N316- Final Exam Practice Questions with correct
answers
Which of the following characteristics do the various definitions of
critical thinking have in common? Critical thinking
1)Requires reasoned thought
2)Asks the questions "why?" or "how?"
3)Is a hierarchical process
4)Demands specialized thinking skills Correct Answer-ANS: 1
The definitions listed in the text as well as definitions in Box 2-1 state
that critical thinking requires reasoning or reasoned thinking. Critical
thinking is neither linear nor hierarchical. That means that the steps
involved in critical thinking are not necessarily sequential, where
mastery of one step is necessary to proceed to the next. Critical thinking
is a purposeful, dynamic, analytic process that contributes to reasoned
decisions and sound contextual judgments.
Which statement best describes theology?
1)
,Discussions and theories related to God and His relation to the world
2)
Doctrines about the human soul and its relation to eternal life
3)
A life-long journey involving accumulation of experience and
understanding
4)
Codes of conduct that integrate beliefs and values Correct Answer-ANS:
1
Theology is best described as discussions and theories related to God
and His relation to the world. Eschatology includes doctrines about the
human soul and its relation to death, judgment, and eternal life.
Spirituality is considered a lifelong journey. Religion provides codes of
conduct that integrate beliefs and values.
PTS:1DIF:ModerateREF:p. 339
KEY: Nursing process: N/A | Client need: PSI | Cognitive level: Recall
,What is the role of the Joint Commission in regard to patient
assessment? The Joint Commission
1)States what assessments are collected by individuals with different
credentials
2)Regulates the time frames for when assessments should be completed
3)Identifies how data are to be collected and documented
4)Sets standards for what and when to assess the patients Correct
Answer-ANS: 4
A fatherless, 11-year-old African American girl lives with her
grandmother after the death of her mother. Her older stepbrother is very
involved in her life. How should the community health nurse view this
family constellation, and why?
A. Abnormal; the grandmother should be concerned with issues other
than childrearing.
B. Abnormal; a two-parent household is the most advantageous
arrangement for parenting.
C. Normal; cultural variations exist in the family life cycle.
D. Normal; because of their wisdom, older adults make better parenting
figures. Correct Answer-ANS: C
, The nurse should be aware that cultural differences and specific events
may lead to variety in family constellations. This is normal.
KEY: Cognitive Level: Application | Integrated Processes: Nursing
Process: Assessment | Client Need: Psychosocial Integrity
A pregnant 15-year-old girl presents to the emergency department (ED)
of the local private hospital. She has been transported by her mother and
appears to be in active labor. The girl is crying uncontrollably and says
she is scared and experiencing painful contractions. Her mother states,
"We don't have any money or insurance, but this hospital is closer than
the public hospital, and she needs help now." What is the first step that
the ED staff should take?
1)Arrange for an ambulance to transport her to the nearest public
hospital.
2)Explain to the girl and her mother that the hospital only accepts
patients who can pay the hospital bill.
3)Examine her to determine if her condition is stable or if she requires
immediate medical attention.
4)Inform her mother that she will need to transport her daughter to the
nearest public hospital. Correct Answer-ANS: 3
answers
Which of the following characteristics do the various definitions of
critical thinking have in common? Critical thinking
1)Requires reasoned thought
2)Asks the questions "why?" or "how?"
3)Is a hierarchical process
4)Demands specialized thinking skills Correct Answer-ANS: 1
The definitions listed in the text as well as definitions in Box 2-1 state
that critical thinking requires reasoning or reasoned thinking. Critical
thinking is neither linear nor hierarchical. That means that the steps
involved in critical thinking are not necessarily sequential, where
mastery of one step is necessary to proceed to the next. Critical thinking
is a purposeful, dynamic, analytic process that contributes to reasoned
decisions and sound contextual judgments.
Which statement best describes theology?
1)
,Discussions and theories related to God and His relation to the world
2)
Doctrines about the human soul and its relation to eternal life
3)
A life-long journey involving accumulation of experience and
understanding
4)
Codes of conduct that integrate beliefs and values Correct Answer-ANS:
1
Theology is best described as discussions and theories related to God
and His relation to the world. Eschatology includes doctrines about the
human soul and its relation to death, judgment, and eternal life.
Spirituality is considered a lifelong journey. Religion provides codes of
conduct that integrate beliefs and values.
PTS:1DIF:ModerateREF:p. 339
KEY: Nursing process: N/A | Client need: PSI | Cognitive level: Recall
,What is the role of the Joint Commission in regard to patient
assessment? The Joint Commission
1)States what assessments are collected by individuals with different
credentials
2)Regulates the time frames for when assessments should be completed
3)Identifies how data are to be collected and documented
4)Sets standards for what and when to assess the patients Correct
Answer-ANS: 4
A fatherless, 11-year-old African American girl lives with her
grandmother after the death of her mother. Her older stepbrother is very
involved in her life. How should the community health nurse view this
family constellation, and why?
A. Abnormal; the grandmother should be concerned with issues other
than childrearing.
B. Abnormal; a two-parent household is the most advantageous
arrangement for parenting.
C. Normal; cultural variations exist in the family life cycle.
D. Normal; because of their wisdom, older adults make better parenting
figures. Correct Answer-ANS: C
, The nurse should be aware that cultural differences and specific events
may lead to variety in family constellations. This is normal.
KEY: Cognitive Level: Application | Integrated Processes: Nursing
Process: Assessment | Client Need: Psychosocial Integrity
A pregnant 15-year-old girl presents to the emergency department (ED)
of the local private hospital. She has been transported by her mother and
appears to be in active labor. The girl is crying uncontrollably and says
she is scared and experiencing painful contractions. Her mother states,
"We don't have any money or insurance, but this hospital is closer than
the public hospital, and she needs help now." What is the first step that
the ED staff should take?
1)Arrange for an ambulance to transport her to the nearest public
hospital.
2)Explain to the girl and her mother that the hospital only accepts
patients who can pay the hospital bill.
3)Examine her to determine if her condition is stable or if she requires
immediate medical attention.
4)Inform her mother that she will need to transport her daughter to the
nearest public hospital. Correct Answer-ANS: 3
