NURSING 235 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024/25 UPDATE

NURSING 235 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024/25 UPDATEWhich of the following are included in Cognitive Development of the School-Aged Child (select all that apply) Choose matching definition problem solving logical thinking egocentrism setting long term goals understands order and the reversal of events Don't know? 1 of 70 Term Which of the following would NOT be appropriate to give a patient on a clear liquid diet? Choose matching definition apple juice black coffee milk water Don't know? 2 of 70 Term Which of the following provide a significant source of protein? Select all that apply. Choose matching definition Poultry Strawberries Eggs Beef Rice Don't know? 3 of 70 Term According to Havinghurst, preschool aged children are expected to Choose matching definition Learn to walk and talk Learn sex differences Achieve gender-specific social roles Adjust to decreasing physical status Don't know? 4 of 70 Term A nurse is assessing a 65 year old male patient. What is a cause of accidental injuries in the older adult? (Select all that apply.) Choose matching definition Changes in vision and hearing Increased sensory ability Slower reflexes and reaction time Increase mass and strength of muscles Combined effects of chronic illness and medications Don't know? 5 of 70 Term When a minority group lives within a dominant group, many members may lose the cultural characteristics that once made them different, and they may take on the values of the dominant culture. This process is called? Choose matching definition culture imposition culture shock cultural imposition cultural assimilation Don't know? 6 of 70 Term A patient went to her family doctor for her annual flu imminization. What level of care is this? Choose matching definition Secondary Primary Tertiary Promotion Don't know? 7 of 70 Term Which of the following are examples of health issues for the young adult/adolescent? Select all that apply. Choose matching definition Injuries--Correct Pregnancy and STIs--Correct Communicable Conditions and chronic illnesses--Incorrect Suicide--Correct Aspiration--Inforrect Don't know? 8 of 70 Term A teenage girl weighs 136 pounds. She is five feet and nine inches tall. What is her BMI and is she considered underweight, normal, overweight, or obese? Choose matching definition b, e, f 15.1, normal 20.0, normal 20.1, normal Don't know? 9 of 70 Term When assessing a 0-6 month neonate, what is the best tool for pain assessment? Choose matching definition FLACC scale CRIES pain scale Wong-Baker FACES Beyer Oucher pain scale Don't know? 10 of 70 Term Which of the following are physiological needs of dying patients? Select all that apply. Choose matching definition Control over the fear of the unknown Hygiene Pain control Fear of leaving loved ones Nutritional needs Don't know? 11 of 70 Term Tell whether the following statement is true or false: You should follow the family's wishes when providing postmortem care of a patient who died of communicable disease. Choose matching definition True False Don't know? 12 of 70 Term ou are teaching a patient how to properly change a bandage and clean a wound by demonstrating the task. This is an example of: Choose matching definition Cognitive learning Psychomotor learning Affective learning Don't know? 13 of 70 Term Parents bring their 8 month old in to see the pediatrician with complaints of loud, intense bouts of crying that continue even after attempts to console the infant. They think their baby is in distress because the baby will become very flushed. Which of the following would be th most appropriate response by the nurse? Choose matching definition "I am worried that your baby is experiencing a phenomenon called 'failure to thrive'. It is very important that weight is gained by the baby in order to avoid further complications" "I understand that this must be a worrisome time for you as parents, but it sounds to me that your baby has failed to bond with either of you and does not feel attached." "I see how this experience can be very overwhelming for you, but I believe your baby might have colic. While it might be scary at times, this is likely to pass on its own." This is the correct answer. "I know exactly what you mean because my baby would often do the same thing. It was very rough on my husband and I--especially when it woke us up during the night." Don't know? 14 of 70 Term A nurse caring for a 65 year old client should expect what type of normal changes in sleep patterns? (Select all that apply) Choose matching definition chronic illnesses need more time to fall asleep more able to cope with changes in their sleep patterns often nap more during day, causing sleeping fewer hours at night waking frequently during the night Don't know? 15 of 70 Term You hear a hispanic patient screaming and crying in agony when the nurse moves their broken arm, but you notice the nurse saying "Stop crying, there is no way this can hurt that much." What negative action is this nurse committing? Choose matching definition Cultural conflict