NSG 3160 Exam 1 2026 Exam
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Answers | New Update
What type of database is most appropriate when the rapid collection of
data is required and often compiled concurrently with lifesaving
measures?
a. Complete
b. Focused
c. Follow-up
d. Emergency - ANSWER ✔✔d. Emergency
,An emergency database includes the rapid collection of data often
obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures. A focused database is
for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one
problem, one cue complex, or one body system. A follow-up database is
used to follow up on short-term or chronic health problems; the statuses
of identified problems are evaluated at regular and appropriate intervals.
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full
physical examination; it describes the current and past health state and
forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured.
A nurse precepting a student nurse asks, "What's the most important
step in the critical-thinking process?"
a. Clustering subjective and objective data
b. Analyzing health data
c. Using evidence-based assessment techniques
d. Prioritizing health concerns - ANSWER ✔✔c. Using evidence-
based assessment techniques
Evidence-based techniques are supported by research showing
effectiveness of the technique that provides the safest and most current
,techniques to promote the health of patients. Clustering subjective and
objective data is a step in the critical-thinking process, but is not the
most important step. Analyzing health data is a step in the critical-
thinking process, but is not the most important step. Prioritizing health
concerns is a step in the critical-thinking process, but is not the most
important step.
What type of database is most appropriate for an individual who is
admitted to a long-term care facility?
a. Focused
b. Complete
c. Emergency
d. Follow-up - ANSWER ✔✔b. Complete
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full
physical examination; it describes the current and past health state and
forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured. A
focused database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database
concerns mainly one problem, one cue complex, or one body system. A
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, follow-up database is used to follow up on short-term or chronic health
problems; the statuses of identified problems are evaluated at regular
and appropriate intervals. An emergency database includes a rapid
collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures.
Which of the following is an example of objective data?
a. A sore throat
b. An earache
c. Alert and oriented
d. Dizziness - ANSWER ✔✔c. Alert and oriented
Objective data is what the health professional observes; level of
consciousness and orientation are observations. Subjective data is what
the person says about himself or herself during history taking.
Which of the following is an example of subjective data?
a. Blood glucose 126 md/dL
b. Pain rated at 7 out of 10
Questions and Correct
Answers | New Update
What type of database is most appropriate when the rapid collection of
data is required and often compiled concurrently with lifesaving
measures?
a. Complete
b. Focused
c. Follow-up
d. Emergency - ANSWER ✔✔d. Emergency
,An emergency database includes the rapid collection of data often
obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures. A focused database is
for a limited or short-term problem; this database concerns mainly one
problem, one cue complex, or one body system. A follow-up database is
used to follow up on short-term or chronic health problems; the statuses
of identified problems are evaluated at regular and appropriate intervals.
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full
physical examination; it describes the current and past health state and
forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured.
A nurse precepting a student nurse asks, "What's the most important
step in the critical-thinking process?"
a. Clustering subjective and objective data
b. Analyzing health data
c. Using evidence-based assessment techniques
d. Prioritizing health concerns - ANSWER ✔✔c. Using evidence-
based assessment techniques
Evidence-based techniques are supported by research showing
effectiveness of the technique that provides the safest and most current
,techniques to promote the health of patients. Clustering subjective and
objective data is a step in the critical-thinking process, but is not the
most important step. Analyzing health data is a step in the critical-
thinking process, but is not the most important step. Prioritizing health
concerns is a step in the critical-thinking process, but is not the most
important step.
What type of database is most appropriate for an individual who is
admitted to a long-term care facility?
a. Focused
b. Complete
c. Emergency
d. Follow-up - ANSWER ✔✔b. Complete
A complete database includes a complete health history and a full
physical examination; it describes the current and past health state and
forms a baseline against which all future changes can be measured. A
focused database is for a limited or short-term problem; this database
concerns mainly one problem, one cue complex, or one body system. A
COPYRIGHT©PROFFKERRYMARTIN 2025/2026. YEAR PUBLISHED 2026. COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 619652435. TERMS OF USE.
PRIVACY STATEMENT. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
, follow-up database is used to follow up on short-term or chronic health
problems; the statuses of identified problems are evaluated at regular
and appropriate intervals. An emergency database includes a rapid
collection of data often obtained concurrently with lifesaving measures.
Which of the following is an example of objective data?
a. A sore throat
b. An earache
c. Alert and oriented
d. Dizziness - ANSWER ✔✔c. Alert and oriented
Objective data is what the health professional observes; level of
consciousness and orientation are observations. Subjective data is what
the person says about himself or herself during history taking.
Which of the following is an example of subjective data?
a. Blood glucose 126 md/dL
b. Pain rated at 7 out of 10
