Test Bank for Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing, 12th Edition
1. Nursing Process: A problem-solving tool used to identify and manage patients'
health care needs.
2. Evidence-Based Practice (EBP): The use of the best research-based evidence
combined with clinician expertise and consideration of patient preferences.
3. Assessment Phase: To obtain data to diagnose patient strengths and problems.
4. Evaluation Phase: To determine if interventions have been effective in meeting
patient outcomes.
5. Admission Database: A collection of information used to develop a plan of care
and discharge goals with patient input.
6. Patient Care: Based on research, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.
7. Clinical Judgment: Part of EBP, incorporating current research and re-
search-based guidelines.
8. Patient Outcomes: Results that are evaluated to determine the effectiveness of
nursing interventions.
9. Hypovolemia: A condition characterized by a deficiency in the amount of blood
volume in the body.
10. Balanced Intake and Output: Measurable data showing resolution of the prob-
lem of deficient fluid volume.
11. Patient Goals: The desired outcomes that are established in the clinical problem
statement.
12. Clinical Expertise: The knowledge and skills acquired through experience in
patient care.
13. Nursing Theory: A framework that guides nursing practice and incorporates the
biopsychosocial nature of humans.
14. Patient Concerns: Issues that need to be assessed to choose appropriate
interventions.
15. Interventions: Actions taken by nurses to address patient health problems.
16. Data Analysis: The process of evaluating patient outcomes, though not required
to use EBP.
17. Clinical Problem Statement: Includes the problem, its causes, and the signs
and symptoms of the problem.
18. Patient Preferences: Considerations that should be included in the planning of
patient care.
19. Research Evidence: Credible studies that inform nursing practices, preferably
randomized controlled studies.
20. Nursing Interventions: Actions taken to address the identified health care
needs of patients.
21. Patient Education: Teaching interventions that help patients understand their
health problems.
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22. Health Care Professionals: Individuals who provide care and support to pa-
tients, including nurses and physicians.
23. Patient Strengths: Positive attributes and capabilities of the patient that can be
leveraged in care.
24. Signs and Symptoms: Indicators of a health problem that are assessed during
the nursing process.
25. Collaborative Functions: Roles that involve working with other health care
professionals to provide care.
26. Dependent Functions: Nursing tasks that are carried out under the direction of
a physician.
27. Patient Comfort: The emotional and physical well-being of the patient during
care.
28. Health Maintenance: Activities aimed at promoting and sustaining health over
time.
29. Clinical Problem: A statement of patient issues requiring nursing intervention.
30. Nursing Diagnosis: A clinical judgment about patient responses to health con-
ditions.
31. Subjective Data: Information reported by the patient, not directly observed.
32. Objective Data: Information obtained through observation or measurement.
33. Delegation: Assigning tasks to other healthcare team members.
34. Assistive Personnel (AP): Unlicensed staff supporting nursing care tasks.
35. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/VN): Nurse providing basic patient
care under RN supervision.
36. Registered Nurse (RN): Nurse responsible for comprehensive patient assess-
ment.
37. Vital Signs: Measurements of body functions like pulse and blood pressure.
38. Case Manager: Nurse coordinating patient care across multiple settings.
39. Transitional Care Facility: Setting for patients needing rehabilitation before
home discharge.
40. Home Health Aide: Personnel assisting patients with daily living activities.
41. Quality Care Initiatives: Programs aimed at improving healthcare service de-
livery.
42. Health Care Financing: Funding mechanisms affecting quality and access to
care.
43. Patient Teaching: Educating patients about managing their health conditions.
44. Patient Assessment: Evaluation of patient health status and needs.
45. Clinical Outcomes: Results of healthcare interventions on patient health.
46. Patient Satisfaction: Patient's perception of the care received.
47. Preventable Conditions: Health issues that can be avoided with proper care.
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1. Nursing Process: A problem-solving tool used to identify and manage patients'
health care needs.
2. Evidence-Based Practice (EBP): The use of the best research-based evidence
combined with clinician expertise and consideration of patient preferences.
3. Assessment Phase: To obtain data to diagnose patient strengths and problems.
4. Evaluation Phase: To determine if interventions have been effective in meeting
patient outcomes.
5. Admission Database: A collection of information used to develop a plan of care
and discharge goals with patient input.
6. Patient Care: Based on research, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.
7. Clinical Judgment: Part of EBP, incorporating current research and re-
search-based guidelines.
8. Patient Outcomes: Results that are evaluated to determine the effectiveness of
nursing interventions.
9. Hypovolemia: A condition characterized by a deficiency in the amount of blood
volume in the body.
10. Balanced Intake and Output: Measurable data showing resolution of the prob-
lem of deficient fluid volume.
11. Patient Goals: The desired outcomes that are established in the clinical problem
statement.
12. Clinical Expertise: The knowledge and skills acquired through experience in
patient care.
13. Nursing Theory: A framework that guides nursing practice and incorporates the
biopsychosocial nature of humans.
14. Patient Concerns: Issues that need to be assessed to choose appropriate
interventions.
15. Interventions: Actions taken by nurses to address patient health problems.
16. Data Analysis: The process of evaluating patient outcomes, though not required
to use EBP.
17. Clinical Problem Statement: Includes the problem, its causes, and the signs
and symptoms of the problem.
18. Patient Preferences: Considerations that should be included in the planning of
patient care.
19. Research Evidence: Credible studies that inform nursing practices, preferably
randomized controlled studies.
20. Nursing Interventions: Actions taken to address the identified health care
needs of patients.
21. Patient Education: Teaching interventions that help patients understand their
health problems.
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22. Health Care Professionals: Individuals who provide care and support to pa-
tients, including nurses and physicians.
23. Patient Strengths: Positive attributes and capabilities of the patient that can be
leveraged in care.
24. Signs and Symptoms: Indicators of a health problem that are assessed during
the nursing process.
25. Collaborative Functions: Roles that involve working with other health care
professionals to provide care.
26. Dependent Functions: Nursing tasks that are carried out under the direction of
a physician.
27. Patient Comfort: The emotional and physical well-being of the patient during
care.
28. Health Maintenance: Activities aimed at promoting and sustaining health over
time.
29. Clinical Problem: A statement of patient issues requiring nursing intervention.
30. Nursing Diagnosis: A clinical judgment about patient responses to health con-
ditions.
31. Subjective Data: Information reported by the patient, not directly observed.
32. Objective Data: Information obtained through observation or measurement.
33. Delegation: Assigning tasks to other healthcare team members.
34. Assistive Personnel (AP): Unlicensed staff supporting nursing care tasks.
35. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/VN): Nurse providing basic patient
care under RN supervision.
36. Registered Nurse (RN): Nurse responsible for comprehensive patient assess-
ment.
37. Vital Signs: Measurements of body functions like pulse and blood pressure.
38. Case Manager: Nurse coordinating patient care across multiple settings.
39. Transitional Care Facility: Setting for patients needing rehabilitation before
home discharge.
40. Home Health Aide: Personnel assisting patients with daily living activities.
41. Quality Care Initiatives: Programs aimed at improving healthcare service de-
livery.
42. Health Care Financing: Funding mechanisms affecting quality and access to
care.
43. Patient Teaching: Educating patients about managing their health conditions.
44. Patient Assessment: Evaluation of patient health status and needs.
45. Clinical Outcomes: Results of healthcare interventions on patient health.
46. Patient Satisfaction: Patient's perception of the care received.
47. Preventable Conditions: Health issues that can be avoided with proper care.
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