Stereotyping Invading personal space Culture shock Don't know? 16 of 70 Term The characteristics associated with culture include: (select all that apply) Choose matching definition A learned behavior A shared system of beliefs, values, and behavioral expectations that provides social structure for daily living Listening is the primary form of transmitting culture Can be differences within cultures and among cultures Don't know? 17 of 70 Term Who (or what) is the BEST source for assessing the pain of a patient? Choose matching definition The family The patient Medical records from a previous facility discussing pain Another nurse or physician from their previous assessment Don't know? 18 of 70 Term Respect for all people is a quality achieved by which of Maslow's basic human needs? Choose matching definition Physiologic Love and belonging Self-esteem Self- actualization Don't know? 19 of 70 Term A patient has recently been sedated following an appendectomy. The patient is sluggish and responding minimally to stimuli. What should the nurse consider using to reverse the narcotic's effect. Choose matching definition Adjuvant Morphine Melanin Naloxone Don't know? 20 of 70 Term A nurse assesses patients in a physician's office who are experiencing different levels of health and illness. Which statements best define the concepts of health and illness? SATA Choose matching definition Health and illness are the same for all people. Health and illness are individually defined by each person. People with acute illnesses are actually healthy. People with chronic illness have poor health benefits. Health is more than the absence of illness. Illness is the response of a person to a disease. Don't know? 21 of 70 Term The preconventional level in which we learn the difference between good and bad by following rules of people of higher authority is mentioned by: Choose matching definition Kohlberg Erikson Gilligan Fowler Don't know? 22 of 70 Term A nurse has just taught a new patient recently diagnosed with asthma how to use their inhaler, and the patient is then able to demonstrate the technique back to the nurse. This type of learning would fall under which learning domain? Choose matching definition Cognitive Psychomotor Affective Don't know? 23 of 70 Term Which of the following would be a correct description of acute pain? Choose matching definition Pain that is persistent Pain that may last beyond the typical healing process Pain that has a rapid onset and differs in intensity Pain that may include periods of exacerbation and remission Don't know? 24 of 70 Term Which of the following is a right of the patient? (select all that apply) Choose matching definition Modify their health record Make a request on how to receive health information given to them Ask for a list of disclosures Place a restriction on a disclosure View and make a copy of their and their family member's records Don't know? 25 of 70 Term A nurse is frustrated with a patient that wants to use aroma therapy to cure her nausea, instead of their prescribed medicine. The nurse believes her routine of treatment would be more effective. The nurse in this situation is displaying: Choose matching definition Stereotyping Ethnocentrism Transcultural nursing Cultural blindness Don't know? 26 of 70 Term Which of the following is a form of prejudice in which older adults are stereotyped by characteristics found in a few members of their group? Choose matching definition Dementia Ageism Disengagement theory Sundowning syndrome Don't know? 27 of 70 Term True or False The lack or loss of appetite for food is known as obesity. Choose matching definition True False Don't know? 28 of 70 Term Which of the following is NOT a type Mind-Body Medicine? Choose matching definition Meditation Guided Imagery Acupuncture Relaxation Don't know? 29 of 70 Term Mark all that are types on nutrients: (select all that apply) Choose matching definition fats proteins water carbohydrates vitamins Don't know? 30 of 70 Term A patient has an order for an analgesic med to be given PRN. When would the nurse administer this medicatio? Choose matching definition every three hours as needed daily every four hours Don't know? 31 of 70 Term A nurse is teaching parents of an 8-year-old girl about what behaviors to expect based on developmental theories. Which statement by the parents should concern the nurse? Choose matching definition "She should be learning to get along with her others at this point." "She should be able to think logically around this age." "I guess we should start potty training her now, huh?" "She is in what Freud would call the Latent stage." Don't know? 32 of 70 Term When a nurse attempts to wake a patient who has just closed their eyes and appears asleep,the patient states he is not asleep. What stage is the patient in? Choose matching definition Stage 1 Stage 4 Stage 3 Stage 2 Don't know? 33 of 70 Term Mrs. Kyle just lost her husband. Which of Maslow's hierarchy levels does this affect? Choose matching definition safety and security needs self-esteem needs self-actualization needs love and belonging needs Don't know? 34 of 70 