Exam 1: Health Assessment

The preceptor is reviewing a new nurse's goal statement of, "The client will resume normal bowel elimination patterns," created for the care plan of a client with irritable bowel syndrome. Which feedback should the preceptor provide the nurse?

The new nurse is reviewing a client's plan of care with the preceptor. Which statement made by the nurse should the preceptor be concerned with?

The nurse is reviewing a client's medical records. Which should the nurse recognize as subjective data?

During a physical assessment of a client, the nurse notes wheezing and documents the findings in the medical record. Which phase of critical thinking is represented by the nurse's actions?

The nurse is caring for a client who is recovering from abdominal surgery. Which goal should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?

The nurse is evaluating the plan of care and notes that none of the goals have been met for the client with impaired gas exchange. Which action should the nurse take?

A client with a self-reported history of type 2 diabetes mellitus and an ulcer wound on the left foot states to the nurse, "I am healthy, I don't know why I have to be here to get a check-up." Which statement by the nurse is the most appropriate?

The nurse is obtaining an admission assessment. Which should the nurse document as subjective data? Select all that apply.

The nurse is conducting a workshop on wellness and health promotion using the initiatives of Healthy People 2020. After the session, which statement by a participant indicates an understanding of the initiatives?

The nurse is admitting a client to the unit. Which should the nurse consider when regarding the confidentiality of the client?

The nurse is preparing to provide teaching to a client at risk for diabetes. During which time should the nurse recognize is the most effective moment for teaching?

The nurse is reviewing a client's care plan. Which part of the nursing process should the nurse use to determine if new problems exist?

The nurse administrator is explaining their role to a new nurse. Which statement made by the new nurse indicates further teaching is required?

The nurse is caring for a newly admitted client with Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). Which goals should the nurse include in the initial health assessment? Select all that apply.

The nurse is reviewing the client's record for reports of pain. Which should the nurse consider subjective data? Select all that apply.

The nurse is preparing to conduct a focused interview on an older adult client who is being admitted for a urinary tract infection (UTI). Which initial action should the nurse take?

The nurse is reviewing the role of the nurse practitioner. Which should the nurse recognize is the primary role?

Which should the nurse understand is the main focus of the Agency for Health Research and Quality?

The nurse is evaluating the risk factors for health disparity. Which social determinant should the nurse consider places the clients in the community at risk?

The nurse is reviewing the advanced practice roles of the nurse. Which should the nurse recognize as the primary responsibility of the clinical nurse specialist?