NSG 3160 HEALTH ASSESSMENT EXAM 1 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2027 EXAM
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NSG 3160 Health
Assessment Exam 1
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
98 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 98 verified questions and their correct answers for the NSG 3160 Health
Assessment course. It covers comprehensive health assessment principles, making it ideal for exam
preparation and course review. Students can effectively study and reinforce their understanding of key
concepts and clinical applications.
CONTENTS
01 Foundations of Health Assessment Q1–Q16
02 Health History and Databases Q17–Q30
03 Nursing Process and Priorities Q31–Q32
Page 1
, 04 Cultural and Social Determinants Q33–Q51
05 Mental Status and Substance Use Q52–Q71
06 Physical Examination Techniques Q72–Q78
07 General Survey and Vital Signs Q79–Q98
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 98
Purpose of a health assessment
CORRECT ANSWER
To collect and analyze subjective + objective data to form a complete picture of a patient's health and guide
nursing judgment.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 98
Six steps of the nursing process
CORRECT ANSWER
Assessment, Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 98
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
CORRECT ANSWER
Integration of best current research, clinical expertise, patient preferences, and accurate assessment data.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 98
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, Five steps of EBP
CORRECT ANSWER
Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Assess.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 98
Holistic health model
CORRECT ANSWER
Approach recognizing mind, body, spirit, and environment interact to affect health.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 98
Outdated interventions
CORRECT ANSWER
They increase risk for harm; EBP ensures safety and effectiveness.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 98
Primary purpose of the interview
CORRECT ANSWER
To collect subjective data and establish rapport for accurate assessment.
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 98
Three phases of the interview
CORRECT ANSWER
Introduction, Working, Closing.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NSG 3160 Health
Assessment Exam 1
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
98 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 98 verified questions and their correct answers for the NSG 3160 Health
Assessment course. It covers comprehensive health assessment principles, making it ideal for exam
preparation and course review. Students can effectively study and reinforce their understanding of key
concepts and clinical applications.
CONTENTS
01 Foundations of Health Assessment Q1–Q16
02 Health History and Databases Q17–Q30
03 Nursing Process and Priorities Q31–Q32
Page 1
, 04 Cultural and Social Determinants Q33–Q51
05 Mental Status and Substance Use Q52–Q71
06 Physical Examination Techniques Q72–Q78
07 General Survey and Vital Signs Q79–Q98
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 98
Purpose of a health assessment
CORRECT ANSWER
To collect and analyze subjective + objective data to form a complete picture of a patient's health and guide
nursing judgment.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 98
Six steps of the nursing process
CORRECT ANSWER
Assessment, Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 98
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
CORRECT ANSWER
Integration of best current research, clinical expertise, patient preferences, and accurate assessment data.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 98
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, Five steps of EBP
CORRECT ANSWER
Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Assess.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 98
Holistic health model
CORRECT ANSWER
Approach recognizing mind, body, spirit, and environment interact to affect health.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 98
Outdated interventions
CORRECT ANSWER
They increase risk for harm; EBP ensures safety and effectiveness.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 98
Primary purpose of the interview
CORRECT ANSWER
To collect subjective data and establish rapport for accurate assessment.
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 98
Three phases of the interview
CORRECT ANSWER
Introduction, Working, Closing.
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