Exam #1 - NURS 152 Questions With Complete Solutions
Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) Correct Answers also known as
a side-effect, an undesirable reaction that accompanies the
principal response for which the drug was taken:
rash, inflammation, swelling (allergic reactions), indigestion
antagonistic drugs Correct Answers inhibit a neurotransmitter's
effect
Apply basic principles of diagnostic reasoning to identify actual
and potential problems in clinical settings. Correct Answers
Assess temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
accurately. Correct Answers You can do it!
Assess your capacity for competent, responsible, caring practice.
Correct Answers
CDC recommendations for infectious diseases Correct Answers
Immediate management of the exposure site—wash the exposed
area immediately with warm water and soap, flush mucous
membranes, or irrigate eyes
Immediate, detailed report of the incident to the facility, with
likely completion of an incident or injury report Baseline testing
of the source person first, with permission, to determine HCV
(Hepatitis C), HBV (Hepatitis B), and HIV status (rapid HIV Ab
testing preferred)
Baseline testing of the exposed person indicated with positive
results from the source person; note if the exposed person is
,considered immune to HBV with documented positive titer and
requires no further testing or follow-up
Postexposure prophylaxis (PEP), if recommended
Follow-up testing as recommended—can be at 6 weeks, 3 or 4
months, 6 months, and/or 12 months, depending on the exposure
Counseling sessions regarding safe practices to protect self and
others
Chemical restraints Correct Answers medications, such as an
anti-psychotic, that are used to manage a client's behavior or
freedom of movement (sedatives)
Compare and contrast admission of a patient to an ambulatory
care setting and a hospital setting. Correct Answers
Compare and contrast factors that increase or decrease body
temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure. Correct
Answers medications
outdoors heat/cold
anxiety/fear
Compare and contrast settings and facilities that provide health
care. Correct Answers
Compare and contrast the principle-based and care-based
approaches to bioethics. Correct Answers
Compare and contrast these health care delivery systems: health
care providers and hospitals, multispecialty practice groups,
community health centers, prepaid group practices, accountable
,care organizations, medical homes, and medical neighborhoods.
Correct Answers
Contrast three approaches to problem solving. Correct Answers
Define "law" and describe four sources of laws. Correct
Answers
Define and describe the purpose of five types of nursing
assessments. Correct Answers INITIAL ASSESSMENT
Performed shortly after pt admitted to a healthcare facility
Purpose: establish a complete database for problem
identification and care planning
FOCUSED ASSESSMENT
May be done during initial assessment, also part of ongoing data
collection
Purpose: gathers data about a specific problem that's already
been identified
EMERGENCY ASSESSMENT
When pt presents w/ a physiologic or psychological crisis
Purpose: identify life-threatening problems
TIME-LAPSED ASSESSMENT
Scheduled
Purpose: compares pt's current status to baseline data obtained
earlier
Patient-Centered Assessment Method (PCAM):
Tool providers use to assess pt complexity using SDHs
Helps gain understanding of pt's health and well-being, social
environment and health literacy & communication skills
, Define the term nursing diagnosis, distinguishing it from a
collaborative problem and a medical diagnosis. Correct
Answers
Demonstrate knowledge of the normal ranges for temperature,
pulse, respirations, and blood pressure across the life span.
Correct Answers AgeTemperature (°C)Pulse
(beats/min)Respirations (breaths/min)Blood Pressure (mm Hg)
Newborn: T36.8 (Axillary), P80-180, R30-80, BP73/55
1-3 yr: T37.7 (Rectal), P80-140, R20-40, BP90/55
6-8 yr: T37, P75-120, R15-25, BP95/75
10 yr. : T37, P75-110, R15-25, BP102/62
Teens: T37, P60-100, R15-20, BP102/80
Adults: T37, P60-100, R12-20, BP120/80
above 70 yr: T36(Oral), P60-100, R15-20 BP120/80
Describe areas in which beginning nurses can develop
leadership skills. Correct Answers
Describe basic principles of pharmacology, including drug
nomenclature and types of drug preparations. Correct Answers
Describe collaborative practice. Correct Answers
Describe each element of thoughtful, person-centered practice:
the nurse's personal attributes, knowledge base, and blended and
QSEN competencies; clinical reasoning, judgment, and decision
making; person-centered nursing process; and reflective practice
leading to personal learning. Correct Answers
Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) Correct Answers also known as
a side-effect, an undesirable reaction that accompanies the
principal response for which the drug was taken:
rash, inflammation, swelling (allergic reactions), indigestion
antagonistic drugs Correct Answers inhibit a neurotransmitter's
effect
Apply basic principles of diagnostic reasoning to identify actual
and potential problems in clinical settings. Correct Answers
Assess temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
accurately. Correct Answers You can do it!
