Which question is the best example of an open-ended question?
TEST BANK: HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN
NURSING, 7TH EDITION — JANET R.
WEBER AND JANE H. KELLEY
Original practice questions — Chapter 1
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of a nursing health assessment?
A. To collect data without interpreting it B. To replace the medical diagnosis C. To gather and
analyze information to guide nursing care D. To determine which medications the client should
prescribe
Correct answer: C. Rationale: Assessment findings support clinical judgment, nursing diagnoses,
planning, and evaluation.
Question 2
Which is an example of subjective data?
A. Blood pressure of 142/88 mmHg B. Client reports, “I feel dizzy when I stand up.” C.
Respiratory rate of 24/min D. A visible skin rash
Correct answer: B. Rationale: Subjective data are symptoms or experiences reported by the
client.
Question 3
Which finding is objective data?
A. “My stomach hurts.” B. “I feel tired.” C. “I am worried about my condition.” D. Temperature
of 38.5°C (101.3°F)
Correct answer: D. Rationale: Objective data are observable or measurable findings.
Question 4
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A nurse obtains a finding that conflicts with the client's other assessment results. What should
the nurse do?
A. Ignore the finding B. Automatically document it as normal C. Validate the finding by
reassessing and gathering additional information D. Change the result to match the expected
value
Correct answer: C. Rationale: Validation helps identify errors, clarify inconsistencies, and
improve assessment accuracy.
Question 5
Which action best demonstrates therapeutic communication during a health history?
A. Interrupting frequently B. Asking open-ended questions and listening actively C. Asking
several questions at once D. Assuming the client understands medical terminology
Correct answer: B. Rationale: Open-ended questions and active listening encourage the client to
share relevant information.
Would you like me to generate 50 original multiple-choice questions with answers and rationales
for Chapter 1, then continue chapter by chapter through Chapter 34?
Question 6
Which assessment is most appropriate when a patient is admitted for the first time to a healthcare
facility?
A. Focused assessment only B. Emergency assessment only C. Comprehensive health
assessment D. Follow-up assessment only
Correct answer: C. Comprehensive health assessment
Rationale: A comprehensive assessment collects a broad health history and physical examination
findings to establish a baseline and identify care needs.
Question 7
A patient develops sudden severe shortness of breath during a routine examination. What should
the nurse do first?
A. Complete the health history B. Assess airway, breathing, and circulation C. Document the
event before intervening D. Continue the examination as scheduled
Correct answer: B. Assess airway, breathing, and circulation
, 3|Page
Rationale: An acute breathing problem may be life-threatening. Immediate assessment and
intervention take priority over routine data collection.
Question 8
Which finding is an example of subjective data?
A. Blood pressure of 150/90 mmHg B. Respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute C. Patient
reports feeling dizzy D. Temperature of 38.2°C
Correct answer: C. Patient reports feeling dizzy
Rationale: Subjective data are symptoms or experiences reported by the patient. The other
options are measurable findings and are examples of objective data.
Question 9
Which finding represents objective data?
A. “I feel nauseated.” B. “My head hurts.” C. “I have been feeling weak.” D. The nurse observes
swelling around the patient's ankle.
Correct answer: D. The nurse observes swelling around the patient's ankle.
Rationale: Objective data are observable or measurable findings obtained through examination,
observation, or diagnostic procedures.
Question 10
A nurse is preparing to assess a patient who is anxious about the examination. Which action is
most appropriate?
A. Begin the examination without explanation B. Explain the assessment and encourage
questions C. Tell the patient there is nothing to worry about D. Avoid discussing the examination
Correct answer: B. Explain the assessment and encourage questions
Rationale: Clear explanations and opportunities to ask questions can reduce anxiety and support
cooperation and informed participation.
Section 2: Interviewing and Health History
Question 11
Which question is the best example of an open-ended question?
