NSGA 142: Key Concepts In Nursing Exam 1
Review Questions With Accurate Answers
What are the four levels of priority in nursing care? - ANSWER Primary,
Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary
What is the significance of therapeutic communication in nursing? - ANSWER It
enhances patient-nurse communication and involves techniques like open-
ended questions.
What should nurses know about immunizations? - ANSWER Nurses should
understand the differences in immunizations and know when to administer them.
What are the two types of data used in the nursing process? - ANSWER
Subjective and Objective data.
What is the purpose of evidence-based practice in nursing? - ANSWER To
integrate clinical expertise with the best available research evidence.
What factors are considered in the social determinants of health? - ANSWER
Social, economic factors, religious practices, and belief systems.
What is the importance of empathy in caregiving? - ANSWER Empathy fosters
therapeutic relationships and enhances patient care.
What should nurses document regarding vital signs? - ANSWER Nurses should
know the normal ranges for vital signs and the rules for documenting them.
AAPIE - ANSWER Assessment
Analysis
Planning
Implementation
Evaluation
NCJMM - ANSWER recognize cues, analyze cues, prioritize hypotheses,
generate solutions, take action, evaluate outcomes
Tanners (NIRR) - ANSWER Noticing
Interpreting
Responding
Reflecting
, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) - ANSWER Combined best research evidence,
clinical expertise, and pt. values
Research - ANSWER The systematic study of materials and sources in order to
establish facts and reach new conclusions.
Non-Research - ANSWER opinion, standards, data, case study
Quantitative - ANSWER Measurable and Objective
Ex: BP reading after new med
Quantitative - ANSWER Quality and Subjective
Ex: pt. Interview on living w diabetes
Communication Techniques - ANSWER Infants: simple words
Adolescents: respect privacy, avoid judgment
Adults: open ended, active listening
Elder: speak clearly face to face , allow time, consider competence
Language barriers - ANSWER -Language/ culture differences
-Sensory deficits (hearing loss)
-Cognitive impairment
-Stress, anxiety, pain
-Nurse behaviors (interruptions, negative tone)
How can a nurse show active listening? - ANSWER Eye contact, silence,
reflecting back
Introduction Phase - ANSWER -Preparation (review pt chart, gather equipment,
ensure privacy)
-Initial Contact (knock, greet, introduce, prove ID)
-Establish Rapport (eye contact, explain purpose+procedure)
-Consent and comfort
-Orientation (outline what will happen, set expectations)
What is a health disparity - ANSWER a particular type of health difference that is
closely linked with social, economic, and/or environmental disadvantage
Contributors of SDOH - ANSWER Poverty, education, housing, racism,
environment, access to resources
Health Promotion - ANSWER Improves health and well being
Disease Prevention - ANSWER Detecting or stopping illness
Wellness - ANSWER an overall state of well-being or total health
Review Questions With Accurate Answers
What are the four levels of priority in nursing care? - ANSWER Primary,
Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary
What is the significance of therapeutic communication in nursing? - ANSWER It
enhances patient-nurse communication and involves techniques like open-
ended questions.
What should nurses know about immunizations? - ANSWER Nurses should
understand the differences in immunizations and know when to administer them.
What are the two types of data used in the nursing process? - ANSWER
Subjective and Objective data.
What is the purpose of evidence-based practice in nursing? - ANSWER To
integrate clinical expertise with the best available research evidence.
What factors are considered in the social determinants of health? - ANSWER
Social, economic factors, religious practices, and belief systems.
What is the importance of empathy in caregiving? - ANSWER Empathy fosters
therapeutic relationships and enhances patient care.
What should nurses document regarding vital signs? - ANSWER Nurses should
know the normal ranges for vital signs and the rules for documenting them.
AAPIE - ANSWER Assessment
Analysis
Planning
Implementation
Evaluation
NCJMM - ANSWER recognize cues, analyze cues, prioritize hypotheses,
generate solutions, take action, evaluate outcomes
Tanners (NIRR) - ANSWER Noticing
Interpreting
Responding
Reflecting
, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) - ANSWER Combined best research evidence,
clinical expertise, and pt. values
Research - ANSWER The systematic study of materials and sources in order to
establish facts and reach new conclusions.
Non-Research - ANSWER opinion, standards, data, case study
Quantitative - ANSWER Measurable and Objective
Ex: BP reading after new med
Quantitative - ANSWER Quality and Subjective
Ex: pt. Interview on living w diabetes
Communication Techniques - ANSWER Infants: simple words
Adolescents: respect privacy, avoid judgment
Adults: open ended, active listening
Elder: speak clearly face to face , allow time, consider competence
Language barriers - ANSWER -Language/ culture differences
-Sensory deficits (hearing loss)
-Cognitive impairment
-Stress, anxiety, pain
-Nurse behaviors (interruptions, negative tone)
How can a nurse show active listening? - ANSWER Eye contact, silence,
reflecting back
Introduction Phase - ANSWER -Preparation (review pt chart, gather equipment,
ensure privacy)
-Initial Contact (knock, greet, introduce, prove ID)
-Establish Rapport (eye contact, explain purpose+procedure)
-Consent and comfort
-Orientation (outline what will happen, set expectations)
What is a health disparity - ANSWER a particular type of health difference that is
closely linked with social, economic, and/or environmental disadvantage
Contributors of SDOH - ANSWER Poverty, education, housing, racism,
environment, access to resources
Health Promotion - ANSWER Improves health and well being
Disease Prevention - ANSWER Detecting or stopping illness
Wellness - ANSWER an overall state of well-being or total health
