NUR 300 - Exam 1, Multiple Choice

You are reviewing assessment data of a 45 year old male patient and note pain of 8/10, labored breathing, and pale skin color on the electronic health record. This documentation is an example of: a) Hypothetical Reasoning b) Diagnostic Reasoning c) Data Cluster D) Signs and Symptoms - c) Data Cluster The concept of health and healing has evolved in recent years. Which is the best description of health? a) Health is the absence of disease b) Health is a dynamic process toward optimal functioning c) Health depends on an interaction of mind, body, and spirit within the environment d) Health is the prevention of disease - c) Health depends on an interaction of mind, body, and spirit within the environment Which would be included in the database for a new patient admission to a surgical unit? a) All subjective and objective data gathered by a health practitioner from a patient b) All objective data obtained from a patient through inspection, percussion, palpation, and auscultation c) A summary of a patient's record, including laboratory studies d) All subjective and objective, and data gathered from a patient and the results of any laboratory or diagnostic studies completed - d) All subjective and objective, and data gathered from a patient and the results of any laboratory or diagnostic studies completed A patient is in the emergency department with nausea and vomiting. Which would you include in the database? a) A complete health history and full physical examination b) A diet and GI history c) Previously identified problems d) Start collection of data in conjunction with lifesaving measures - b) A diet and GI history A patient has recently received health insurance and would like to know how often he should visit the provider. How do you respond? a) "It would be most efficient if you visit on an annual basis" b) "There is no recommendation for the frequency of health care visits" c) "Your visits may vary, depending on your level of wellness" d) "Your visits will be based on your preference" - c) "Your visits may vary, depending on your level of wellness" You are reviewing concepts related to steps in the nursing process for determining prioritization and developing patient outcomes. To what are these actions attributed? a) Planning b) Assessment c) Implementation d) Diagnosis - a) Planning Which best describes evidence based nursing practice? a) Combining clinical expertise with the use of nursing research to provide the best care for patients while considering the patient's values and circumstances