Question 1

An RN is making assignments on a medical-surgical unit. Which patient could the RN assign to a float RN from the maternity unit?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 68-year-old female patient with COPD and viral pneumonia 
B)  A 60-year-old female patient with atrial fibrillation and a heart rate of 150 
C)  A 50-year-old male patient post open heart surgery whose blood pressure is 90/50 
D)  A 36-year-old male patient who is severely neutropenic awaiting chemotherapy 
A)  A 68-year-old female patient with COPD and viral pneumonia 
B)  A 60-year-old female patient with atrial fibrillation and a heart rate of 150 
C)  A 50-year-old male patient post open heart surgery whose blood pressure is 90/50 
D)  A 36-year-old male patient who is severely neutropenic awaiting chemotherapy

Question 2

Errors may occur with the use of data in formulating an appropriate nursing diagnosis. Based on what you know, which of the following represents the main source of errors in the nursing diagnosis process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Making assumptions without supporting data 
B)  Placing data in incorrect categories 
C)  Not validating data with the patient 
D)  Relying on team members for data 
A)  Making assumptions without supporting data 
B)  Placing data in incorrect categories 
C)  Not validating data with the patient 
D)  Relying on team members for data

Question 3

Which nursing diagnosis would be a priority for a patient in acute respiratory distress?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pain 
B)  Impaired gas exchange 
C)  Activity intolerance 
D)  Deficient knowledge 
A)  Pain 
B)  Impaired gas exchange 
C)  Activity intolerance 
D)  Deficient knowledge

Question 4

Which outcome statement is a properly written goal?

Accepted Answer

A)  "The patient will be free of pain." 
B)  "The patient will verbalize the importance of lifestyle changes." 
C)  "The patient will get up into the chair one time daily for 1 hour." 
D)  "The patient will demonstrate breathing techniques by the end of shift." 
A)  "The patient will be free of pain." 
B)  "The patient will verbalize the importance of lifestyle changes." 
C)  "The patient will get up into the chair one time daily for 1 hour." 
D)  "The patient will demonstrate breathing techniques by the end of shift."

Question 5

In the assessment phase of the nursing process, there are several ways to collect data. Which statements reflect the need for more training? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  "The patient is talking in full sentences with visitors and appears to be breathing without distress." 
B)  "Bowel sounds are hypoactive in all four quadrants; no pain with palpation." 
C)  "Mrs. Collins, are you experiencing any pain right now?" 
D)  "According to the chart, the patient slept well last night as a result of the pain medicine administered at 2100." 
E)  "The abdominal wound is slightly red at the approximated edges, no edema noted." 
A)  "The patient is talking in full sentences with visitors and appears to be breathing without distress." 
B)  "Bowel sounds are hypoactive in all four quadrants; no pain with palpation." 
C)  "Mrs. Collins, are you experiencing any pain right now?" 
D)  "According to the chart, the patient slept well last night as a result of the pain medicine administered at 2100." 
E)  "The abdominal wound is slightly red at the approximated edges, no edema noted."

An RN is making assignments on a medical-surgical unit. Which patient could the RN assign to a float RN from the maternity unit?

Errors may occur with the use of data in formulating an appropriate nursing diagnosis. Based on what you know, which of the following represents the main source of errors in the nursing diagnosis process?

Which nursing diagnosis would be a priority for a patient in acute respiratory distress?

Which outcome statement is a properly written goal?

In the assessment phase of the nursing process, there are several ways to collect data. Which statements reflect the need for more training? (Select all that apply.)

Honoring Your Past, Planning Your Future

Managing Time and Designing Success

Classroom Study Habits That Work

Basic Math Review: Preparing for Medication Calculations

Passing NCLEX-RN

Distinguishing the RN Role From the LPN/LVN Role

The Nurses, Ideas, and Forces That Define the Profession

Upholding Legal and Ethical Principles

Care and Safety Standards, Competence, and Nurse Accountability

Using Nursing Theory to Guide Professional Practice

Critical and Diagnostic Thinking for Better Clinical Judgment

Practicing Evidence-Based Decision Making

Communicating With Patients and Co-Workers

Teaching Patients and Their Families

Leading, Delegating, and Collaborating

Promoting Healthful Living in the Primary Care Setting

Managing Care in Secondary and Tertiary Health Care

Reflecting on Your Transition

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Exam 11: Providing Patient-Centered Care Through the Nursing Process

An RN is making assignments on a medical-surgical unit. Which patient could the RN assign to a float RN from the maternity unit?

Errors may occur with the use of data in formulating an appropriate nursing diagnosis. Based on what you know, which of the following represents the main source of errors in the nursing diagnosis process?

Which nursing diagnosis would be a priority for a patient in acute respiratory distress?

Which outcome statement is a properly written goal?

In the assessment phase of the nursing process, there are several ways to collect data. Which statements reflect the need for more training? (Select all that apply.)

Honoring Your Past, Planning Your Future

Managing Time and Designing Success

Classroom Study Habits That Work

Basic Math Review: Preparing for Medication Calculations

Passing NCLEX-RN

Distinguishing the RN Role From the LPN/LVN Role

The Nurses, Ideas, and Forces That Define the Profession

Upholding Legal and Ethical Principles

Care and Safety Standards, Competence, and Nurse Accountability

Using Nursing Theory to Guide Professional Practice

Critical and Diagnostic Thinking for Better Clinical Judgment

Practicing Evidence-Based Decision Making

Communicating With Patients and Co-Workers

Teaching Patients and Their Families

Leading, Delegating, and Collaborating

Promoting Healthful Living in the Primary Care Setting

Managing Care in Secondary and Tertiary Health Care

Reflecting on Your Transition

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