TEST BANK FOR LEWIS MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING,
12TH EDITION
Admission Database - (ANSWER)A collection of information used to develop a plan of care and
discharge goals with the patient's input.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) - (ANSWER)The use of the best research-based evidence
combined with clinician expertise and consideration of patient preferences.
Nursing Process - (ANSWER)A problem-solving tool used to identify and manage patients'
health care needs.
Assessment Phase - (ANSWER)The phase where the nurse gathers information about the patient
to diagnose patient strengths and problems.
Evaluation Phase - (ANSWER)The phase that determines whether the desired patient outcomes
have been met and whether the nursing interventions were appropriate.
Patient Outcomes - (ANSWER)The measurable results that indicate the effectiveness of nursing
interventions.
Nursing Interventions - (ANSWER)Actions taken by nurses to improve patient health outcomes.
Hypovolemia - (ANSWER)A condition characterized by a deficiency of blood volume, often due
to excessive fluid loss.
Clinical Judgment - (ANSWER)The nurse's ability to make decisions based on patient data,
experience, and evidence.
Patient Care - (ANSWER)The services provided to patients to maintain or improve their health.
,Nursing Theory - (ANSWER)A framework that guides nursing practice and helps to understand
patient care.
Data Analysis - (ANSWER)The process of evaluating data to determine the effectiveness of
patient care.
Patient Preferences - (ANSWER)The individual choices and values of patients that should be
considered in their care.
Biopsychosocial Nature - (ANSWER)An approach that considers biological, psychological, and
social factors in patient care.
Patient Strengths - (ANSWER)Positive attributes and resources that patients possess to aid in
their recovery.
Health Problems - (ANSWER)Conditions that negatively affect a patient's physical or mental
well-being.
Fluid Intake - (ANSWER)The amount of fluids consumed by a patient, which is crucial for
maintaining hydration.
Patient Education - (ANSWER)The process of teaching patients about their health conditions
and care plans.
Child Care Arrangements - (ANSWER)Plans made for the care of children while a parent is
hospitalized or otherwise occupied.
Patient Comfort - (ANSWER)The state of physical and emotional well-being of a patient during
care.
Clinical Expertise - (ANSWER)The specialized knowledge and skills that a clinician has
acquired through experience.
, Nursing Care Plan - (ANSWER)A detailed outline of the nursing interventions and patient goals
for care.
Patient Assessment - (ANSWER)The systematic collection of patient data to inform care
decisions.
Health Record - (ANSWER)A comprehensive document that contains a patient's medical history
and care details.
Patient Safety - (ANSWER)The prevention of errors and adverse effects associated with patient
care.
Collaboration in Nursing - (ANSWER)Working together with other healthcare professionals to
provide optimal patient care.
Patient-Centered Care - (ANSWER)An approach that respects and responds to individual patient
preferences, needs, and values.
Bacterial Infection - (ANSWER)An infection caused by bacteria, which can lead to various
health complications.
Diaphoresis - (ANSWER)Excessive sweating, often associated with fever or illness.
Clinical Problem Statement - (ANSWER)Includes problem, causes, signs, and symptoms.
Nursing Diagnosis - (ANSWER)Subjective and objective data supporting patient issues.
Assistive Personnel (AP) - (ANSWER)Can measure vital signs like blood pressure.
Scope of Practice - (ANSWER)Defines tasks appropriate for each nursing role.
12TH EDITION
Admission Database - (ANSWER)A collection of information used to develop a plan of care and
discharge goals with the patient's input.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) - (ANSWER)The use of the best research-based evidence
combined with clinician expertise and consideration of patient preferences.
Nursing Process - (ANSWER)A problem-solving tool used to identify and manage patients'
health care needs.
Assessment Phase - (ANSWER)The phase where the nurse gathers information about the patient
to diagnose patient strengths and problems.
Evaluation Phase - (ANSWER)The phase that determines whether the desired patient outcomes
have been met and whether the nursing interventions were appropriate.
Patient Outcomes - (ANSWER)The measurable results that indicate the effectiveness of nursing
interventions.
Nursing Interventions - (ANSWER)Actions taken by nurses to improve patient health outcomes.
Hypovolemia - (ANSWER)A condition characterized by a deficiency of blood volume, often due
to excessive fluid loss.
Clinical Judgment - (ANSWER)The nurse's ability to make decisions based on patient data,
experience, and evidence.
Patient Care - (ANSWER)The services provided to patients to maintain or improve their health.
,Nursing Theory - (ANSWER)A framework that guides nursing practice and helps to understand
patient care.
Data Analysis - (ANSWER)The process of evaluating data to determine the effectiveness of
patient care.
Patient Preferences - (ANSWER)The individual choices and values of patients that should be
considered in their care.
Biopsychosocial Nature - (ANSWER)An approach that considers biological, psychological, and
social factors in patient care.
Patient Strengths - (ANSWER)Positive attributes and resources that patients possess to aid in
their recovery.
Health Problems - (ANSWER)Conditions that negatively affect a patient's physical or mental
well-being.
Fluid Intake - (ANSWER)The amount of fluids consumed by a patient, which is crucial for
maintaining hydration.
Patient Education - (ANSWER)The process of teaching patients about their health conditions
and care plans.
Child Care Arrangements - (ANSWER)Plans made for the care of children while a parent is
hospitalized or otherwise occupied.
Patient Comfort - (ANSWER)The state of physical and emotional well-being of a patient during
care.
Clinical Expertise - (ANSWER)The specialized knowledge and skills that a clinician has
acquired through experience.
, Nursing Care Plan - (ANSWER)A detailed outline of the nursing interventions and patient goals
for care.
Patient Assessment - (ANSWER)The systematic collection of patient data to inform care
decisions.
Health Record - (ANSWER)A comprehensive document that contains a patient's medical history
and care details.
Patient Safety - (ANSWER)The prevention of errors and adverse effects associated with patient
care.
Collaboration in Nursing - (ANSWER)Working together with other healthcare professionals to
provide optimal patient care.
Patient-Centered Care - (ANSWER)An approach that respects and responds to individual patient
preferences, needs, and values.
Bacterial Infection - (ANSWER)An infection caused by bacteria, which can lead to various
health complications.
Diaphoresis - (ANSWER)Excessive sweating, often associated with fever or illness.
Clinical Problem Statement - (ANSWER)Includes problem, causes, signs, and symptoms.
Nursing Diagnosis - (ANSWER)Subjective and objective data supporting patient issues.
Assistive Personnel (AP) - (ANSWER)Can measure vital signs like blood pressure.
Scope of Practice - (ANSWER)Defines tasks appropriate for each nursing role.
