TEST BANK ADVANTAGE BASIC NURSING THIKING
DOING AND CARING 3RD EDITION BY LESILE TRAES
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026/2027|INSTANT
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1. Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-
centered care?
A. Completing all assigned tasks before the end of the shift
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in decisions about the
plan of care
C. Following hospital policies without exception
D. Limiting family involvement during treatment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting
patients' preferences, values, and involvement in healthcare
decisions. Including patients in planning promotes autonomy
and satisfaction.
2. During hand hygiene, when should the nurse wash with
soap and water instead of using an alcohol-based hand
sanitizer?
A. Before administering oral medication
,B. After removing gloves
C. When hands are visibly soiled
D. Before entering a patient's room
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Soap and water are required when hands are visibly
dirty or contaminated because alcohol-based sanitizers are less
effective at removing physical debris.
3. Which nursing process step involves determining whether
patient goals have been achieved?
A. Assessment
B. Diagnosis
C. Planning
D. Evaluation
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Evaluation measures patient outcomes and
determines whether nursing interventions have successfully
met established goals.
4. Which finding should the nurse report immediately?
A. Temperature of 37.2°C (99°F)
,B. Respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute accompanied by
cyanosis
C. Heart rate of 82 beats per minute
D. Blood pressure of 118/74 mmHg
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cyanosis with a low respiratory rate indicates
impaired oxygenation and requires immediate intervention.
5. Which action best prevents healthcare-associated
infections?
A. Wearing gloves for every patient interaction
B. Performing hand hygiene before and after patient contact
C. Changing linens once every shift
D. Keeping patient room doors closed
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hand hygiene remains the single most effective
measure for preventing healthcare-associated infections.
6. A nurse delegates ambulation of a stable postoperative
patient to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which
responsibility remains with the nurse?
A. Walking with the patient
, B. Assessing the patient's tolerance to activity
C. Documenting the distance walked
D. Providing the patient with slippers
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessment cannot be delegated. The registered
nurse remains responsible for evaluating the patient's response
to activity.
7. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates therapeutic
communication?
A. "Everything will be fine."
B. "Don't worry about your surgery."
C. "Tell me what concerns you most about your surgery."
D. "You shouldn't feel afraid."
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Open-ended questions encourage patients to
express feelings and concerns, promoting therapeutic
communication.
8. Which patient is at greatest risk for developing pressure
injuries?
A. A healthy adolescent recovering from a sprained ankle
DOING AND CARING 3RD EDITION BY LESILE TRAES
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026/2027|INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which action by the nurse best demonstrates patient-
centered care?
A. Completing all assigned tasks before the end of the shift
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in decisions about the
plan of care
C. Following hospital policies without exception
D. Limiting family involvement during treatment
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Patient-centered care emphasizes respecting
patients' preferences, values, and involvement in healthcare
decisions. Including patients in planning promotes autonomy
and satisfaction.
2. During hand hygiene, when should the nurse wash with
soap and water instead of using an alcohol-based hand
sanitizer?
A. Before administering oral medication
,B. After removing gloves
C. When hands are visibly soiled
D. Before entering a patient's room
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Soap and water are required when hands are visibly
dirty or contaminated because alcohol-based sanitizers are less
effective at removing physical debris.
3. Which nursing process step involves determining whether
patient goals have been achieved?
A. Assessment
B. Diagnosis
C. Planning
D. Evaluation
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Evaluation measures patient outcomes and
determines whether nursing interventions have successfully
met established goals.
4. Which finding should the nurse report immediately?
A. Temperature of 37.2°C (99°F)
,B. Respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute accompanied by
cyanosis
C. Heart rate of 82 beats per minute
D. Blood pressure of 118/74 mmHg
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cyanosis with a low respiratory rate indicates
impaired oxygenation and requires immediate intervention.
5. Which action best prevents healthcare-associated
infections?
A. Wearing gloves for every patient interaction
B. Performing hand hygiene before and after patient contact
C. Changing linens once every shift
D. Keeping patient room doors closed
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hand hygiene remains the single most effective
measure for preventing healthcare-associated infections.
6. A nurse delegates ambulation of a stable postoperative
patient to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which
responsibility remains with the nurse?
A. Walking with the patient
, B. Assessing the patient's tolerance to activity
C. Documenting the distance walked
D. Providing the patient with slippers
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessment cannot be delegated. The registered
nurse remains responsible for evaluating the patient's response
to activity.
7. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates therapeutic
communication?
A. "Everything will be fine."
B. "Don't worry about your surgery."
C. "Tell me what concerns you most about your surgery."
D. "You shouldn't feel afraid."
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Open-ended questions encourage patients to
express feelings and concerns, promoting therapeutic
communication.
8. Which patient is at greatest risk for developing pressure
injuries?
A. A healthy adolescent recovering from a sprained ankle
