PNC 121 ACTUAL FINAL EXAM 2026-2027\COMPLETE
QUESTIONS & CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS\VERIFIED 100% ALREADY GRADED A+
\TEST BANK FINAL EXAM 2026-2027
During a nursing handover, C
you notice an omission in Rationale: Nurses are accountable for accurate documentation
and must address omissions to ensure continuity of care.
the patient's chart. What
should you do?
• A) Ignore the
omission as it's the
responsibility of the
previous nurse.
• B) Correct the
omission without
consulting anyone.
• C) Notify the team,
document the
omission, and ensure
it's addressed.
• D) Report the omission to
management and avoid
further involvement.
Which statement reflects B
the nurse's duty in Rationale: Accepting small, appropriate gifts can be acceptable
but must not compromise the therapeutic relationship or
maintaining professional
professionalism.
boundaries?
• A) "I always share my
personal phone number
with my clients."
• B) "Accepting a small
gift is okay if it doesn't
influence the care I
,provide."
• C) "I visit my clients
socially after they are
discharged."
• D) "Boundaries are less
important in long- term
relationships with clients."
A client with aphasia needs B
to understand discharge Rationale: Using written instructions with pictures supports
communication for clients with language deficits like aphasia.
instructions. What is the
best
approach?
• A) Verbally explain the
instructions slowly and
clearly.
• B) Use written instructions
with pictures or symbols.
• C) Involve the client's
family and let them explain.
• D) Skip the explanation
and provide a handout
instead.
What should a nurse do B
when a patient refuses Rationale: Nurses must respect the patient's autonomy,
document the refusal, and notify the healthcare provider to
medication?
ensure safe care.
• A) Insist that the
patient takes the
medication for their
safety.
• B) Document the refusal
and notify the healthcare
provider.
• C) Ignore the refusal and try
again later.
• D) Explain the
consequences of refusal
without respecting their
choice.
,In the SBAR B
communication framework, Rationale: "Assessment" presents the nurse's evaluation, while
"Background" provides historical context to the situation.
how does the "Assessment"
section differ from
"Background"?
• A) Assessment includes
subjective data, while
Background includes
objective data.
• B) Assessment
summarizes the nurse's
observations and
findings, while
Background provides
patient history.
• C) Assessment focuses on
the diagnosis, while
Background focuses on
treatment.
• D) Assessment includes
recommendations, while
Background includes the
patient's vital signs.
1. What is the main goal of B
client-centered care? Rationale: Client-centered care involves including the
• A) To ensure clients follow client as a partner, respecting their preferences and
nurse's advice.
• B) To include the client
needs.
as a partner in care.
• C) To follow hospital
protocols strictly.
• D) To focus only on physical
health.
Which zone of touch requires B
permission? Rationale: The consent zone includes areas like the
• A) Social zone
mouth, wrists, and feet, and requires permission to
• B) Consent zone
touch.
• C) Intimate zone
• D) Vulnerable zone
, What is the first step in B
breaking the chain of Rationale: Hand hygiene is the most effective way to stop the
spread of germs.
infection?
• A) Wearing gloves.
• B) Washing hands.
• C) Administering antibiotics.
• D) Cleaning equipment.
In the SBAR framework, what B
does "S" stand for? Rationale: SBAR starts with describing the "Situation" to provide
• A) Support immediate context.
• B) Situation
• C) Safety
• D) Summary
Which is an example of B
therapeutic Rationale: Therapeutic communication encourages the
communication? client to express their feelings and concerns.
• A) "You should not feel that
way."
• B) "Tell me more about
how you're feeling."
• C) "Everything will be fine,
don't worry."
• D) "You need to stop
complaining."
Why is maintaining Maintaining boundaries ensures professionalism,
boundaries important in the protects the therapeutic relationship, and prevents
nurse-client relationship? harm to the client.
What is the purpose of the The orientation phase helps the nurse and client build
orientation phase in a trust, set goals, and establish the purpose of their
therapeutic relationship? relationship.
1. Respect clients' dignity.
List three components of the
2. Provide safe and competent care.
CNO Code of Conduct.
3. Act with integrity in the client's best interest.
SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable,
What is the SMART goal
framework? Relevant, and Time-bound, used for setting clear and
realistic goals.
How does the nursing It ensures care is systematic and personalized through
process improve care? steps like assessment, planning, implementation, and
evaluation.