Assess your capacity for competent, responsible, caring practice.
Correct Answers
CDC recommendations for infectious diseases Correct Answers
Immediate management of the exposure site—wash the exposed
area immediately with warm water and soap, flush mucous
membranes, or irrigate eyes
Immediate, detailed report of the incident to the facility, with
likely completion of an incident or injury report Baseline testing
of the source person first, with permission, to determine HCV
(Hepatitis C), HBV (Hepatitis B), and HIV status (rapid HIV Ab
testing preferred)
Baseline testing of the exposed person indicated with positive
results from the source person; note if the exposed person is
,considered immune to HBV with documented positive titer and
requires no further testing or follow-up
Postexposure prophylaxis (PEP), if recommended
Follow-up testing as recommended—can be at 6 weeks, 3 or 4
months, 6 months, and/or 12 months, depending on the exposure
Counseling sessions regarding safe practices to protect self and
others
Chemical restraints Correct Answers medications, such as an
anti-psychotic, that are used to manage a client's behavior or
freedom of movement (sedatives)
Compare and contrast admission of a patient to an ambulatory
care setting and a hospital setting. Correct Answers
Compare and contrast factors that increase or decrease body
temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure. Correct
Answers medications
outdoors heat/cold
anxiety/fear
Compare and contrast settings and facilities that provide health
care. Correct Answers
Compare and contrast the principle-based and care-based
approaches to bioethics. Correct Answers
Compare and contrast these health care delivery systems: health
care providers and hospitals, multispecialty practice groups,
community health centers, prepaid group practices, accountable
,care organizations, medical homes, and medical neighborhoods.
Correct Answers
Contrast three approaches to problem solving. Correct Answers
Define "law" and describe four sources of laws. Correct
Answers
Define and describe the purpose of five types of nursing
assessments. Correct Answers INITIAL ASSESSMENT
Performed shortly after pt admitted to a healthcare facility
Purpose: establish a complete database for problem
identification and care planning
FOCUSED ASSESSMENT
May be done during initial assessment, also part of ongoing data
collection
Purpose: gathers data about a specific problem that's already
been identified
EMERGENCY ASSESSMENT
When pt presents w/ a physiologic or psychological crisis
Purpose: identify life-threatening problems
TIME-LAPSED ASSESSMENT
Scheduled
Purpose: compares pt's current status to baseline data obtained
earlier
Patient-Centered Assessment Method (PCAM):
Tool providers use to assess pt complexity using SDHs
Helps gain understanding of pt's health and well-being, social
environment and health literacy & communication skills
, Define the term nursing diagnosis, distinguishing it from a
collaborative problem and a medical diagnosis. Correct
Answers
Demonstrate knowledge of the normal ranges for temperature,
pulse, respirations, and blood pressure across the life span.
Correct Answers AgeTemperature (°C)Pulse
(beats/min)Respirations (breaths/min)Blood Pressure (mm Hg)
Newborn: T36.8 (Axillary), P80-180, R30-80, BP73/55
1-3 yr: T37.7 (Rectal), P80-140, R20-40, BP90/55
6-8 yr: T37, P75-120, R15-25, BP95/75
10 yr. : T37, P75-110, R15-25, BP102/62
Teens: T37, P60-100, R15-20, BP102/80
Adults: T37, P60-100, R12-20, BP120/80
above 70 yr: T36(Oral), P60-100, R15-20 BP120/80
Describe areas in which beginning nurses can develop
leadership skills. Correct Answers
Describe basic principles of pharmacology, including drug
nomenclature and types of drug preparations. Correct Answers
Describe collaborative practice. Correct Answers
Describe each element of thoughtful, person-centered practice:
the nurse's personal attributes, knowledge base, and blended and
QSEN competencies; clinical reasoning, judgment, and decision
making; person-centered nursing process; and reflective practice
leading to personal learning. Correct Answers