Term Which of the following is not true? Choose matching definition malnutrition during pregnancy can affect the production of brain cells child abuse can lead to physical or psychological development issues poor family relationships and low self-esteem has no correlation to increase alcohol/drug abuse there is an increase risk of birth defects with pregnant women involved in substance abuse Don't know? 35 of 70 Term The health insurance portability and accountability act (HIPAA) protects? Choose matching definition doctors from being sued nurses that want to practice out of state the health care team to not give patients their health records the privacy of patients identifiable health information Don't know? 36 of 70 Term Kohlberg believes that people develop a morality of maintaining good relations and approval of others at which stage in development? Choose matching definition Infancy to toddler-hood Preschool to early school years School years Adolescent to adult years Don't know? 37 of 70 Term A couple has a child with Down Syndrome. This is an example of which risk factor for altered family health? Choose matching definition Lifestyle Environmental Biologic Developmental Don't know? 38 of 70 Term A nurse is trying to obtain information about the patient's past medical history. What is the primary source for that information? Choose matching definition the patient the patient's medical records Another nurse or doctor the patient's family Don't know? 39 of 70 Term Which of the following are considered to be some of the leading causes of death in middle adulthood? (select all that apply) Choose matching definition Diabetes Mellitus Cardiovascular disease Secondary Infections Adverse reactions to medications Motor Vehicle accidents Don't know? 40 of 70 Term Under who's theory does the toddler begin to understand object permanence? Choose matching definition Erikson Piaget Freud Havighurst Don't know? 41 of 70 Term Which of the following does NOT occur during the adolescent stage? Choose matching definition rapid physical maturation iron stores begin to deplete nutrient needs increase to support growth individuals experience growth spurts Don't know? 42 of 70 Term Which of the following is a central part to Ayurvedic medicine, and is an understanding of the patient's basic constitution? Choose matching definition Dosha Ying-yang theory Qi gong Prayer Don't know? 43 of 70 Term A patient has just received their cane to assist with walking. Which statement by the patient shows afferent learning? Correct answer: C. A. "I don't know why the Doctor thinks I need this." B. "Stay out of my way I am coming through" C. " This is really helping me and it makes me look sporty." Choose matching definition A D C B Don't know? 44 of 70 Term A patient in the hospital is no longer responding to any stimuli. What level on the sedation scale is this patient in? Choose matching definition S 4 3 2 Don't know? 45 of 70 Term Which of the following are nonpharmacologic pain relief measures? Select all that apply. Choose matching definition Distraction Adjuvant Drugs Acupuncture Music Opioids Don't know? 46 of 70 Term A doctor giving a patient a lethal dose of medicine is an example of __________? Choose matching definition palliative sedation terminal weaning active euthanasia passive euthanasia Don't know? 47 of 70 Term Which of the following types of yoga involve a 105 degree studio involving 26 set postures? Choose matching definition Bikram Ashtanga Iyengar Kripaula Don't know? 48 of 70 Term The nurse is teaching a client who has iron deficiency anemia about foods she should include in her diet. Which of the following would be an appropriate choice to choose from? Choose matching definition Nuts and fish Oranges and dark green leafy vegetables Butter and margarine Sugar and candy Don't know? 49 of 70 Term Which of the following is not considered a type of loss? Select all that apply. Choose matching definition actual loss natural loss anticipatory loss emotional loss perceived loss Don't know? 50 of 70 Term Certain cultures are more prone to specific disease states than the general population. Which patients would a nurse screen for heart disease? (Select all that apply). Choose matching definition Native Americans and Alaska Natives Asians Whites African Americans Hispanics Don't know? 51 of 70 Term _____ is an increase in body size or change in body cell structure while _____ is an orderly pattern of change in structure, thoughts, feelings, or behaviors resulting from maturation, experiences, and learning. Choose matching definition Growth; development Growth; Morality Development; Growth Puberty; Growth Don't know? 52 of 70 Term A nurse is caring for a patient who has been recently wheelchair-bound. The nurse assists the patient with their physical and emotional needs. The nurse and patient are in what phase of a helping relationship? Choose matching definition Orientation phase Beginning phase Caring phase Working phase Termination phase Don't know? 53 of 70 Term Which of the following is considered to be "gentle yoga" and involves focusing on relaxation and coming