Dewit’s Medical Surgical Nursing Concepts And Practice Stromberg Test Bank

12 January 2024

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Chapter 01: Caring for Medical-Surgical Patients

deWit: Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts & Practice, 4th Edition

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which statement accurately describes the primary purpose of the state nurse practice act (NPA)?

a.	To test and license LPN/LVNs.
b.	To define the scope of LPN/LVN practice.
c.	To improve the quality of care provided by the LPN/LVN.
d.	To limit the LPN/LVN employment placement.

ANS: B

While improving quality of care provided by the LPN/LVN may be a result of the NPA, the primary purpose of the NPA of each state defines the scope of nursing practice in that state.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2

OBJ: 3 TOP: NPA KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

2. The charge nurse asks the new vocational nurse to start an intravenous infusion, a skill that the vocational nurse has not been taught during her educational program. How should the vocational nurse respond?

a.	Ask a more experienced nurse to demonstrate the procedure.
b.	Look up the procedure in the procedure manual.
c.	Attempt to perform the procedure with supervision.
d.	Inform the charge nurse of her lack of training in this procedure.

ANS: D

The charge nurse should be informed of the lack of training to perform the procedure, and the vocational nurse should seek further training to gain proficiency. Although the other options might be helpful, they are not safe.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 3

OBJ: 1 TOP: Providing Safe Care KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

3. Which patient statement indicates a need for further discharge teaching that the vocational nurse should address?

a.	“I have no idea of how this drug will affect me.”
b.	“Do you know if my physician is coming back today?”
c.	“Will my insurance pay for my stay?”
d.	“Am I going to have to go to a nursing home?”

ANS: A

Lack of knowledge at discharge about medication effects and side effects is a concern that should be addressed by the vocational nurse. The other concerns in the options are the responsibility of other departments to which the nurse might refer the patient.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 2

OBJ: 1 TOP: Teaching KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

4. According to most state NPAs, the vocational nurse acting as charge nurse in a long-term care facility acts in which capacity?

a.	Working under direct supervision of an RN on the unit
b.	Working with the RN in the building
c.	Working under general supervision by the RN available on site or by phone
d.	Working as an independent vocational nurse

ANS: C

The vocational nurse in the capacity of the charge nurse in a long-term care facility acts with the general supervision of an RN

available on site or by phone.

PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Comprehension	REF: 2
OBJ:	1	TOP:	Charge Nurse/Manager KEY:	Nursing Process Step: N/A

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

5. The nurse is educating a patient that is a member of a health maintenance organization (HMO). Which information should the nurse include?

a.	Seek the opinion of an alternate health care provider.
b.	Obtain insurance approval for medical services prior to treatment.
c.	Provide detailed documentation of all care received for his condition.
d.	Wait at least 6 months to see a specialist.

ANS: B

Most HMOs require preprocedure authorization for treatment. Patients are not required to seek a second opinion, provide documentation of care, or wait a specific time period before visiting a specialist.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 9

OBJ: 9 TOP: Charge Nurse/Manager

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

6. The patient complains to the nurse that he is confused about his “deductible” that he owes the hospital. Which statement accurately explains a deductible?

a.	An amount of money put aside for the payment of future medical bills
b.	A one-time fee for service
c.	An amount of money deducted from the bill by the insurance company
d.	An annual amount of money the patient must pay out-of-pocket for medical care

ANS: D

The deductible is the annual amount the insured must pay out-of-pocket prior to the insurance company assuming the cost. This practice improves the profit of the insurance company.

PTS:	1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension	REF:	7
OBJ:	9 TOP: Health Care Financing
KEY: MSC:	Nursing Process Step: Implementation NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

7. The nurse compares the characteristics of a health maintenance organization (HMO) and a preferred provider organization (PPO). Which information should the nurse include about HMOs?

a.	HMOs require a set fee of each member monthly.
b.	HMOs allow the member to select his health care provider.
c.	HMOs permit admission to any facility the member prefers.
d.	HMOs offer unlimited diagnostic tests and treatments.

