TEST BANK FOR FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS AND SKILLS FOR NURSING
6TH EDITION BY WILLIAMS | CHAPTERS 1-41| COMPLETE GUIDE WITH
100 %VERIFIED ANSWERS |2024/2025
,Table of Contents
UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO NURSING AND THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM ....................................................... 3
Chapter 01: Nursing And The Health Care System ................................................................................... 3
Chapter 02: Concepts Of Health, Illness, Stress, And Health Promotion................................................ 17
Chapter 03: Legal And Ethical Aspects Of Nursing.................................................................................. 32
UNIT II: THE NURSING PROCESS AND CLINICAL JUDGEMENT MODEL ....................................................... 49
Chapter 04: The Nursing Process, Critical Thinking And Clinical Judgement .......................................... 49
Chapter 05: Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, And Planning.................................................................... 59
Chapter 06: Implementation And Evaluation ......................................................................................... 73
UNIT III: COMMUNICATION IN NURSING.................................................................................................... 83
Chapter 07: Documentation Of Nursing Care ......................................................................................... 83
Chapter 08: Communication And The Nurse-Patient Relationship ........................................................ 95
Chapter 09: Patient Teaching For Health Promotion............................................................................ 122
Chapter 10: Delegation, Leadership, And Management ...................................................................... 137
UNIT IV: DEVELOPMENTAL, PSYCHOSOCIAL AND CULTURE CONSIDERATIONS ....................................... 153
Chapter 11: Growth And Development: Infancy Through Adolescence............................................... 153
Chapter 12: Adulthood And The Family ................................................................................................ 184
Chapter 13: Promoting Healthy Adaptation To Aging .......................................................................... 201
Chapter 14: Cultural And Spiritual Aspects Of Patient Care ................................................................. 215
Chapter 15: Loss, Grief, And End-Of-Life Care ...................................................................................... 234
UNIT V: BASIC NURSING SKILLS ................................................................................................................. 249
Chapter 16: Infection Prevention And Control: Protective Mechanisms And Asepsis ......................... 249
Chapter 17: Infection Prevention And Control In The Hospital And Home .......................................... 268
Chapter 18: Lifting, Moving, And Positioning Patients ......................................................................... 287
Chapter 19: Assisting With Hygiene, Personal Care, Skin Care, And The Prevention Of Pressure Ulcers
.............................................................................................................................................................. 299
Chapter 20: Patient Environment And Safety ....................................................................................... 315
Chapter 21: Measuring Vital Signs ........................................................................................................ 329
Chapter 22: Assessing Health Status..................................................................................................... 344
Chapter 23: Admitting, Transferring, And Discharging Patients ........................................................... 360
Chapter 24: Diagnostic Tests And Specimen Collection ....................................................................... 374
UNIT VI: MEETING BASIC PHYSIOLOGIC NEEDS ........................................................................................ 389
Chapter 25: Fluid, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance ......................................................................... 389
, Chapter 26: Concepts Of Basic Nutrition And Cultural Considerations ................................................ 403
Chapter 27: Nutritional Therapy And Assisted Feeding........................................................................ 417
Chapter 28: Assisting With Respiration And Oxygen Delivery .............................................................. 433
Chapter 29: Promoting Urinary Elimination ......................................................................................... 446
Chapter 30: Promoting Bowel Elimination ........................................................................................... 460
Chapter 31: Pain, Comfort, And Sleep .................................................................................................. 476
Chapter 32: Complementary And Alternative Therapies ..................................................................... 492
UNIT VII: MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION ................................................................................................ 506
Chapter 33: Pharmacology And Preparation For Drug Administration ................................................ 506
Chapter 34: Administering Oral, Topical, And Inhalant Medications ................................................... 520
Chapter 35: Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, And Intramuscular Injections ....................... 535
Chapter 36: Administering Intravenous Solutions And Medications.................................................... 549
UNIT VIII: CARE OF THE SURGICAL AND IMMOBILE PATIENT ................................................................... 562
Chapter 37: Care Of The Surgical Patient ............................................................................................. 562
Chapter 38: Providing Wound Care And Treating Pressure Ulcers....................................................... 573
Chapter 39: Promoting Musculoskeletal Function ............................................................................... 586
UNIT IX: CARING FOR OLDER ADULTS ....................................................................................................... 598
Chapter 40: Common Physical Care Problems Of The Older Adult ...................................................... 598
Chapter 41: Common Psychosocial Care Problems Of Older Adults .................................................... 609
UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO NURSING AND THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
Chapter 01: Nursing And The Health Care System
Multiple Choice
1. Florence Nightingale’s Contributions To Nursing Practice And Education:
A. Are Historically Important But Have No Validity For Nursing Today.
B. Were Neither Recognized Nor Appreciated In Her Own Time.
C. Were A Major Factor In Reducing The Death Rate In The Crimean War.
D. Were Limited Only To The Care Of Severe Traumatic Wounds.
CORRECT ANS> C
,By Improving Sanitation, Nutrition Ventilation, And Handwashing Techniques, Florence Nightingale’s
Nurses Dramatically Reduced The Death Rate From Injuries In The Crimean War.
Dif: Cognitive Level: Knowledge Ref: P. 2 Obj: Theory #1 Top: Nursing History Key:
Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
2. Early Nursing Education And Care In The United States:
A. Were Directed At Community Health.
B. Provided Independence For Women Through Education And Employment.
C. Were An Educational Model Based In Institutions Of Higher Learning.
D. Have Continued To Be Entirely Focused On Hospital Nursing.
CORRECT ANS> B
Because Of The Influence Of Early Nursing Leaders Nursing Education Became More Formalized Through
Apprenticeships In Nightingale Schools That Offered Independence To Women Through Education And
Employment.
Dif: Cognitive Level: Knowledge Ref: P. 2 Obj: Theory #4 Top: Nursing History Key:
Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
3. In Order To Fulfill The Common Goals Defined By Nursing Theorists (Promote Wellness, Prevent
Illness, Facilitate Coping, And Restore Health), The Lpn Must Take On The Roles Of:
A. Caregiver, Educator, And Collaborator.
B. Nursing Assistant, Delegator, And Environmental Specialist.
C. Medication Dispenser, Collaborator, And Transporter.
D. Dietitian, Manager, And Housekeeper.
CORRECT ANS> A
In Order For The Lpn To Apply The Common Goals Of Nursing, He Or She Must Assume The Roles Of
Caregiver, Educator, Collaborator, Manager, And Advocate.
Dif: Cognitive Level: ComprehensionRef: P. 3 Obj: Theory #2 Top: Art And Science Of Nursing
Key: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
4. Although Nursing Theories Differ In Their Attempts To Define Nursing, All Of Them Base Their
Beliefs On Common Concepts Concerning:
A. Self-Actualization, Fundamental Needs, And Belonging.
, B. Stress Reduction, Self-Care, And A Systems Model.
C. Curative Care, Restorative Care, And Terminal Care.
D. Human Relationships, The Environment, And Health.
CORRECT ANS> D
Although Nursing Theories Differ, They All Base Their Beliefs On Human Relationships, The Environment,
And Health.
Dif: Cognitive Level: ComprehensionRef: P. 4 Obj: Theory #2 Top: Nursing Theories Key:
Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
5. Standards Of Care For The Nursing Practice Of The Lpn Are Established By The:
A. Boards Of Nursing Examiners In Each State.
B. National Council Of States Boards Of Nursing (Ncsbn).
C. American Nurses Association (Ana).
D. National Federation Of Licensed Practical Nurses.
CORRECT ANS> D
The National Federation Of Licensed Practical Nurses Modified The Standards Published By The Ana In
2015 To Better Fit The Role Of The Lpn. In 2015 The American Nurses Association (Ana) Revised The
Standards Of Nursing Practice Which Contained 17 Standards Of National Practice Of Nursing, Describing
All Facets Of Nursing Practice: Who, What, When, Where, How.
Dif: Cognitive Level: ComprehensionRef: P. 6 Obj: Theory #2 Top: Standards Of Care
Key: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
6. The Lpn Demonstrates An Evidence-Based Practice By:
A. Using A Drug Manual To Check Compatibility Of Drugs.
B. Using Scientific Information To Guide Decision Making.
C. Using Medical History Of A Patient To Direct Nursing Interventions.
D. Basing Nursing Care On Advice From An Experienced Nurse.
CORRECT ANS> B
The Use Of Scientific Information From High-Quality Research To Guide Nursing Decisions Is Reflective
Of The Application Of Evidence-Based Practice.
Dif: Cognitive Level: Knowledge Ref: P. 7 Obj: Theory #3 Top: Evidence-Based Practice
Key: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
6TH EDITION BY WILLIAMS | CHAPTERS 1-41| COMPLETE GUIDE WITH
100 %VERIFIED ANSWERS |2024/2025
,Table of Contents
UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO NURSING AND THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM ....................................................... 3
Chapter 01: Nursing And The Health Care System ................................................................................... 3
Chapter 02: Concepts Of Health, Illness, Stress, And Health Promotion................................................ 17
Chapter 03: Legal And Ethical Aspects Of Nursing.................................................................................. 32
UNIT II: THE NURSING PROCESS AND CLINICAL JUDGEMENT MODEL ....................................................... 49
Chapter 04: The Nursing Process, Critical Thinking And Clinical Judgement .......................................... 49
Chapter 05: Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, And Planning.................................................................... 59
Chapter 06: Implementation And Evaluation ......................................................................................... 73
UNIT III: COMMUNICATION IN NURSING.................................................................................................... 83
Chapter 07: Documentation Of Nursing Care ......................................................................................... 83
Chapter 08: Communication And The Nurse-Patient Relationship ........................................................ 95
Chapter 09: Patient Teaching For Health Promotion............................................................................ 122
Chapter 10: Delegation, Leadership, And Management ...................................................................... 137
UNIT IV: DEVELOPMENTAL, PSYCHOSOCIAL AND CULTURE CONSIDERATIONS ....................................... 153
Chapter 11: Growth And Development: Infancy Through Adolescence............................................... 153
Chapter 12: Adulthood And The Family ................................................................................................ 184
Chapter 13: Promoting Healthy Adaptation To Aging .......................................................................... 201
Chapter 14: Cultural And Spiritual Aspects Of Patient Care ................................................................. 215
Chapter 15: Loss, Grief, And End-Of-Life Care ...................................................................................... 234
UNIT V: BASIC NURSING SKILLS ................................................................................................................. 249
Chapter 16: Infection Prevention And Control: Protective Mechanisms And Asepsis ......................... 249
Chapter 17: Infection Prevention And Control In The Hospital And Home .......................................... 268
Chapter 18: Lifting, Moving, And Positioning Patients ......................................................................... 287
Chapter 19: Assisting With Hygiene, Personal Care, Skin Care, And The Prevention Of Pressure Ulcers
.............................................................................................................................................................. 299
Chapter 20: Patient Environment And Safety ....................................................................................... 315
Chapter 21: Measuring Vital Signs ........................................................................................................ 329
Chapter 22: Assessing Health Status..................................................................................................... 344
Chapter 23: Admitting, Transferring, And Discharging Patients ........................................................... 360
Chapter 24: Diagnostic Tests And Specimen Collection ....................................................................... 374
UNIT VI: MEETING BASIC PHYSIOLOGIC NEEDS ........................................................................................ 389
Chapter 25: Fluid, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance ......................................................................... 389
, Chapter 26: Concepts Of Basic Nutrition And Cultural Considerations ................................................ 403
Chapter 27: Nutritional Therapy And Assisted Feeding........................................................................ 417
Chapter 28: Assisting With Respiration And Oxygen Delivery .............................................................. 433
Chapter 29: Promoting Urinary Elimination ......................................................................................... 446
Chapter 30: Promoting Bowel Elimination ........................................................................................... 460
Chapter 31: Pain, Comfort, And Sleep .................................................................................................. 476
Chapter 32: Complementary And Alternative Therapies ..................................................................... 492
UNIT VII: MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION ................................................................................................ 506
Chapter 33: Pharmacology And Preparation For Drug Administration ................................................ 506
Chapter 34: Administering Oral, Topical, And Inhalant Medications ................................................... 520
Chapter 35: Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, And Intramuscular Injections ....................... 535
Chapter 36: Administering Intravenous Solutions And Medications.................................................... 549
UNIT VIII: CARE OF THE SURGICAL AND IMMOBILE PATIENT ................................................................... 562
Chapter 37: Care Of The Surgical Patient ............................................................................................. 562
Chapter 38: Providing Wound Care And Treating Pressure Ulcers....................................................... 573
Chapter 39: Promoting Musculoskeletal Function ............................................................................... 586
UNIT IX: CARING FOR OLDER ADULTS ....................................................................................................... 598
Chapter 40: Common Physical Care Problems Of The Older Adult ...................................................... 598
Chapter 41: Common Psychosocial Care Problems Of Older Adults .................................................... 609
UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO NURSING AND THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
