NU 642
Clinical Decision Making for the
PNP
LATEST FINALS REVIEW
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. **Which of the following clinical decision-making models
emphasizes the use of evidence-based practice in pediatric care?**
A) Intuition Model
B) Analytic Model
C) Diagnostic Reasoning Model
D) Evidence-Based Model
**ANS: D**
*Rationale: The Evidence-Based Model integrates clinical
expertise with the best available research evidence and patient
values.*
2. **When evaluating a new onset rash in a pediatric patient, the
PNP should prioritize:**
A) Family history of allergies
B) Recent exposure to new foods or medications
C) Geographic location of patient’s residence
D) Patient’s growth chart
**ANS: B**
©2024/2025
, *Rationale: Recent exposure to potential allergens is critical for
diagnosing rashes related to allergic reactions.*
3. **The primary purpose of clinical practice guidelines in
pediatric care is to:**
A) Reduce healthcare costs
B) Provide step-by-step diagnostic criteria
C) Standardize care and improve outcomes
D) Facilitate communication among healthcare providers
**ANS: C**
*Rationale: Guidelines help ensure consistency and quality in
patient care by basing decisions on the best available evidence.*
4. **In a case of suspected child abuse, the PNP’s first course of
action should be to:**
A) Confront the parents with suspicions
B) Document findings thoroughly
C) Report to child protective services in accordance with state
laws
D) Seek a second opinion from a team member
**ANS: C**
©2024/2025
Clinical Decision Making for the
PNP
LATEST FINALS REVIEW
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. **Which of the following clinical decision-making models
emphasizes the use of evidence-based practice in pediatric care?**
A) Intuition Model
B) Analytic Model
C) Diagnostic Reasoning Model
D) Evidence-Based Model
**ANS: D**
*Rationale: The Evidence-Based Model integrates clinical
expertise with the best available research evidence and patient
values.*
2. **When evaluating a new onset rash in a pediatric patient, the
PNP should prioritize:**
A) Family history of allergies
B) Recent exposure to new foods or medications
C) Geographic location of patient’s residence
D) Patient’s growth chart
**ANS: B**
©2024/2025
, *Rationale: Recent exposure to potential allergens is critical for
diagnosing rashes related to allergic reactions.*
3. **The primary purpose of clinical practice guidelines in
pediatric care is to:**
A) Reduce healthcare costs
B) Provide step-by-step diagnostic criteria
C) Standardize care and improve outcomes
D) Facilitate communication among healthcare providers
**ANS: C**
*Rationale: Guidelines help ensure consistency and quality in
patient care by basing decisions on the best available evidence.*
4. **In a case of suspected child abuse, the PNP’s first course of
action should be to:**
A) Confront the parents with suspicions
B) Document findings thoroughly
C) Report to child protective services in accordance with state
laws
D) Seek a second opinion from a team member
**ANS: C**
©2024/2025