ANS: A

HMOs require a set fee from each member monthly (capitation). The patient will be treated by the HMO staff in HMO-approved facilities. Excessive use of diagnostic tests and treatments is discouraged by the HMO.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 9

OBJ: 9 TOP: Managed Care

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

8. A patient asks the nurse what Medicare Part A covers. Which response is correct?

a.	Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital costs.
b.	Medicare Part A covers reimbursement to the physician.
c.	Medicare Part A covers outpatient hospital services.
d.	Medicare Part A covers ambulance transportation.

ANS: A

Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital expenses, drugs, x-rays, laboratory work, and intensive care. Medicare Part B pays the physician, ambulance transport, and outpatient services.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 7, Box 1-4

OBJ: 9 TOP: Government-Sponsored Health Insurance

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

9. Which is the main cost-containment component of diagnosis-related groups (DRGs)?

a.	Hospitals focus only on the specific diagnosis.
b.	Hospitals treat and discharge patients quickly.
c.	Reduced cost drugs are ordered for specific diagnoses.
d.	Diagnostic group classification streamlines care.

ANS: B

DRGs are a prospective payment plan in which hospitals receive a flat fee for each patient’s diagnostic category regardless of the length of time in the hospital. If hospitals can treat and discharge patients before the allotted time, hospitals get to keep the excess payment; cost is contained, and the patient is discharged sooner.

PTS:	1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension	REF:	8
OBJ:	9 TOP: Government-Sponsored Health Insurance
KEY: MSC:	Nursing Process Step: Implementation NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

10. The nurse is assessing a group of patients. Which patient would most likely qualify for Medicaid?

a.	A 35-year-old unemployed single mother with diabetes
b.	A 70-year-old Medicare recipient with retirement income who needs to be in a long-term care facility
c.	An 80-year-old blind woman living in her own home who has inadequate private insurance
d.	A 67-year-old stroke victim with Medicare Part A and an income from investments

ANS: A

Medicaid is a joint effort of federal and state governments geared primarily for low-income people with no insurance.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 8, Box 1-5

OBJ: 9 TOP: Government-Sponsored Health Insurance–Medicaid

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

11. Which area is the major focus of Healthy People 2020 and the primary mechanism through which to improve the health of Americans in the second decade of the century?

a.	Research funding
b.	Health information distribution
c.	Healthy lifestyle encouragement
d.	Health improvement program designs

ANS: C

Healthy People 2020 focuses on expanding ongoing programs to include support and information to reduce infant mortality, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and HIV/AIDS, and to increase effective immunizations, healthy eating habits, and healthy weight.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 6

OBJ: 7 TOP: Healthy People 2020

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

12. Which term explains the type of care that addresses interventions for all dimensions of a patient’s life?

a.	Focused care
b.	General care
c.	Directed care
d.	Holistic care

ANS: D

Holistic care addresses the physiologic, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 6

OBJ: 8 TOP: Holistic Care

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning

MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation

13. A patient furiously says, “My doctor was so busy giving me instructions that he didn’t hear what I was trying to ask him!” Which response is most empathetic?

a. “When people ignore me, I really get mad.”

b.	“I’m sure that the doctor was rushed and unaware of your needs.”
c.	“I’ll bet that made you feel very frustrated.”
d.	“Take a deep breath and plan what you will say to him tomorrow.”

ANS: C

Empathy demonstrates that the nurse perceives the patient’s feelings but does not share the emotion. Belittling the patient’s feelings, showing sympathy, or defending the doctor makes the patient feel devalued.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 10

OBJ: 10 TOP: Nurse–Patient Relationship

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity

14. The nurse is explaining differences in a therapeutic relationship and a social relationship to a patient. Which information about therapeutic relationships is most important for the nurse to include in the explanation?

a.	Therapeutic relationships lack formal boundaries.
b.	Therapeutic relationships are goal directed.
c.	Therapeutic relationships meet the needs of each person in the relationship.
d.	Therapeutic relationships extend past the hospitalization period.

ANS: B

The therapeutic relationship is focused on the patient and is goal directed and designed to meet only the needs of the patient and does not extend past the period of hospitalization.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 9

OBJ: 10 TOP: Therapeutic Relationship

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity

15. The long-term care facility nurse is caring for a newly admitted 80-year-old patient who is depressed. Which approach is best for the nurse to employ?

a.	Encourage the resident to engage in an activity.
b.	Remind the resident of reasons to be positive.
c.	Point out episodes of negative behavior.
d.	Present a bright and cheerful behavior.

