Question 1

The order in which the nursing process is approached is:

Accepted Answer

A)  planning, assessment, implementation, nursing diagnosis, evaluation. 
B)  nursing diagnosis, evaluation, assessment, implementation, planning. 
C)  assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation. 
D)  evaluation, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, assessment. 
A)  planning, assessment, implementation, nursing diagnosis, evaluation. 
B)  nursing diagnosis, evaluation, assessment, implementation, planning. 
C)  assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation. 
D)  evaluation, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, assessment.

Question 2

When a nurse prioritizes the patient care, consideration is given to:

Accepted Answer

A)  completing assessments before mid-shift. 
B)  considering situations that may result in an alteration of health. 
C)  assuming all health care activities for a group of patients. 
D)  identifying who can assist with the aspect of care. 
A)  completing assessments before mid-shift. 
B)  considering situations that may result in an alteration of health. 
C)  assuming all health care activities for a group of patients. 
D)  identifying who can assist with the aspect of care.

Question 3

The effect of using a scientific problem-solving approach in nursing care will cause decision making to be:

Accepted Answer

A)  slowed down considerably by the multiple steps. 
B)  rigid and nonpatient oriented. 
C)  improved nursing care outcomes. 
D)  unrelated to the nursing process. 
A)  slowed down considerably by the multiple steps. 
B)  rigid and nonpatient oriented. 
C)  improved nursing care outcomes. 
D)  unrelated to the nursing process.

Question 4

Place the steps of the problem-solving approach in the appropriate order:
A) Predict the likelihood of each outcome occurring.
B) Choose the alternative with the best chance of success.
C) Consider all possible alternatives as the solution to the problem.
D) Identify the problem.
E) Examine possible outcomes of each alternative.

Accepted Answer

D, C, E, A, B
The problem-solving approa

Exam 4: The Nursing Process and Critical Thinking

The order in which the nursing process is approached is:

When a nurse prioritizes the patient care, consideration is given to:

The effect of using a scientific problem-solving approach in nursing care will cause decision making to be:

Nursing and the Health Care System

Concepts of Health, Illness, Stress, and Health Promotion

Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing

Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, and Planning

Implementation and Evaluation

Documentation of Nursing Care

Communication and the Nurse Patient Relationship

Patient Education and Health Promotion

Delegation, Leadership, and Management

Growth and Development: Infancy Through Adolescence

Adulthood and the Family

Promoting Healthy Adaptation to Aging

Cultural and Spiritual Aspects of Patient Care

Loss, Grief, and End-of-Life Care

Infection Prevention and Control: Protective Mechanisms and Asepsis

Infection Prevention and Control in the Hospital and Home

Safe Lifting, Moving, and Positioning of Patients

Assisting with Hygiene Personal Care Skin Care and the Prevention of Pressure Ulcers

Patient Environment and Safety

Measuring Vital Signs

Assessing Health Status

Admitting Transferring and Discharging Patients

Diagnostic Tests and Specimen Collection

Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance

Concepts of Basic Nutrition and Cultural Considerations

Nutritional Therapy and Assisted Feeding

Assisting with Respiration and Oxygen Delivery

Promoting Urinary Elimination

Promoting Bowel Elimination

Pain Comfort and Sleep

Complementary and Alternative Therapies

Pharmacology and Preparation for Drug Administration

Administering Oral, Topical, and Inhalant Medications

Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, and Intramuscular Injections

Administering Intravenous Solutions and Medications

Care of the Surgical Patient

Providing Wound Care and Treating Pressure Ulcers

Promoting Musculoskeletal Function

Common Physical Care Problems of the Older Adult

Common Psychosocial Care Problems of Older Adults

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