Exam 13: Nursing Theory: The Basis for Professional Nursing

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the term "theory"?

Which nursing theorist is best known for her emphasis on inferences based on observation of patient behavior, confirmation by the patient, and results in effective care based on identified patient needs?

Which of the following are included in Henderson's 14 basic needs of patients? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse observes a patient pacing around the room. The patient expresses concern that being hospitalized will cause lost wages and create economic problems. The nurse infers that the patient is anxious, which the patient confirms. The nurse could be basing care on the theory of

A nurse practitioner caring for a diabetic patient thinks the patient could gain better control of the diabetes if the patient lost weight. After assessing the patient's perception of weight loss, role, stresses, and support systems, the nurse and patient establish the goal of losing 5 pounds in a month. The nurse could be basing care on the conceptual model of

A nurse conducts theory testing and theory development research to develop nursing science. This nurse is prepared at which level of nursing education?

A patient had a significant blood loss in surgery and now has a low hemoglobin level. The patient complains of fatigue. The nurse intervenes to facilitate adaptation by establishing periods of rest and scheduling activities throughout the day. The nurse could be basing care on the conceptual model of

The nurse adjusts the patient's room to allow the patient to see the sunlight out the window and checks the patient's diet tray to ensure a balanced diet. The nurse could be basing care on the philosophy of

An overriding principle of Nightingale's writings on nursing dealt with which aspect of nursing?

Which component of nursing theory describes a testable outcome?

Which nursing theorist based her model on the belief that adaptation to changes in the environment is the basis of health?

A nurse has been introduced to theory as a guide to research and practice. This nurse is prepared at which level of nursing education?

Which of the following best describes a middle-range theory?