Critical Care Nursing
A Holistic Approach
12th Edition
Author(s)Patricia Gonce Morton; Paul
Thurman
TEST BANK
1. Foundations of Critical Care
2. Special Populations
3. Special Situations
4. Cardiovascular System
,5. Respiratory System
6. Renal System
7. Nervous System
8. Gastrointestinal System
9. Endocrine System
• Key Disorders:
10. Hematologic & Immune
11. Integumentary System
12. Multisystem & Emergencies
CORE PRIORITIES (ALWAYS REMEMBER)
• ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
• Early recognition + rapid intervention
• Holistic care: patient + family
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Patient safety & ethical practice
,Question 1
A critically ill patient requires continuous monitoring and rapid
intervention. Which principle best reflects critical care nursing
practice?
A. Focusing primarily on disease pathology
B. Integrating physical, psychological, social, and spiritual care
C. Prioritizing physician-directed interventions only
D. Limiting care to life-saving procedures
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Critical care nursing emphasizes a holistic approach, addressing
the patient as a whole—physical, psychological, social, and
spiritual needs.
A is incorrect because care is not limited to pathology.
C is incorrect because nursing involves independent and
collaborative roles.
D is incorrect as care extends beyond immediate life-saving
measures.
Source:
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition –
Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a critically ill patient and includes the
family in care discussions. This reflects which core concept?
, A. Evidence-based practice
B. Holistic care
C. Clinical autonomy
D. Task-oriented care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Holistic care includes family involvement as part of patient-
centered care in critical settings.
A focuses on research integration.
C relates to independent decision-making.
D contradicts holistic principles.
Source:
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition –
Chapter 1
Question 3
Which outcome best demonstrates the value of certification in
critical care nursing?
A. Increased hospital length of stay
B. Improved patient outcomes and safety
C. Reduced need for interdisciplinary collaboration
D. Decreased accountability
Correct Answer: B
A Holistic Approach
12th Edition
Author(s)Patricia Gonce Morton; Paul
Thurman
TEST BANK
1. Foundations of Critical Care
2. Special Populations
3. Special Situations
4. Cardiovascular System
,5. Respiratory System
6. Renal System
7. Nervous System
8. Gastrointestinal System
9. Endocrine System
• Key Disorders:
10. Hematologic & Immune
11. Integumentary System
12. Multisystem & Emergencies
CORE PRIORITIES (ALWAYS REMEMBER)
• ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
• Early recognition + rapid intervention
• Holistic care: patient + family
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Patient safety & ethical practice
,Question 1
A critically ill patient requires continuous monitoring and rapid
intervention. Which principle best reflects critical care nursing
practice?
A. Focusing primarily on disease pathology
B. Integrating physical, psychological, social, and spiritual care
C. Prioritizing physician-directed interventions only
D. Limiting care to life-saving procedures
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Critical care nursing emphasizes a holistic approach, addressing
the patient as a whole—physical, psychological, social, and
spiritual needs.
A is incorrect because care is not limited to pathology.
C is incorrect because nursing involves independent and
collaborative roles.
D is incorrect as care extends beyond immediate life-saving
measures.
Source:
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition –
Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse is caring for a critically ill patient and includes the
family in care discussions. This reflects which core concept?
, A. Evidence-based practice
B. Holistic care
C. Clinical autonomy
D. Task-oriented care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Holistic care includes family involvement as part of patient-
centered care in critical settings.
A focuses on research integration.
C relates to independent decision-making.
D contradicts holistic principles.
Source:
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition –
Chapter 1
Question 3
Which outcome best demonstrates the value of certification in
critical care nursing?
A. Increased hospital length of stay
B. Improved patient outcomes and safety
C. Reduced need for interdisciplinary collaboration
D. Decreased accountability
Correct Answer: B
