Nursing VI^
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Q&S
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which theory of lifespan development is
most likely to consider the impact of external social factors
on an individual's development?
a) Erikson's Psychosocial Theory
b) Piaget's Cognitive Development Theory
c) Freud's Psychosexual Theory
d) Skinner's Behavioral Theory
Correct Answer: a) Erikson's Psychosocial Theory
Rationale: Erikson's theory emphasizes the role of society
and culture in shaping an individual's development across
eight stages of life.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The _______ model of nursing is a
holistic approach that considers the physical, psychological,
social, and spiritual needs of the patient.
Correct Answer: Biopsychosocial
Rationale: The biopsychosocial model expands on the
traditional biomedical approach by including psychological
and social factors in health and illness.
3. True/False: The cognitive development of children is not
influenced by their social interactions.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: Social interactions play a crucial role in the
cognitive development of children, as posited by theorists
like Vygotsky.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are considered advanced nursing practices in
pediatric care?
a) Performing developmental screenings
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, b) Prescribing medications
c) Conducting family therapy sessions
d) Providing post-operative care
Correct Answers: a), b), d)
Rationale: Advanced nursing practices in pediatric care
include developmental screenings, prescribing medications,
and providing specialized post-operative care.
5. Multiple Choice: In the context of adult nursing, what
does the acronym SPICES stand for?
a) Sleep, Problems with eating, Incontinence, Confusion,
Evidence of falls, Skin breakdown
b) Social, Physical, Intellectual, Cultural, Emotional,
Spiritual
c) Symptoms, Prevention, Intervention, Care, Evaluation,
Support
d) Sensory perception, Pain, Infection, Circulation,
Emotional state, Socialization
Correct Answer: a) Sleep, Problems with eating,
Incontinence, Confusion, Evidence of falls, Skin breakdown
Rationale: SPICES is an acronym used to assess older
adults for common health issues.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The process of applying the nursing
process in a critical care setting is often referred to as
_______ thinking.
Correct Answer: Critical
Rationale: Critical thinking is essential in a critical care
setting to assess situations, make decisions, and solve
problems effectively.
7. True/False: Adolescents require the same amount of
sleep as toddlers.
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