Question 1

The nurse explains that the main cost containment component of diagnosis-related groups (DRGs)is that:

Accepted Answer

A) hospitals focus only on the specific diagnosis. 
B) hospitals treat and discharge patients quickly. 
C) reduced-cost drugs are ordered for the specific diagnosis. 
D) diagnostic group classification streamlines care. 
A) hospitals focus only on the specific diagnosis. 
B) hospitals treat and discharge patients quickly. 
C) reduced-cost drugs are ordered for the specific diagnosis. 
D) diagnostic group classification streamlines care.

Question 2

The patient furiously says,"My doctor was so busy giving me instructions that he didn't hear what I was trying to ask him." The most empathetic response would be:

Accepted Answer

A) "Boy! When people do that to me, I really get mad." 
B) "I'm sure the doctor was rushed and unaware of your needs." 
C) "I'll bet that made you feel very frustrated." 
D) "Take a deep breath and plan what you will say to him tomorrow." 
A) "Boy! When people do that to me, I really get mad." 
B) "I'm sure the doctor was rushed and unaware of your needs." 
C) "I'll bet that made you feel very frustrated." 
D) "Take a deep breath and plan what you will say to him tomorrow."

Question 3

The most effective nursing approach in caring for a depressed 80-year-old newly admitted resident to a long-term care facility would be to:

Accepted Answer

A) encourage the resident to engage in an activity. 
B) remind the resident of reasons to be positive. 
C) point out episodes of negative behavior. 
D) present a bright and cheerful behavior. 
A) encourage the resident to engage in an activity. 
B) remind the resident of reasons to be positive. 
C) point out episodes of negative behavior. 
D) present a bright and cheerful behavior.

Question 4

The patient complains to the nurse that he is confused about his "deductible" that he owes the hospital.The nurse explains that the deductible is a(n):

Accepted Answer

A) amount of money put aside for the payment of future medical bills. 
B) one-time fee for service. 
C) amount of money deducted from the bill by the insurance company. 
D) annual amount of money the patient must pay out-of-pocket for medical care. 
A) amount of money put aside for the payment of future medical bills. 
B) one-time fee for service. 
C) amount of money deducted from the bill by the insurance company. 
D) annual amount of money the patient must pay out-of-pocket for medical care.

Question 5

The nurse who plans interventions for all dimensions of the patient's life is practicing _____ care.

Accepted Answer

A) focused 
B) general 
C) directed 
D) holistic 
A) focused 
B) general 
C) directed 
D) holistic

Question 6

The LPN/LVN clarifies that the role of the LPN/LVN,regardless of employment placement,is to: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) uphold clinical standards. 
B) educate patients. 
C) communicate effectively. 
D) collaborate with the health care team. 
E) initiate a care plan immediately after admission. 
A) uphold clinical standards. 
B) educate patients. 
C) communicate effectively. 
D) collaborate with the health care team. 
E) initiate a care plan immediately after admission.

Question 7

Following an in-service regarding cost containment within the health care facility,the LPN/LVN demonstrates understanding by: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A) telling patients that they must limit the amount of supplies they use. 
B) asking the UAP to be sure to correctly charge for patient care items. 
C) using only necessary items for patient care. 
D) using and charging for extra patient care items that the patient may take home upon discharge. 
E) documenting supplies used for patients in their patient care record. 
A) telling patients that they must limit the amount of supplies they use. 
B) asking the UAP to be sure to correctly charge for patient care items. 
C) using only necessary items for patient care. 
D) using and charging for extra patient care items that the patient may take home upon discharge. 
E) documenting supplies used for patients in their patient care record.

Exam 1: Caring for Medical surgical Patients

The nurse explains that the main cost containment component of diagnosis-related groups (DRGs)is that:

The patient furiously says,"My doctor was so busy giving me instructions that he didn't hear what I was trying to ask him." The most empathetic response would be:

The most effective nursing approach in caring for a depressed 80-year-old newly admitted resident to a long-term care facility would be to:

The patient complains to the nurse that he is confused about his "deductible" that he owes the hospital.The nurse explains that the deductible is a(n):

The nurse who plans interventions for all dimensions of the patient's life is practicing _____ care.

The LPN/LVN clarifies that the role of the LPN/LVN,regardless of employment placement,is to: (Select all that apply.)

Following an in-service regarding cost containment within the health care facility,the LPN/LVN demonstrates understanding by: (Select all that apply.)

Critical Thinking and Nursing Process

Fluid, electrolytes, acid-base Balance, and Intravenous Therapy

Care of Preoperative and Intraoperative Surgical Patients

Care of Postoperative Surgical Patients

Infection Prevention and Control

Care of Patients With Pain

Care of Patients With Cancer

Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation

the Immune and Lymphatic Systems

Care of Patient With Hiv/aids

Care of Patients With Immune and Lymphatic Disorders

the Respiratory System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Upper Respiratory System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System

the Hematologic System

Care of Patients With Hematologic Disorders

the Cardiovascular System

Care of Patients With Hypertension and Peripheral Vascular Disease

Care of Patients With Cardiac Disorders

Care of Patients With Coronary Artery Disease and Cardiac Surgery

the Neurologic System

Care of Patients With Head and Spinal Cord Injuries

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Brain

Care of Patients With Peripheral Nerve and Degenerative Neurologic Disorders

the Sensory System: Eye and Ear

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Eyes and Ears

the Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Lower Gastrointestinal System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Gallbladder,liver,and Pancreas

the Musculoskeletal System

Care of Patients With Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders

the Urinary System

Care of Patients With Disorders of the Urinary System

the Endocrine System

Care of Patients With Pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders

Care of Patients With Diabetes and Hypoglycemia

Care of Women With Reproductive Disorders

Care of Men With Reproductive Disorders

Care of Patients With Sexually Transmitted Infections

the Integumentary System

Care of Patients With Integumentary Disorders and Burns

Care of Patients in Disasters or Bioterrorism Attack

Care of Patients With Trauma or Shock

Care of Patients With Anxiety, mood, and Eating Disorders

Care of Patients With Substance Abuse Disorders

Care of Patients With Cognitive Disorders

Care of Patients With Thought and Personality Disorders

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