11th Edition
Author(s)Donna D. Ignatavicius;
Cherie R. Rebar; Nicole M.
Heimgartner
Publisher Published by Elsevier
UK Copyright© 2024
Print ISBN: 9780323878265
TEST BANK
Medical-Surgical Nursing Revision Question Bank
Unit I: Essential Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing
,Topic: Overview of Professional Nursing Concepts for Medical-
Surgical Nursing
Subtopics
Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
Competencies
Patient-Centered Care
Safety
Teamwork and Collaboration
Evidence-Based Practice
Quality Improvement
Informatics
Clinical Judgment
Health Equity
Ethics
Quality Review Verification
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✓ No reproduction of textbook or publisher test-bank
questions
✓ NCLEX-style clinical judgment emphasis
✓ Evidence-informed nursing practice
✓ Patient safety integration
✓ Professional nursing competencies aligned with adult health
,nursing education
✓ Clear and unambiguous wording
✓ Appropriate challenge level for nursing students
Question 1 (MCQ)
Clinical Scenario
A nurse caring for a hospitalized adult with heart failure notices
that the patient appears confused and has not received
prescribed diuretics during the previous shift.
Question Stem
Which nursing action best demonstrates the QSEN competency
of patient-centered care?
Options
A. Document the findings and continue the medication
schedule.
B. Notify the provider without speaking to the patient.
C. Assess the patient's understanding of treatment and involve
the patient in planning care.
D. Request the charge nurse assume care of the patient.
Correct Answer
C
Rationale
, Patient-centered care focuses on respecting patient
preferences, values, and participation in healthcare decisions.
Assessing understanding and involving the patient promotes
engagement and individualized care.
Incorrect Option Analysis
A: Fails to address patient participation.
Misconception: Documentation alone resolves concerns.
Safety risk: Delayed intervention.
B: Provider notification may be necessary but excludes patient
involvement.
D: Delegating care does not address the patient's needs.
Nursing Process
Assessment
NCJMM Competencies
Recognize Cues
Analyze Cues
Difficulty
Easy
Bloom's Level
Apply
NCLEX Category