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 nurse begins a shift on a medical-surgical unit. Which action best
demonstrates the nurse's responsibility for safe, patient-centered care?
A. Complete documentation after all patients have been assessed
B. Use the patient's stated goals and preferences when planning care
C. Follow the same care routine for every patient with the same
diagnosis
D. Ask the nursing assistant to explain the plan of care to the patient
Correct Answer:
B. Use the patient's stated goals and preferences when planning care
Rationale:
Patient-centered care incorporates the patient's preferences, values,
needs, and goals into care planning. Option A delays important
documentation and may compromise continuity. Option C ignores
individual differences among patients. Option D delegates
communication of the nursing plan to an individual who may not have
the scope or knowledge to provide comprehensive explanations.
Question 2
Which nursing action best reflects clinical judgment?
A. Completing tasks in the order they appear on the assignment sheet
B. Comparing current assessment findings with the patient's baseline
condition
C. Asking another nurse to make all decisions about patient care
, D. Administering medications without considering the patient's current
status
Correct Answer:
B. Comparing current assessment findings with the patient's baseline
condition
Rationale:
Clinical judgment involves recognizing meaningful changes, interpreting
information, and deciding what action is needed. Comparing current
findings with baseline data helps the nurse identify deterioration.
Option A focuses on task completion rather than patient needs. Option
C does not reflect independent nursing judgment. Option D ignores
important assessment information needed for safe care.
Question 3
A nurse wants to determine whether a clinical intervention is supported
by current research. Which resource should the nurse consult first?
A. A social media discussion posted by nurses
B. A personal opinion from an experienced coworker
C. A current peer-reviewed research article
D. An old study guide from nursing school
Correct Answer:
C. A current peer-reviewed research article
Rationale:
Peer-reviewed research provides stronger evidence for evidence-based
practice than informal opinions or social media discussions. Option A
3rd Edition
Making Connections to Practice
3rd Edition
Author(s)Janice Hoffman; Nancy Sullivan
TEST BANK
,
,Question 1
A nurse begins a shift on a medical-surgical unit. Which action best
demonstrates the nurse's responsibility for safe, patient-centered care?
A. Complete documentation after all patients have been assessed
B. Use the patient's stated goals and preferences when planning care
C. Follow the same care routine for every patient with the same
diagnosis
D. Ask the nursing assistant to explain the plan of care to the patient
Correct Answer:
B. Use the patient's stated goals and preferences when planning care
Rationale:
Patient-centered care incorporates the patient's preferences, values,
needs, and goals into care planning. Option A delays important
documentation and may compromise continuity. Option C ignores
individual differences among patients. Option D delegates
communication of the nursing plan to an individual who may not have
the scope or knowledge to provide comprehensive explanations.
Question 2
Which nursing action best reflects clinical judgment?
A. Completing tasks in the order they appear on the assignment sheet
B. Comparing current assessment findings with the patient's baseline
condition
C. Asking another nurse to make all decisions about patient care
, D. Administering medications without considering the patient's current
status
Correct Answer:
B. Comparing current assessment findings with the patient's baseline
condition
Rationale:
Clinical judgment involves recognizing meaningful changes, interpreting
information, and deciding what action is needed. Comparing current
findings with baseline data helps the nurse identify deterioration.
Option A focuses on task completion rather than patient needs. Option
C does not reflect independent nursing judgment. Option D ignores
important assessment information needed for safe care.
Question 3
A nurse wants to determine whether a clinical intervention is supported
by current research. Which resource should the nurse consult first?
A. A social media discussion posted by nurses
B. A personal opinion from an experienced coworker
C. A current peer-reviewed research article
D. An old study guide from nursing school
Correct Answer:
C. A current peer-reviewed research article
Rationale:
Peer-reviewed research provides stronger evidence for evidence-based
practice than informal opinions or social media discussions. Option A
