A+ Certified Hondros NUR 150 Exam
1 Study Guide (2025/2026 Edition)
Introduction
This study guide is designed for students preparing for the Hondros College of
Nursing NUR 150 Exam 1 for the 2025/2026 academic year. It focuses on funda-
mental concepts of practical nursing, critical thinking, the nursing process, and
patient safety, with an emphasis on key topics such as Tanner’s Model of Clini-
cal Judgment, the nursing process (ADPIE), patient assessment, fall prevention,
and medication administration. The guide includes 150 targeted questions and
verified answers to ensure comprehensive preparation, drawing from reliable
sources like Quizlet and aligning with the course’s focus on clinical competence
and patient-centered care.
1 Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgment
1.1 Tanner’s Model of Clinical Judgment
Tanner’s Model outlines four steps in the critical thinking process for nurses:
• Noticing: Recognizing relevant cues in the patient’s condition.
• Interpreting: Analyzing data to form a clinical judgment.
• Responding: Taking appropriate actions based on the interpretation.
• Reflecting: Evaluating outcomes to improve future practice.
1.2 Benner’s Stages of Clinical Competence
Benner’s theory describes five stages of nursing proficiency:
1. Novice: Beginners with minimal experience, relying on textbook knowl-
edge.
2. Advanced Beginner: Nurses with some experience, starting to recognize
patterns.
3. Competent: Nurses with 2-3 years of experience, capable of planning and
prioritizing.
4. Proficient: Experienced nurses who see the big picture and adapt quickly.
5. Expert: Highly skilled nurses with intuitive decision-making abilities.
1
, 2 Nursing Process (ADPIE)
The nursing process, ADPIE, is a systematic approach to patient care:
• Assessment: Collecting subjective and objective data.
• Diagnosis: Identifying patient problems based on assessment.
• Planning: Setting measurable goals and outcomes.
• Implementation: Carrying out nursing interventions.
• Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness of interventions.
3 Patient Safety and Fall Prevention
3.1 Fall Risk Factors
Patients at risk for falls include:
• Older adults
• Post-operative patients
• Patients with vertigo, Parkinson’s, or visual impairments
• Those on medications causing dizziness
3.2 Fall Prevention Interventions
• Keep call light within reach and explain its use.
• Ensure a clutter-free environment and well-lit rooms.
• Place high-risk patients near the nursing station.
• Reposition bed-bound patients every two hours.
4 Medication Administration
4.1 Six Rights of Medication Administration
• Right patient
• Right medication
• Right dose
• Right route
• Right time
• Right documentation
2
1 Study Guide (2025/2026 Edition)
Introduction
This study guide is designed for students preparing for the Hondros College of
Nursing NUR 150 Exam 1 for the 2025/2026 academic year. It focuses on funda-
mental concepts of practical nursing, critical thinking, the nursing process, and
patient safety, with an emphasis on key topics such as Tanner’s Model of Clini-
cal Judgment, the nursing process (ADPIE), patient assessment, fall prevention,
and medication administration. The guide includes 150 targeted questions and
verified answers to ensure comprehensive preparation, drawing from reliable
sources like Quizlet and aligning with the course’s focus on clinical competence
and patient-centered care.
1 Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgment
1.1 Tanner’s Model of Clinical Judgment
Tanner’s Model outlines four steps in the critical thinking process for nurses:
• Noticing: Recognizing relevant cues in the patient’s condition.
• Interpreting: Analyzing data to form a clinical judgment.
• Responding: Taking appropriate actions based on the interpretation.
• Reflecting: Evaluating outcomes to improve future practice.
1.2 Benner’s Stages of Clinical Competence
Benner’s theory describes five stages of nursing proficiency:
1. Novice: Beginners with minimal experience, relying on textbook knowl-
edge.
2. Advanced Beginner: Nurses with some experience, starting to recognize
patterns.
3. Competent: Nurses with 2-3 years of experience, capable of planning and
prioritizing.
4. Proficient: Experienced nurses who see the big picture and adapt quickly.
5. Expert: Highly skilled nurses with intuitive decision-making abilities.
1
, 2 Nursing Process (ADPIE)
The nursing process, ADPIE, is a systematic approach to patient care:
• Assessment: Collecting subjective and objective data.
• Diagnosis: Identifying patient problems based on assessment.
• Planning: Setting measurable goals and outcomes.
• Implementation: Carrying out nursing interventions.
• Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness of interventions.
3 Patient Safety and Fall Prevention
3.1 Fall Risk Factors
Patients at risk for falls include:
• Older adults
• Post-operative patients
• Patients with vertigo, Parkinson’s, or visual impairments
• Those on medications causing dizziness
3.2 Fall Prevention Interventions
• Keep call light within reach and explain its use.
• Ensure a clutter-free environment and well-lit rooms.
• Place high-risk patients near the nursing station.
• Reposition bed-bound patients every two hours.
4 Medication Administration
4.1 Six Rights of Medication Administration
• Right patient
• Right medication
• Right dose
• Right route
• Right time
• Right documentation
2
