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
,Section A — 10 High-Level MCQs
Question 1
A newly hired ICU nurse questions the relevance of
certification. Which outcome best reflects the value of
certification in critical care nursing practice?
A. Increased number of assigned patients
B. Improved patient outcomes and safety
C. Reduced need for interdisciplinary collaboration
D. Elimination of clinical errors
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Certification is associated with improved patient outcomes and
safety due to enhanced knowledge and clinical competence.
A is incorrect—certification does not increase workload.
C is incorrect—collaboration remains essential.
D is incorrect—errors are reduced but not eliminated.
Source: Morton & Thurman, Ch. 1
Question 2
A nurse is implementing evidence-based practice (EBP) in the
ICU. Which action demonstrates proper application of EBP?
, A. Following unit tradition regardless of evidence
B. Using current research combined with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
C. Applying only physician-directed interventions
D. Avoiding changes to established protocols
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
EBP integrates best research evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient values.
A and D ignore current evidence.
C excludes nursing judgment and patient-centered care.
Source: Morton & Thurman, Ch. 1
Question 3
An ICU nurse identifies resistance to implementing a new
evidence-based protocol. Which factor represents a common
barrier to EBP?
A. Strong leadership support
B. Lack of time and resources
C. Availability of current research
D. Interdisciplinary collaboration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Time constraints and limited resources are key barriers to EBP
implementation.
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
,Section A — 10 High-Level MCQs
Question 1
A newly hired ICU nurse questions the relevance of
certification. Which outcome best reflects the value of
certification in critical care nursing practice?
A. Increased number of assigned patients
B. Improved patient outcomes and safety
C. Reduced need for interdisciplinary collaboration
D. Elimination of clinical errors
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Certification is associated with improved patient outcomes and
safety due to enhanced knowledge and clinical competence.
A is incorrect—certification does not increase workload.
C is incorrect—collaboration remains essential.
D is incorrect—errors are reduced but not eliminated.
Source: Morton & Thurman, Ch. 1
Question 2
A nurse is implementing evidence-based practice (EBP) in the
ICU. Which action demonstrates proper application of EBP?
, A. Following unit tradition regardless of evidence
B. Using current research combined with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
C. Applying only physician-directed interventions
D. Avoiding changes to established protocols
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
EBP integrates best research evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient values.
A and D ignore current evidence.
C excludes nursing judgment and patient-centered care.
Source: Morton & Thurman, Ch. 1
Question 3
An ICU nurse identifies resistance to implementing a new
evidence-based protocol. Which factor represents a common
barrier to EBP?
A. Strong leadership support
B. Lack of time and resources
C. Availability of current research
D. Interdisciplinary collaboration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Time constraints and limited resources are key barriers to EBP
implementation.