ANS: A

Activity and social interaction are helpful to depressed patients. Presenting a cheery approach and pointing out negative behavior and reasons to be positive are not therapeutic at this stage of the relationship.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 10

OBJ: 10 TOP: Depressed Behavior KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity

16. The nurse is caring for a patient who has been on antidepressants for 3 days. The patient tearfully says, “I still feel terrible. I don’t think anything can help how I feel.” Which response is best?

a.	“I will tell the charge nurse how you are feeling.”
b.	“You just need to be patient and give your medicine some time to work.”
c.	“Look how much you have improved since you were admitted to the facility.”
d.	“It must be frustrating to be going through this difficult time.”

ANS: D

This response is an empathetic response that allows for further exploration of the patient’s feelings. The other responses will block communication with this patient.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 9

OBJ: 10 TOP: Therapeutic Communication

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity

17. An overweight male patient rips off his hospital gown, throws it out the door, and shouts, “I’m not wearing this stupid gown! It is too small, too short, and exposes my backside to the world!” Which response is most appropriate?

a. Remind patient of the need to wear the gown for convenience in care.

b.	Confer with the patient for methods to acquire a larger gown.
c.	Replace the torn gown with another.
d.	Inform the charge nurse of the hostile behavior.

ANS: B

Allowing hostile patients to make reasonable requests defuses the anger and allows patients to vent their feelings.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 9

OBJ: 10 TOP: Hostile Behavior

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation

18. The nurse is caring for a patient who states, “You are the only nurse who understands about my pain. Can’t you give me an extra dose of pain medication?” How should the nurse respond to the patient’s request?

a.	Explain that dosage schedules are by physician’s orders.
b.	Ignore the request.
c.	Tell the patient that his behavior is manipulative.
d.	Agree to give an extra dose of pain medication.

ANS: A

A matter-of-fact response to a manipulative request limits the effect of the manipulation, thereby helping the nurse to avoid becoming defensive or being swayed by flattery.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 9

OBJ: 10 TOP: Manipulative Behavior

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity

19. A female patient who has recently been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor asks the nurse, “Do you think God punishes us?” Which response demonstrates therapeutic communication?

a.	“What do you think?”
b.	“God loves you.”
c.	“Would like to speak with the chaplain?”
d.	“God will not give you more than you can bear.”

ANS: A

Sitting with the patient and offering oneself to listen to the patient’s concerns and encouraging reflection is the best approach rather than responding with a cliché or suggesting speaking with the chaplain.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 10

OBJ: 10 TOP: Spiritual Care KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity

20. The nurse is communicating with a patient who voices concern about an upcoming high-risk procedure. Which statement best demonstrates empathy?

a.	“Would you like to talk about your feelings regarding the procedure?”
b.	“My mother had the same procedure and did very well.”
c.	“I can’t imagine how you feel.”
d.	“It must be difficult preparing for the procedure; how are you feeling?”

ANS: D

This statement by the nurse displays empathy by trying to place oneself in the patient’s circumstance and validating the patient’s feelings. Simply asking patients if they would like to talk about their feelings does not show empathy and may elicit a “yes” or “no” response. Telling the patient one’s mother had the procedure or stating “I can’t imagine how you feel” does not show empathy toward the patient.

PTS:	1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF:	10
OBJ:	10 TOP: Nurse–Patient Relationship
KEY:	Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC:	NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity

MULTIPLE RESPONSE

21. Which of the following are sources of clear guidelines for upholding clinical standards for safe and competent care? (Select all that apply.)

a.	The state’s nurse practice act (NPA)
b.	The State Board of Nurse Examiners (BNE)
c.	The National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service (NAPNES)
d.	Institutional policies
e.	The National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses, Inc. (NFLPN)

ANS: C, E

NAPNES and the NFLPN give clear guidelines for clinical standards that can be used as a basis for court decisions. The NPA has broad guidelines, and institutional policies may not be complete. The BNE enforces the NPA.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 5

OBJ: 3 TOP: Upholding Clinical Standards KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

