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NR 501 Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
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NR 501-Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Question.
(Answer:) B
(Rationale- The nurse identifies human responses to actual or potential health problems
during the nursing diagnoses step of the nursing process. During the assessment step, the
nurse collects data. During the planning step, the nurse develops strategies to resolve or
decrease the patient's problem. During evaluation, the nurse determines the effectiveness of
the plan of care.)
The nurse in charge identifies a patient's responses to actual or potential health problems
during which step of the nursing process?
A. Assessing
B. Diagnosing
C. Planning
D. Evaluating
Question.
(Answer:) D
(Rationale: This answer takes highest priority because venous inflammation and clot
formation impede blood flow in a patient with deep-vein thrombosis.
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Option A is incorrect because impaired gas exchange is related to decreased, not increased,
blood flow. Option B is inappropriate because no evidence suggests that this patient has a
fluid volume excess. Option C may be warranted but is secondary to altered tissue perfusion)
A female patient is diagnosed with deep-vein thrombosis. Which nursing diagnosis should
receive the highest priority at this time?
A. Impaired gas exchange related to increased blood flow
B. Fluid volume excess related to peripheral vascular disease
C. Risk for injury related to edema
D. Altered peripheral tissue perfusion related to venous congestion
Question.
(Answer:) D
(Rationale: During the evaluation step of the nursing process the nurse determines whether
the goals established have been achieved, and evaluates the success of the plan. Answer A
involves data collection. Answer B involves setting priorities, and Answer C is the actual
intervention.) - A nurse is revising a client's care plan. During which step of the nursing
process does such a revision take place?
A. Assessment
B. Planning
C. Implementation
D. Evaluation
Question.
(Answer:) D
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(Rationale: You should begin with the simplest interventions. Answer A is incorrect because
medications should be avoided whenever possible. Answer B would be a thorough sleep
assessment, and should be done only after common sense interventions fail. Answer C would
be appropriate only after common sense interventions fail.) - Which intervention should the
nurse in charge try first for a client that exhibits signs of sleep disturbance?
A. Administer sleeping medication before bedtime
B. Ask the client each morning to describe the quantity of sleep the night before
C. Teach the client relaxation techniques, such as guided imagery and progressive muscle
relaxation
D. Provide the client normal sleep aids, such as pillows, back rubs, and snacks
Question.
(Answer:) C
(Rationale- Making appropriate referrals is a valid part of planning the client's care. The
nurse normally does not provide sex counselling. While providing time for privacy and
providing support for the spouse is important, it is not as important as referring the client to a
sex counsellor/appropriate professional) - A nurse is assigned to care for a postoperative male
client who has diabetes mellitus. During the assessment interview, the client reports that he's
impotent and says he's concerned about the effect on his marriage. In planning this client's
care, the most appropriate intervention would be to:
A. Encourage the client to ask questions about personal sexuality
B. Provide time for privacy
C. Suggest referral to a sex counsellor or other appropriate professional
D. Provide support for the spouse
NR 501 Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Exam 2025 With Actual Questions & Verified
Answers, Plus Rationales/Expert Verified For
Guaranteed Pass Graded A+
NR 501-Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Question.
(Answer:) B
(Rationale- The nurse identifies human responses to actual or potential health problems
during the nursing diagnoses step of the nursing process. During the assessment step, the
nurse collects data. During the planning step, the nurse develops strategies to resolve or
decrease the patient's problem. During evaluation, the nurse determines the effectiveness of
the plan of care.)
The nurse in charge identifies a patient's responses to actual or potential health problems
during which step of the nursing process?
A. Assessing
B. Diagnosing
C. Planning
D. Evaluating
Question.
(Answer:) D
(Rationale: This answer takes highest priority because venous inflammation and clot
formation impede blood flow in a patient with deep-vein thrombosis.
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Option A is incorrect because impaired gas exchange is related to decreased, not increased,
blood flow. Option B is inappropriate because no evidence suggests that this patient has a
fluid volume excess. Option C may be warranted but is secondary to altered tissue perfusion)
A female patient is diagnosed with deep-vein thrombosis. Which nursing diagnosis should
receive the highest priority at this time?
A. Impaired gas exchange related to increased blood flow
B. Fluid volume excess related to peripheral vascular disease
C. Risk for injury related to edema
D. Altered peripheral tissue perfusion related to venous congestion
Question.
(Answer:) D
(Rationale: During the evaluation step of the nursing process the nurse determines whether
the goals established have been achieved, and evaluates the success of the plan. Answer A
involves data collection. Answer B involves setting priorities, and Answer C is the actual
intervention.) - A nurse is revising a client's care plan. During which step of the nursing
process does such a revision take place?
A. Assessment
B. Planning
C. Implementation
D. Evaluation
Question.
(Answer:) D
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(Rationale: You should begin with the simplest interventions. Answer A is incorrect because
medications should be avoided whenever possible. Answer B would be a thorough sleep
assessment, and should be done only after common sense interventions fail. Answer C would
be appropriate only after common sense interventions fail.) - Which intervention should the
nurse in charge try first for a client that exhibits signs of sleep disturbance?
A. Administer sleeping medication before bedtime
B. Ask the client each morning to describe the quantity of sleep the night before
C. Teach the client relaxation techniques, such as guided imagery and progressive muscle
relaxation
D. Provide the client normal sleep aids, such as pillows, back rubs, and snacks
Question.
(Answer:) C
(Rationale- Making appropriate referrals is a valid part of planning the client's care. The
nurse normally does not provide sex counselling. While providing time for privacy and
providing support for the spouse is important, it is not as important as referring the client to a
sex counsellor/appropriate professional) - A nurse is assigned to care for a postoperative male
client who has diabetes mellitus. During the assessment interview, the client reports that he's
impotent and says he's concerned about the effect on his marriage. In planning this client's
care, the most appropriate intervention would be to:
A. Encourage the client to ask questions about personal sexuality
B. Provide time for privacy
C. Suggest referral to a sex counsellor or other appropriate professional
D. Provide support for the spouse
