Davis Advantage for Medical-Surgical Nursing,
3rd Edition
Making Connections to Practice
3rd Edition
Author(s)Janice Hoffman; Nancy Sullivan
TEST BANK
,
,Question 1
A medical-surgical nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a
hospitalized patient. Which action best demonstrates a patient-safety
competency?
A. Ask the patient to state the medication name before checking the
record.
B. Compare the medication label with the medication administration
record before administration.
C. Document the medication before giving it to the patient.
D. Ask another nurse to administer the medication without reviewing
the order.
Correct Answer:
B. Compare the medication label with the medication administration
record before administration.
Rationale:
Comparing the medication label with the medication administration
record is a basic medication-safety practice that helps prevent
administration errors. Option A may provide useful verification but does
not replace checking the order and medication record. Option C creates
a documentation error because the medication has not yet been
administered. Option D transfers responsibility without appropriate
verification.
Question 2
When applying the nursing process to a newly admitted patient, which
action should the nurse perform first?
, A. Develop measurable patient outcomes.
B. Implement prescribed nursing interventions.
C. Collect and validate patient assessment data.
D. Evaluate whether expected outcomes have been achieved.
Correct Answer:
C. Collect and validate patient assessment data.
Rationale:
Assessment is the initial step of the nursing process and provides the
information needed for clinical judgment and planning. Option A occurs
after assessment and nursing diagnosis or problem identification.
Option B is part of implementation and follows planning. Option D
occurs after interventions have been implemented.
Question 3
Which elements are essential when providing evidence-based nursing
care? Select all that apply.
A. Current best available evidence
B. Clinical expertise of the nurse
C. Patient preferences and values
D. Personal opinion of the most experienced nurse
E. Relevant patient-specific clinical findings
Correct Answer:
A, B, C, E
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best available evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences and values while applying the
evidence to the patient's circumstances. Option D is not sufficient by
3rd Edition
Making Connections to Practice
3rd Edition
Author(s)Janice Hoffman; Nancy Sullivan
TEST BANK
,
,Question 1
A medical-surgical nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a
hospitalized patient. Which action best demonstrates a patient-safety
competency?
A. Ask the patient to state the medication name before checking the
record.
B. Compare the medication label with the medication administration
record before administration.
C. Document the medication before giving it to the patient.
D. Ask another nurse to administer the medication without reviewing
the order.
Correct Answer:
B. Compare the medication label with the medication administration
record before administration.
Rationale:
Comparing the medication label with the medication administration
record is a basic medication-safety practice that helps prevent
administration errors. Option A may provide useful verification but does
not replace checking the order and medication record. Option C creates
a documentation error because the medication has not yet been
administered. Option D transfers responsibility without appropriate
verification.
Question 2
When applying the nursing process to a newly admitted patient, which
action should the nurse perform first?
, A. Develop measurable patient outcomes.
B. Implement prescribed nursing interventions.
C. Collect and validate patient assessment data.
D. Evaluate whether expected outcomes have been achieved.
Correct Answer:
C. Collect and validate patient assessment data.
Rationale:
Assessment is the initial step of the nursing process and provides the
information needed for clinical judgment and planning. Option A occurs
after assessment and nursing diagnosis or problem identification.
Option B is part of implementation and follows planning. Option D
occurs after interventions have been implemented.
Question 3
Which elements are essential when providing evidence-based nursing
care? Select all that apply.
A. Current best available evidence
B. Clinical expertise of the nurse
C. Patient preferences and values
D. Personal opinion of the most experienced nurse
E. Relevant patient-specific clinical findings
Correct Answer:
A, B, C, E
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best available evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences and values while applying the
evidence to the patient's circumstances. Option D is not sufficient by