22. Which statement(s) accurately describes the role of the LPN/LVN regardless of employment placement? (Select all that apply.)

a.	Uphold clinical standards
b.	Educate patients
c.	Communicate effectively
d.	Collaborate with the health care team
e.	Initiate a care plan immediately after admission

ANS: A, B, C, D

The LPN/LVN has the accountability to uphold clinical standards, educate patients, communicate effectively, and collaborate with the health care team. Depending on the type of facility, initiation of a care plan is often the role of the registered nurse.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2

OBJ: 3 TOP: Roles of LPN/LVNs

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

23. The newly licensed LPN/LVN demonstrates an understanding of employment opportunities when applying to a position in which area(s)? (Select all that apply.)

a.	An outpatient clinic
b.	A home health care agency
c.	An intravenous (IV) therapy team
d.	A long-term care facility
e.	An ambulatory care unit

ANS: A, B, D, E

With the exception of an IV therapy team, which requires postgraduate education and/or certification, the other options are open to newly graduated vocational nurses.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 2

OBJ: 2 TOP: Employment Opportunities for LPN/LVNs

KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

24. What factor(s) should the LPN/LVN consider when delegating a task to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? (Select all that apply.)

a.	A need for the UAP to voluntarily accept the task delegated
b.	Continued accountability for the task by the LPN/LVN
c.	Assurance that the task requires no further need for supervision of the UAP
d.	An understanding that the task is in the job description of the UAP
e.	A transfer of authority to the UAP

ANS: A, B, D, E

Delegation is a considered act involving the condition of the patient and the competency of the UAP. Delegation requires that the UAP voluntarily accept the task, which is in the job description of the UAP. The vocational nurse has transferred authority for the completion of the task but is still accountable and should supervise.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 3

OBJ: 1 TOP: Delegation KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

25. The LPN/LVN participates in an in-service about cost containment within the health care facility. Which action(s)

demonstrate understanding of cost-containment principles? (Select all that apply.)

a.	Telling patients to limit their usage of supplies.
b.	Asking the UAP to ensure correct charges for patient care items.
c.	Only using necessary items for patient care.
d.	Charging for extra patient care items that the patient may take home upon discharge.
e.	Documenting supplies used for patients in their patient care record.

ANS: B, C, E

The UAP must correctly charge patients utilizing the facility’s charging system, only necessary supplies should be used for patient care, and documenting supplies used assists in reimbursement. It is inappropriate and not the patient’s responsibility to monitor their supply use, and excess charges would be incurred if items were given to the patient upon discharge.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 6

OBJ: 8 TOP: Cost Containment

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Management of Care

COMPLETION

26. When an insurance company directly reimburses a licensed health care provider for services, the form of financing is called .

ANS:

fee for service

Fee for service is the direct reimbursement by an insurance company to a health care provider.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 7

OBJ: 9 TOP: Health Care Financing KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: N/A

27. The nurse explains that the term refers to the severity of illness.

ANS:

acuity

Acuity is the term referring to the severity of illness or condition of a patient.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 4

OBJ: 6 TOP: Acuity KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

Chapter 02: Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process

deWit: Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts & Practice, 4th Edition

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which foundational behavior is necessary for effective critical thinking?

a.	Unshakable beliefs and values
b.	An open attitude
c.	An ability to disregard evidence inconsistent with set goals
d.	An ability to recognize the perfect solution

ANS: B

An open attitude not clouded by unshakable beliefs and values or preset goals allows the application of critical thinking. Acceptance that there may not be a perfect solution leaves the field open to new ideas.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 16, Box 2-1

OBJ: 2 (theory) TOP: Factors Influencing Critical Thinking

KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

2. Which fundamental belief underscores the basis of the nursing process?

a.	Recognition that basic needs must be met by the individual without assistance.
b.	Acknowledgment that patients and families appreciate an efficient health care system that functions without their input.
c.	A focus on disease control as the most important aspect of patient care.
d.	Recognition that all people have worth and dignity.

ANS: D

The nursing process is based on the belief that all people have worth and dignity. Patient-centered care that is applied to all

aspects of the patient’s health, and is not just disease oriented, is appreciated by the family and patient. Holistic care approach can support the patient to meet basic needs.

PTS:	1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF:	17
OBJ:	5 (theory) TOP: Basic Beliefs Pertinent to the Nursing Process
KEY: MSC:	Nursing Process Step: Implementation NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

3. The nurse is assessing a new patient who complains of his chest feeling tight. The patient displays a temperature of

100° F and an oxygen saturation of 89%, and expectorates frothy mucus. Which finding is an example of subjective data?

a.	Temperature
b.	Oxygen saturation
c.	Frothy mucus
d.	Chest tightness

ANS: D

Subjective data is information given by the patient that cannot be measured otherwise. The other data are considered objective data. Objective data are pieces of information that can be measured by the examiner. The nurse should avoid making judgments or conclusions when obtaining data.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 18

OBJ: 8 (clinical) TOP: Assessment Data

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

4. The nurse is caring for a newly admitted patient who is describing his recent symptoms to the nurse. This scenario is an example of which type of source?

a.	Primary
b.	Objective
c.	Secondary
d.	Complete

ANS: A

The patient is the primary source of information. Objective refers to a type of data obtained by the nurse that is measured or can be verified through assessment techniques, secondary information is obtained from relatives or significant others, and information is not necessarily complete when the patient is the source.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 19

OBJ: 8 (clinical) TOP: Sources of Information

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

5. The nurse is performing an intake interview on a new resident to the long-term care facility. The nurse detects the odor of acetone from the patient’s breath. Which term accurately describes this assessment?

a.	Inspection
b.	Observation
c.	Auscultation
d.	Olfaction

ANS: D

Olfaction is an assessment method of smells. Inspection and observation use the sense of vision. Auscultation refers to use of the sense of hearing.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 20

OBJ: 9 (clinical) TOP: Olfaction KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

6. During a morning assessment, the nurse observes that the patient displays significant edema of both feet and ankles. Which statement best documents these findings?

a.	Pitting edema present in both feet and ankles
b.	Edema in both feet and ankles approximately 4 mm deep
c.	4 mm pitting edema quickly resolving
d.	Bilateral pitting edema in feet and ankles, 4 mm deep, resolving in 3 seconds

ANS: D

Edema should be recorded as to location, depth of pitting, and time for resolution.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 20

OBJ: 9 (theory) TOP: Palpation KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort

7. Which technique should the nurse employ to best assess skin turgor?

a.	Examine mucous membranes of the mouth.
b.	Compare limbs for similar color.
c.	Pinch a skinfold on chest to assess for tenting.
d.	Palpate the ankles for evidence of pitting edema.

ANS: C

Skin turgor can be assessed by tenting the skin on the chest and recording the speed at which the “tent” subsides.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 22

OBJ: 9 (clinical) TOP: Practical Assessment

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance: Prevention and Early Detection of Disease

8. Which example shows that the nursing student demonstrates compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and

Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

a.	The student uses the patient’s full name only on clinical assignments submitted to the instructor.
b.	The student uses the facility printer to copy laboratory reports on an assigned patient.
c.	The student shreds any documents that contain identifying patient information before leaving the clinical facility.
d.	The student asks the patient for permission to copy laboratory and diagnostic reports for educational purposes.

ANS: C

HIPAA forbids any information used for educational purposes to have any identifying information; therefore, shredding documents would be appropriate. Full names on documents, printing copies of chart forms, and asking the patient for permission to copy forms would be violations of HIPAA regulations.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 26

OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP: HIPAA KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

9. The diabetic patient who had blood drawn for an HbA1c level says, “I don’t know why they want to look at my hemoglobin.” Which response is most appropriate for the nurse to make?

a.	“Diabetes increases your risk of bleeding.”
b.	“The HbA1c provides information relative to blood sugar levels for the last 2 to 3 months.”
c.	“Hemoglobin levels and blood sugar levels are closely related.”
d.	“The HbA1c tells if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes.”

ANS: B

HbA1c evaluates the average blood glucose level for the last 2 to 3 months. By explaining the purpose of the common laboratory test (HgbA1c) and its relationship to diabetes, the nurse answers the patient’s question and clearly communicates relevant data.

PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Comprehension	REF:	25, 27
OBJ:	8 (clinical)		TOP: Diagnostic Studies

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

10. The nurse is caring for a patient with the problem statement/nursing diagnosis of Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity

Related to Immobility. Which goal/outcome statement best correlates with this diagnosis?

a.	The patient will sit in chair at bedside for 15 minutes after each meal.
b.	The nurse will assist the patient to chair every shift.
c.	The nurse will assess skin and record condition every shift.
d.	The patient will change positions frequently.

ANS: A

The goal/outcome statement is directed at the etiology and should be patient oriented. The statement should be realistic and measurable and reflect what the patient will do.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 24

OBJ: 11 (clinical) TOP: Goals KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning

MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort

11. The nurse who has recently moved from Louisiana to Texas is uncertain about the LPN/LVN’s role in applying the nursing process. Which source is most appropriate source for the nurse to consult?

a.	Hospital policies
b.	The Texas State Board of Nursing
c.	Rules and regulations of the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act
d.	The National Association of Practical Nurse Education and Service

ANS: B

Each state has different guidelines for areas of care planning, intravenous therapy, teaching, and delegation. The Texas State

Board of Nursing is the most reliable source.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 17

OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP: Nursing Process KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

12. The nurse adds a nursing order to the care plan related to a patient with a problem statement/nursing diagnosis of

altered nutrition/Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements Related to Nausea and Vomiting. Which nursing order should the nurse include in the plan of care?

a.	Medicate with an antiemetic before each meal.
b.	Offer crackers and iced drink before each meal.
c.	Change diet to clear liquids.
d.	Give nothing by mouth until nausea subsides.

ANS: B

Offering crackers and iced drinks are within the scope of nursing; the other options would require a medical order to complete.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 18

OBJ: 11 (clinical) TOP: Nursing Orders

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning

MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort

13. After evaluating the nursing care plan, the nurse finds lack of progress toward the goal. What action should the nurse take next?

a.	Create a more accessible goal.
b.	Revise the nursing interventions.
c.	Change the problem statement/nursing diagnosis.
d.	Use a new evaluation plan.

ANS: B

When lack of progress to reach the goal is seen on evaluation, the interventions are reviewed and/or revised.

PTS:	1 DIF:	Cognitive Level: Application REF:	26
OBJ:	10 (clinical)	TOP: Evaluation KEY:	Nursing Process Step: Planning

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

14. During an intake interview, the nurse observes the patient grimacing and holding his hand over his stomach. The patient previously denied having any pain. What action should the nurse take next?

a.	Examine the history closely for etiology of pain.
b.	Ask the patient if he is experiencing abdominal pain.
c.	Record that patient seems to be having abdominal discomfort.
d.	Physically examine the patient’s abdomen.

ANS: B

The nurse should try to resolve any incongruence between body language and verbal responses.

PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Application REF:	20, Box 2-5
OBJ:	7 (clinical)		TOP: Patient Interview

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

15. While conducting an admission interview, the nurse questions the patient about pain. The patient responds, “No. I’m pretty wobbly.” Which action should the nurse take next?

a.	Repeat the question about pain.
b.	Ask the patient to clarify his meaning.
c.	Record that the patient denied pain.
d.	Record that the patient stated he was wobbly.

ANS: B

The nurse should ask for clarification if unsure of what is meant by one of the patient’s responses.

PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Application REF:	20, Box 2-5
OBJ:	7 (clinical)		TOP: Patient Interview

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

16. The nurse is caring for a patient with a goal/outcome statement of Patient will sleep for 5 hours uninterrupted each night. Which nursing intervention should the nurse include?

a.	Medicate with sedative each night.
b.	Offer warm fluids frequently.
c.	Arrange for a large meal at supper.
d.	Discourage daytime napping.

ANS: D

Discouraging daytime napping increases the probability of sleep. Giving medication is a collaborative intervention as it requires an order. Large meal and large fluid intakes may interrupt sleep.

PTS:	1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF:	25
OBJ:	11 (clinical) TOP: Nursing Intervention
KEY: MSC:	Nursing Process Step: Planning NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort

17. The nursing team is prioritizing the problem statement/nursing diagnoses of an overweight hospital patient. Which problem statement/nursing diagnosis would be most important for this patient?

a.	Risk for dehydration related to vomiting.
b.	Activity intolerance related to shortness of breath.
c.	Knowledge deficit related to weight reduction diet.
d.	Altered self-image related to excessive weight.

