Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A)  A set of beliefs about the nature of how things work and how the world should be viewed 
B)  A group of related concepts, definitions, and statements that describe a certain view of nursing phenomena from which to describe or predict outcomes 
C)  An organizational structure that outlines concrete connections between concepts 
D)  Statements that describe linkages between concepts and propose a testable outcome

Question 2

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?

Accepted Answer

A)  Leininger 
B)  Neuman 
C)  Orlando 
D)  Peplau

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A)  The need to eliminate body wastes 
B)  The need for interdependence 
C)  The need to communicate 
D)  The need for self-concept 
E)  The need for work and sense of accomplishment

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Leininger 
B)  Neuman 
C)  Orlando 
D)  Peplau

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Johnson. 
B)  King. 
C)  Orem. 
D)  Roy.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Associate degree 
B)  Bachelor's degree 
C)  Master's degree 
D)  Doctoral degree

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Johnson. 
B)  King. 
C)  Orem. 
D)  Roy.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Henderson. 
B)  Nightingale. 
C)  Roy. 
D)  Watson.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A)  The relationship between nurses, physicians, and society 
B)  The relationship between patients, health, and environment 
C)  The relationship between illness and health practices 
D)  The relationship between hospitals, nurses, and patients

Question 10

Which component of nursing theory describes a testable outcome?

Accepted Answer

A)  Conceptual model 
B)  Proposition 
C)  Framework 
D)  Metaparadigm

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Watson 
B)  King 
C)  Roy 
D)  Peplau

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer