NU 500
Theoretical Foundations for Nursing
MIDTERM READINESS EXAM
GUIDE
Q&S
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,1. Which nursing theorist is known for the development of
the "Need Theory"?
A) Virginia Henderson
B) Dorothea Orem
C) Jean Watson
D) Imogene King
Correct Answer: A) Virginia Henderson
Rationale: Henderson defined nursing as helping
individuals meet their needs and emphasized the
importance of independence.
2. In which model do the concepts of "person", "health",
"environment", and "nursing" interact dynamically?
A) Nightingale's Environmental Theory
B) Orem’s Self-Care Model
C) Roy’s Adaptation Model
D) Watson’s Caring Theory
Correct Answer: C) Roy’s Adaptation Model
Rationale: Roy's model views humans as adaptive
systems that interact with their environment.
3. The Nursing Process is comprised of how many steps?
A) 4
B) 5
C) 6
D) 7
Correct Answer: B) 5
Rationale: The five steps are Assessment, Diagnosis,
Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation.
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, 4. According to Orem, which of the following is NOT a
component of self-care?
A) Self-care requisites
B) Therapeutic self-care demand
C) Dependent care
D) Self-care deficit
Correct Answer: C) Dependent care
Rationale: Orem's theory focuses on self-care and does
not include dependent care as a component.
5. In Benner's Novice to Expert model, the 'Expert' level is
characterized by:
A) Relying heavily on rules and guidelines
B) Having a deep understanding based on extensive
experience
C) Using intuition solely
D) Being unaware of the complexities of the situation
Correct Answer: B) Having a deep understanding based
on extensive experience
Rationale: Experts understand complex situations and
can integrate knowledge seamlessly.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
6. The central focus of _______ theory is on the
interactions that occur within healthcare environments.
Correct Answer: Peplau’s interpersonal theory
Rationale: Peplau’s theory highlights the importance of
nurse-patient interactions.
©2024/2025
Theoretical Foundations for Nursing
MIDTERM READINESS EXAM
GUIDE
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. Which nursing theorist is known for the development of
the "Need Theory"?
A) Virginia Henderson
B) Dorothea Orem
C) Jean Watson
D) Imogene King
Correct Answer: A) Virginia Henderson
Rationale: Henderson defined nursing as helping
individuals meet their needs and emphasized the
importance of independence.
2. In which model do the concepts of "person", "health",
"environment", and "nursing" interact dynamically?
A) Nightingale's Environmental Theory
B) Orem’s Self-Care Model
C) Roy’s Adaptation Model
D) Watson’s Caring Theory
Correct Answer: C) Roy’s Adaptation Model
Rationale: Roy's model views humans as adaptive
systems that interact with their environment.
3. The Nursing Process is comprised of how many steps?
A) 4
B) 5
C) 6
D) 7
Correct Answer: B) 5
Rationale: The five steps are Assessment, Diagnosis,
Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation.
©2024/2025
, 4. According to Orem, which of the following is NOT a
component of self-care?
A) Self-care requisites
B) Therapeutic self-care demand
C) Dependent care
D) Self-care deficit
Correct Answer: C) Dependent care
Rationale: Orem's theory focuses on self-care and does
not include dependent care as a component.
5. In Benner's Novice to Expert model, the 'Expert' level is
characterized by:
A) Relying heavily on rules and guidelines
B) Having a deep understanding based on extensive
experience
C) Using intuition solely
D) Being unaware of the complexities of the situation
Correct Answer: B) Having a deep understanding based
on extensive experience
Rationale: Experts understand complex situations and
can integrate knowledge seamlessly.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
6. The central focus of _______ theory is on the
interactions that occur within healthcare environments.
Correct Answer: Peplau’s interpersonal theory
Rationale: Peplau’s theory highlights the importance of
nurse-patient interactions.
©2024/2025