into balance with one's self? Choose matching definition Iyengar Kripaula Bikram Ashtanga Don't know? 54 of 70 Term A nurse cares for a patient that tells her "I woke up with a fever, and have had this headachefor about two day. I can not go to work today." What stage of illness is the patient experiencing? Choose matching definition Experiencing symptoms Assuming the sick role Assumming a dependent role Achieving recovery and rehabilitation Don't know? 55 of 70 Term Which of the following are medical criteria used to certify death? Select all that apply. Choose matching definition cessation of breathing pale appearance no response to deep painful stimuli lack of reflexes skin cold to the touch Don't know? 56 of 70 Term What is the primary source of evidence that measures performance outcomes against predetermined standards? Choose matching definition Education Research Documentation Planning Don't know? 57 of 70 Term A nurse is caring for a patient with restless leg syndrome, who complains of sleeplessness. Which of the following nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this client? Choose matching definition Risk of injury Sleep deprivation Impaired bed mobility Relocation Stress Syndrome Don't know? 58 of 70 Term During REM sleep, a nurse would expect to see: (Select all that apply) Choose matching definition depressed skeletal muscle tone hyperactive deep tendon reflexes increased pulse increased blood pressure decreased metabolic rate Don't know? 59 of 70 Term Dr. Cox is married and they have a son and daughter together. His son was from a previous marriage. What kind of family structure is this? Choose matching definition nuclear extended blended single parent Don't know? 60 of 70 Term When providing health promotion classes, a nurse uses concepts from models of health. What do both the health-illness continuum and the high-level wellness models demonstrate? Choose matching definition Illness as a fixed point in time The importance of family Wellness as a passive state Health as a constantly changing state Don't know? 61 of 70 Term Which of the following factors would not be taken into consideration when creating a teaching plan for older adults? Choose matching definition Allowing extra time for information to be taught. Planning long reaching sessions, as older adults have a longer attention span. Accommodating for sensory deficits, such as speaking loudly in cases of hearing loss. Setting the environment to be active, as to provide visual and audio stimulus while the nurse is teaching. Don't know? 62 of 70 Term Which of the following are believed to be myths concerning older adults? (select all that apply) Choose matching definition Old age begins at 65 years of age Most older adults are sick Older adults deserve aggressive treatment if they want it Bladder problems are a problem of aging Don't know? 63 of 70 Term The planning step requires communication among (select all that apply) Choose matching definition patient extended family other team members nurse Don't know? 64 of 70 Term Which of the following does not apply to Vitamins? Choose matching definition Most are active in the form of coenzymes They are either fat soluble or water soluble Absorbed through the intestinal wall into the bloodstream Most concentrated source of energy in the diet Don't know? 65 of 70 Term Which of the following are elements of cultural competence? (Select all that apply.) Choose matching definition Developing awareness of one's own existence Demonstrating judgemental attitudes Assuming health care provider beliefs are same as clients Attending conferences, reading professional literature, observing cultural practices Showing knowledge and understanding of clients culture through culturally-specific practice Don't know? 66 of 70 Term According to which theorist will a middle adult either remain at the conventional level or move to the postconventional level of moral development? Choose matching definition Erikson Piaget Kohlberg Havighurst Don't know? 67 of 70 Term A young woman is diagnosed with stage four breast cancer and is told that her possibility of survival is relatively low. While laying in her hospital bed one night she says out loud "please God just let me live long enough to see my daughter get married." This would be an example of which of the five stages of grief? Choose matching definition denial and isolation anger depression acceptance bargaining Don't know? 68 of 70 Term As the older adult develops, they begin to look back and reflect on their life which leads to either a feeling of satisfaction or despair. Which theorist included this stage into their theory? Choose matching definition Gould Erickson Havighurst Piaget Don't know? 69 of 70 Term A nurse is about to educate a 28-year old women on how to properly use female condoms. What factors should the nurse be mindful of before educating the patient? Select all that apply Choose matching definition Learning strengths Ability to listen Knowledge, attitude and skills Readiness to learn Learning Style Don't know? 70 of 70 All done! Ready to submit your test? Submit test Privacy Terms