NR 599 Week 4 Midterm Exam |VERIFIED SOLUTIONS

NR 599 Week 4 Midterm Exam |VERIFIED SOLUTIONS --- **Question 1** The nurse recognizes nursing informatics as a specialized field of practice through which statement? (CO 7) - The use of information and computer technology as a tool to process information to support all areas of nursing, including practice, education, administration, and research. - There is a need for nursing informatics interests to gain representation by work groups and organizations within the United States. - A formal educational program at the master's level must be completed before a nurse is eligible to sit for the credentialing examination. - As a differentiated practice, nursing informatics is focused upon the client, the environment, health, and the nurse. **Question 2** Which statement by the nurse confirms that they are "information literate"? (CO 1) - "I understand how to search for a website and evaluate its usefulness for health care needs." - "I can use software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations." - "I utilize databases in the health care setting to input client information such as skin condition." - "I use email over the Internet to correspond with clients and provide information." **Question 3** The nurse collects a lot of data when caring for clients. Which example represents higher-level "information" useful in client care? (CO 1) - After receiving Rocephin (ceftriaxone sodium) 1.0 gram IV yesterday, the client reported feeling better today. - The client is a widowed 64-year-old black male admitted with prostatitis. - The vital signs are BP of 130/70, HR of 88, RR of 24, temperature of 98.8 degrees F., and oxygen saturation of 98%. - Lab work results include an electrolyte panel and complete blood count with differential. **Question 4** Which statement best differentiates between information literacy and computer literacy? (CO 1) - Information literacy forms the basis for ongoing learning whereas computer literacy refers to familiarity with the use of personal computers. - Information literacy is unnecessary in health care whereas computer literacy provides the basis for computer order entry. - A nurse can extrapolate data with computer literacy and not information skills. - Information literacy is the foundation of the EHR whereas computer literacy helps the nurse to access data. **Question 5**