QUESTIONS & CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS\VERIFIED 100% ALREADY GRADED A+
\TEST BANK FINAL EXAM 2026-2027
During a nursing handover, C
you notice an omission in Rationale: Nurses are accountable for accurate documentation
and must address omissions to ensure continuity of care.
the patient's chart. What
should you do?
• A) Ignore the
omission as it's the
responsibility of the
previous nurse.
• B) Correct the
omission without
consulting anyone.
• C) Notify the team,
document the
omission, and ensure
it's addressed.
• D) Report the omission to
management and avoid
further involvement.
Which statement reflects B
the nurse's duty in Rationale: Accepting small, appropriate gifts can be acceptable
but must not compromise the therapeutic relationship or
maintaining professional
professionalism.
boundaries?
• A) "I always share my
personal phone number
with my clients."
• B) "Accepting a small
gift is okay if it doesn't
influence the care I
,provide."
• C) "I visit my clients
socially after they are
discharged."
• D) "Boundaries are less
important in long- term
relationships with clients."
A client with aphasia needs B
to understand discharge Rationale: Using written instructions with pictures supports
communication for clients with language deficits like aphasia.
instructions. What is the
best
approach?
• A) Verbally explain the
instructions slowly and
clearly.
• B) Use written instructions
with pictures or symbols.
• C) Involve the client's
family and let them explain.
• D) Skip the explanation
and provide a handout
instead.
What should a nurse do B
when a patient refuses Rationale: Nurses must respect the patient's autonomy,
document the refusal, and notify the healthcare provider to
medication?
ensure safe care.
• A) Insist that the
patient takes the
medication for their
safety.
• B) Document the refusal
and notify the healthcare
provider.
• C) Ignore the refusal and try
again later.
• D) Explain the
consequences of refusal
without respecting their
choice.
,In the SBAR B
communication framework, Rationale: "Assessment" presents the nurse's evaluation, while
"Background" provides historical context to the situation.
how does the "Assessment"
section differ from
"Background"?
• A) Assessment includes
subjective data, while
Background includes
objective data.
• B) Assessment
summarizes the nurse's
observations and
findings, while
Background provides
patient history.
• C) Assessment focuses on
the diagnosis, while
Background focuses on
treatment.
• D) Assessment includes
recommendations, while
Background includes the
patient's vital signs.
1. What is the main goal of B
client-centered care? Rationale: Client-centered care involves including the
• A) To ensure clients follow client as a partner, respecting their preferences and
nurse's advice.
• B) To include the client
needs.
as a partner in care.
• C) To follow hospital
protocols strictly.
• D) To focus only on physical
health.
Which zone of touch requires B
permission? Rationale: The consent zone includes areas like the
• A) Social zone
mouth, wrists, and feet, and requires permission to
• B) Consent zone
touch.
• C) Intimate zone
• D) Vulnerable zone
, What is the first step in B
breaking the chain of Rationale: Hand hygiene is the most effective way to stop the
spread of germs.
infection?
• A) Wearing gloves.
• B) Washing hands.
• C) Administering antibiotics.
• D) Cleaning equipment.
In the SBAR framework, what B
does "S" stand for? Rationale: SBAR starts with describing the "Situation" to provide
• A) Support immediate context.
• B) Situation
• C) Safety
• D) Summary
Which is an example of B
therapeutic Rationale: Therapeutic communication encourages the
communication? client to express their feelings and concerns.
• A) "You should not feel that
way."
• B) "Tell me more about
how you're feeling."
• C) "Everything will be fine,
don't worry."
• D) "You need to stop
complaining."
Why is maintaining Maintaining boundaries ensures professionalism,
boundaries important in the protects the therapeutic relationship, and prevents
nurse-client relationship? harm to the client.
What is the purpose of the The orientation phase helps the nurse and client build
orientation phase in a trust, set goals, and establish the purpose of their
therapeutic relationship? relationship.
1. Respect clients' dignity.
List three components of the
2. Provide safe and competent care.
CNO Code of Conduct.
3. Act with integrity in the client's best interest.
SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable,
What is the SMART goal
framework? Relevant, and Time-bound, used for setting clear and
realistic goals.
How does the nursing It ensures care is systematic and personalized through
process improve care? steps like assessment, planning, implementation, and
evaluation.