Chapter 01: Nursing And The Health Care System
Multiple Choice
1. Florence Nightingale’s Contributions To Nursing Practice And Education:
A. Are Historically Important But Have No Validity For Nursing Today.
B. Were Neither Recognized Nor Appreciated In Her Own Time.
C. Were A Major Factor In Reducing The Death Rate In The Crimean War.
D. Were Limited Only To The Care Of Severe Traumatic Wounds.
CORRECT ANS> C
,By Improving Sanitation, Nutrition Ventilation, And Handwashing Techniques, Florence Nightingale’s
Nurses Dramatically Reduced The Death Rate From Injuries In The Crimean War.
Dif: Cognitive Level: Knowledge Ref: P. 2 Obj: Theory #1 Top: Nursing History Key:
Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
2. Early Nursing Education And Care In The United States:
A. Were Directed At Community Health.
B. Provided Independence For Women Through Education And Employment.
C. Were An Educational Model Based In Institutions Of Higher Learning.
D. Have Continued To Be Entirely Focused On Hospital Nursing.
CORRECT ANS> B
Because Of The Influence Of Early Nursing Leaders Nursing Education Became More Formalized Through
Apprenticeships In Nightingale Schools That Offered Independence To Women Through Education And
Employment.
Dif: Cognitive Level: Knowledge Ref: P. 2 Obj: Theory #4 Top: Nursing History Key:
Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
3. In Order To Fulfill The Common Goals Defined By Nursing Theorists (Promote Wellness, Prevent
Illness, Facilitate Coping, And Restore Health), The Lpn Must Take On The Roles Of:
A. Caregiver, Educator, And Collaborator.
B. Nursing Assistant, Delegator, And Environmental Specialist.
C. Medication Dispenser, Collaborator, And Transporter.
D. Dietitian, Manager, And Housekeeper.
CORRECT ANS> A
In Order For The Lpn To Apply The Common Goals Of Nursing, He Or She Must Assume The Roles Of
Caregiver, Educator, Collaborator, Manager, And Advocate.
Dif: Cognitive Level: ComprehensionRef: P. 3 Obj: Theory #2 Top: Art And Science Of Nursing
Key: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
4. Although Nursing Theories Differ In Their Attempts To Define Nursing, All Of Them Base Their
Beliefs On Common Concepts Concerning:
A. Self-Actualization, Fundamental Needs, And Belonging.
, B. Stress Reduction, Self-Care, And A Systems Model.
C. Curative Care, Restorative Care, And Terminal Care.
D. Human Relationships, The Environment, And Health.
CORRECT ANS> D
Although Nursing Theories Differ, They All Base Their Beliefs On Human Relationships, The Environment,
And Health.
Dif: Cognitive Level: ComprehensionRef: P. 4 Obj: Theory #2 Top: Nursing Theories Key:
Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
5. Standards Of Care For The Nursing Practice Of The Lpn Are Established By The:
A. Boards Of Nursing Examiners In Each State.
B. National Council Of States Boards Of Nursing (Ncsbn).
C. American Nurses Association (Ana).
D. National Federation Of Licensed Practical Nurses.
CORRECT ANS> D
The National Federation Of Licensed Practical Nurses Modified The Standards Published By The Ana In
2015 To Better Fit The Role Of The Lpn. In 2015 The American Nurses Association (Ana) Revised The
Standards Of Nursing Practice Which Contained 17 Standards Of National Practice Of Nursing, Describing
All Facets Of Nursing Practice: Who, What, When, Where, How.
Dif: Cognitive Level: ComprehensionRef: P. 6 Obj: Theory #2 Top: Standards Of Care
Key: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
6. The Lpn Demonstrates An Evidence-Based Practice By:
A. Using A Drug Manual To Check Compatibility Of Drugs.
B. Using Scientific Information To Guide Decision Making.
C. Using Medical History Of A Patient To Direct Nursing Interventions.
D. Basing Nursing Care On Advice From An Experienced Nurse.
CORRECT ANS> B
The Use Of Scientific Information From High-Quality Research To Guide Nursing Decisions Is Reflective
Of The Application Of Evidence-Based Practice.
Dif: Cognitive Level: Knowledge Ref: P. 7 Obj: Theory #3 Top: Evidence-Based Practice
Key: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX:N/A
