, NU 131: Nursing and Healthcare I —
Weeks 1-4 Exam Questions and Answers
2026/2027 Update
Question 1
Which phase of the nursing process involves collecting
subjective and objective patient data?
A. Diagnosis
B. Assessment
C. Planning
D. Evaluation
Correct Answer: B. Assessment
Rationale
The assessment phase is the first step of the nursing process
(ADPIE). During assessment, the nurse gathers information
through observation, physical examination, interviews, medical
records, and diagnostic results.
A. Diagnosis – Incorrect. Diagnosis involves analyzing
assessment data to identify actual or potential health
problems.
B. Assessment – Correct. Data collection occurs during this
phase.
C. Planning – Incorrect. Planning involves setting goals and
selecting nursing interventions.
, D. Evaluation – Incorrect. Evaluation determines whether
patient goals have been achieved.
Question 2
A patient tells the nurse, "My pain is an 8 out of 10." This
statement is considered:
A. Objective data
B. Subjective data
C. A nursing diagnosis
D. An expected outcome
Correct Answer: B. Subjective data
Rationale
Subjective data are information reported directly by the patient
that cannot be independently measured.
A. Objective data – Incorrect. Objective data are measurable
observations such as vital signs.
B. Subjective data – Correct. Pain ratings are based on the
patient's perception.
C. Nursing diagnosis – Incorrect. This is assessment data,
not a diagnosis.
, D. Expected outcome – Incorrect. Outcomes describe desired
patient goals.
Question 3
Which organization establishes the Code of Ethics for Nurses in
the United States?
A. CDC
B. OSHA
C. American Nurses Association (ANA)
D. Joint Commission
Correct Answer: C. American Nurses Association (ANA)
Rationale
The ANA publishes the Code of Ethics, which guides nurses in
professional practice and ethical decision-making.
A. CDC – Develops disease prevention guidelines.
B. OSHA – Regulates workplace safety.
C. ANA – Correct. Publishes the Code of Ethics for Nurses.
D. Joint Commission – Accredits healthcare organizations.
Weeks 1-4 Exam Questions and Answers
2026/2027 Update
Question 1
Which phase of the nursing process involves collecting
subjective and objective patient data?
A. Diagnosis
B. Assessment
C. Planning
D. Evaluation
Correct Answer: B. Assessment
Rationale
The assessment phase is the first step of the nursing process
(ADPIE). During assessment, the nurse gathers information
through observation, physical examination, interviews, medical
records, and diagnostic results.
A. Diagnosis – Incorrect. Diagnosis involves analyzing
assessment data to identify actual or potential health
problems.
B. Assessment – Correct. Data collection occurs during this
phase.
C. Planning – Incorrect. Planning involves setting goals and
selecting nursing interventions.
, D. Evaluation – Incorrect. Evaluation determines whether
patient goals have been achieved.
Question 2
A patient tells the nurse, "My pain is an 8 out of 10." This
statement is considered:
A. Objective data
B. Subjective data
C. A nursing diagnosis
D. An expected outcome
Correct Answer: B. Subjective data
Rationale
Subjective data are information reported directly by the patient
that cannot be independently measured.
A. Objective data – Incorrect. Objective data are measurable
observations such as vital signs.
B. Subjective data – Correct. Pain ratings are based on the
patient's perception.
C. Nursing diagnosis – Incorrect. This is assessment data,
not a diagnosis.
, D. Expected outcome – Incorrect. Outcomes describe desired
patient goals.
Question 3
Which organization establishes the Code of Ethics for Nurses in
the United States?
A. CDC
B. OSHA
C. American Nurses Association (ANA)
D. Joint Commission
Correct Answer: C. American Nurses Association (ANA)
Rationale
The ANA publishes the Code of Ethics, which guides nurses in
professional practice and ethical decision-making.
A. CDC – Develops disease prevention guidelines.
B. OSHA – Regulates workplace safety.
C. ANA – Correct. Publishes the Code of Ethics for Nurses.
D. Joint Commission – Accredits healthcare organizations.
