Question 1

The nurse is listening to a lecture on collaborative problems. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Collaborative problems fall within the definition of nursing diagnoses". 
B)  "Collaborative problems are managed using two physicians". 
C)  "Collaborative problems require the nurse to monitor for changes in status". 
D)  "Collaborative problems emphasize prevention, treatment, or health promotion". 
A)  "Collaborative problems fall within the definition of nursing diagnoses". 
B)  "Collaborative problems are managed using two physicians". 
C)  "Collaborative problems require the nurse to monitor for changes in status". 
D)  "Collaborative problems emphasize prevention, treatment, or health promotion".

Question 2

The nurse is planning care for a patient with hypertension and obesity. Which of the following is a reasonable and measurable outcome for the nursing diagnosis of noncompliance with treatment regimen related to side effects of medications?

Accepted Answer

A)  The patient will state two lifestyle modifications for weight management by (date certain). 
B)  The patient will be compliant with the treatment regimen by (date certain). 
C)  The patient will understand the disease process by (date certain). 
D)  The patient's blood pressure will never increase. 
A)  The patient will state two lifestyle modifications for weight management by (date certain). 
B)  The patient will be compliant with the treatment regimen by (date certain). 
C)  The patient will understand the disease process by (date certain). 
D)  The patient's blood pressure will never increase.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Pain 
B)  Reduced gas exchange 
C)  Reduced stamina 
D)  Need for health teaching 
A)  Pain 
B)  Reduced gas exchange 
C)  Reduced stamina 
D)  Need for health teaching

Question 4

Which of these strategies should be a priority when the nurse is planning care for a patient with hypertension?

Accepted Answer

A)  Obtain less expensive antihypertensive medications. 
B)  Assist with dietary changes as the first action. 
C)  Follow evidence-based guidelines for appropriate interventions. 
D)  Teach about the impact of exercise on hypertension. 
A)  Obtain less expensive antihypertensive medications. 
B)  Assist with dietary changes as the first action. 
C)  Follow evidence-based guidelines for appropriate interventions. 
D)  Teach about the impact of exercise on hypertension.

Question 5

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

The nurse is listening to a lecture on collaborative problems. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?

The nurse is planning care for a patient with hypertension and obesity. Which of the following is a reasonable and measurable outcome for the nursing diagnosis of noncompliance with treatment regimen related to side effects of medications?

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

Which of these strategies should be a priority when the nurse is planning care for a patient with hypertension?

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

Honoring Your Past, Planning Your Future

Assessing Yourself and Designing Success

Study Habits and Test-Taking Skills

Distinguishing the RN Role from the LPN/LVN Role

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

The Nurses, Ideas, and Forces That Define the Profession

Upholding Legal and Ethical Principles

Care and Safety Standards, Competence, and Nurse Accountability

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 6: Providing Patient-Centered Care Through the Nursing Process

The nurse is listening to a lecture on collaborative problems. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?

The nurse is planning care for a patient with hypertension and obesity. Which of the following is a reasonable and measurable outcome for the nursing diagnosis of noncompliance with treatment regimen related to side effects of medications?

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

Which of these strategies should be a priority when the nurse is planning care for a patient with hypertension?

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

Honoring Your Past, Planning Your Future

Assessing Yourself and Designing Success

Study Habits and Test-Taking Skills

Distinguishing the RN Role from the LPN/LVN Role

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

The Nurses, Ideas, and Forces That Define the Profession

Upholding Legal and Ethical Principles

Care and Safety Standards, Competence, and Nurse Accountability

Leading, Delegating, and Collaborating

Promoting Healthful Living in the Primary Care Setting

Managing Care in Secondary and Tertiary Health Care

Reflecting on Your Transition

Prepare Now to Pass NCLEX-RN

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