Potter and Perry's Canadian Fundamentals
of Nursing - Elsevier 7th Edition
by Barbara J. Astle, RN, PhD, FCAN, Wendy
Duggleby, RN, PhD, Patricia A. Potter, RN,
MSN, PhD, FAAN, Anne G. Perry, RN, MSN,
EdD, FAAN, Patricia A. Stockert, RN, BSN,
MS, PhD and Amy Hall, RN, BSN, MS, PhD,
CNE
TEST BANK
Unit I – Health and Health Care in Canada
Chapter 1: Health and Wellness
EXACTLY 20 Exam-Relevant MCQs
1. Which statement best reflects the concept of health as
described in this chapter?
,A. Health is the absence of disease or illness
B. Health is a static state that changes only with illness
C. Health is a dynamic process influenced by multiple factors
D. Health is determined primarily by genetics
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Health is described as a dynamic and evolving state
influenced by physical, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual
factors, rather than simply the absence of disease.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
2. Which determinant of health refers to income, education,
employment, and housing conditions?
A. Biological determinants
B. Health behaviours
C. Social determinants of health
D. Health care services
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Social determinants of health encompass
socioeconomic factors that significantly influence health
outcomes and access to resources.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
,3. A nurse promoting wellness is primarily focusing on which
action?
A. Treating acute illness
B. Preventing disease progression
C. Supporting optimal functioning and quality of life
D. Managing chronic health conditions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wellness emphasizes achieving the highest possible
level of health and well-being, not solely disease prevention or
treatment.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
4. Which example best demonstrates primary prevention?
A. Blood glucose monitoring for diabetes
B. Smoking cessation education
C. Rehabilitation after stroke
D. Physical therapy following surgery
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent disease before it
occurs, such as through health education and risk-reduction
strategies.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
, 5. Which nursing action aligns with secondary prevention?
A. Administering chemotherapy
B. Teaching stress management
C. Screening for hypertension
D. Providing palliative care
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Secondary prevention focuses on early detection and
treatment to limit disease progression.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
6. The concept of health promotion is best described as:
A. Encouraging adherence to medical treatment
B. Empowering individuals to increase control over their health
C. Preventing complications of illness
D. Managing acute health crises
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Health promotion involves enabling people to
improve and maintain their health through informed choices
and supportive environments.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
of Nursing - Elsevier 7th Edition
by Barbara J. Astle, RN, PhD, FCAN, Wendy
Duggleby, RN, PhD, Patricia A. Potter, RN,
MSN, PhD, FAAN, Anne G. Perry, RN, MSN,
EdD, FAAN, Patricia A. Stockert, RN, BSN,
MS, PhD and Amy Hall, RN, BSN, MS, PhD,
CNE
TEST BANK
Unit I – Health and Health Care in Canada
Chapter 1: Health and Wellness
EXACTLY 20 Exam-Relevant MCQs
1. Which statement best reflects the concept of health as
described in this chapter?
,A. Health is the absence of disease or illness
B. Health is a static state that changes only with illness
C. Health is a dynamic process influenced by multiple factors
D. Health is determined primarily by genetics
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Health is described as a dynamic and evolving state
influenced by physical, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual
factors, rather than simply the absence of disease.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
2. Which determinant of health refers to income, education,
employment, and housing conditions?
A. Biological determinants
B. Health behaviours
C. Social determinants of health
D. Health care services
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Social determinants of health encompass
socioeconomic factors that significantly influence health
outcomes and access to resources.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
,3. A nurse promoting wellness is primarily focusing on which
action?
A. Treating acute illness
B. Preventing disease progression
C. Supporting optimal functioning and quality of life
D. Managing chronic health conditions
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wellness emphasizes achieving the highest possible
level of health and well-being, not solely disease prevention or
treatment.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
4. Which example best demonstrates primary prevention?
A. Blood glucose monitoring for diabetes
B. Smoking cessation education
C. Rehabilitation after stroke
D. Physical therapy following surgery
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent disease before it
occurs, such as through health education and risk-reduction
strategies.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
, 5. Which nursing action aligns with secondary prevention?
A. Administering chemotherapy
B. Teaching stress management
C. Screening for hypertension
D. Providing palliative care
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Secondary prevention focuses on early detection and
treatment to limit disease progression.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
6. The concept of health promotion is best described as:
A. Encouraging adherence to medical treatment
B. Empowering individuals to increase control over their health
C. Preventing complications of illness
D. Managing acute health crises
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Health promotion involves enabling people to
improve and maintain their health through informed choices
and supportive environments.
Citation: Potter & Perry, Canadian Fundamentals of Nursing (7th
ed.), Ch. 1