ANS: B

Activity intolerance is the highest priority as it has to do with activities that are essential to life. The second is Knowledge deficit related to weight reduction diet, followed by Altered self-image related to excessive weight, and the last is Risk for dehydration related to vomiting.

PTS:	1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF:	23
OBJ:	11 (clinical) TOP: Setting Priorities
KEY: MSC:	Nursing Process Step: Planning NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort

18. The nurse is explaining the components of a complete problem statement/nursing diagnosis. In addition to the NANDA

stem and etiology, which other component should the diagnosis include?

a.	A time reference for meeting the need
b.	A designation of what the patient should do
c.	Signs and symptoms of the problem assessed
d.	A specifically worded medical diagnosis

ANS: C

A complete problem statement/nursing diagnosis must have a NANDA stem, etiology, and signs and symptoms (etiology) of the problem.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 23

OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP: Nursing Diagnosis

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

19. Which statement explains the reason for inclusion of potential problems in the nursing care plan?

a.	To alert nursing staff to prevent potential complications.
b.	To remind the family of potential problems.
c.	To broaden the assessment of the caregiver.
d.	To educate the patient to aspects of her health.

ANS: A

Addressing potential problems prevents complications by early action rather than waiting for a problem to materialize.

PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Comprehension	REF:	23
OBJ:	7 (clinical)		TOP: Potential Health Problems

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

20. The nurse is completing the medication reconciliation form for a patient. Which information is most important for the nurse to include?

a.	The patient reports taking Ginkgo biloba daily for the last 6 months.
b.	The patient reports having high hematocrit levels during his last hospital stay.
c.	The patient reports he has been diabetic for 10 years.
d.	The patient reports having a recent infection.

ANS: A

As part of the medication reconciliation form, all home medications (including herbal preparations like Gingko biloba) are listed and reviewed by the provider, pharmacist, and nurses. The information gathered during the completion of this form may impact care that the patient will receive. Abnormal lab work and history of chronic or acute illnesses are important components of the patient’s history but should not be part of the medication reconciliation form.

PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Application REF: 20
OBJ:	7 (clinical)		TOP: Alternative Medicine

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential

21. The LPN/LVN adheres to facility policy regarding core measures by performing which interventions during patient care?

a.	Administering the ordered amount of insulin to a patient with type 1 diabetes.
b.	Performing a thorough patient assessment upon admission to the health care facility.
c.	Documenting accurately and at appropriate intervals in the patient’s record.
d.	Providing patient teaching regarding proper diet for the patient diagnosed with renal failure.

ANS: A

Core measures are interventions that are based on scientifically researched, evidence-based standards of care, and are used to treat the majority of patients with a specific illness that often develops complications. Insulin administration for diabetics is evidence-based researched practice. The remaining options are good practice but are not considered core measures.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 25

OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP: Core Measures

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Management of Care

22. The nurse is caring for a patient with pneumonia who complains of shortness of breath. Further assessment reveals an oxygen saturation of 89% on room air, 28 respirations/min with bilateral crackles in lung bases, blood pressure of 160/94, and a pulse rate of 102 beats/min. Which nursing diagnosis is priority for this patient?

a.	Activity Intolerance
b.	Impaired Gas Exchange
c.	Ineffective Cardiopulmonary Tissue Perfusion
d.	Self-Care Deficit: Bathing and Hygiene

ANS: B

While all nursing diagnoses may apply to this patient, impaired gas exchange is the highest priority because this is the underlying problem for the other nursing diagnoses, as well as physiologically the highest priority.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 23

OBJ: 11 (clinical) TOP: Nursing Diagnosis

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Management of Care

MULTIPLE RESPONSE

23. The nurse explains to the nursing student that the application of critical thinking to patient care involves which factor(s)? (Select all that apply.)

a.	Identification of a patient problem
b.	Setting priorities
c.	Concentrating on the patient rather than family needs
d.	Use of logic and intuition
e.	Expansion of thought beyond the obvious

ANS: A, B, D, E

Critical thinking as applied to nursing care requires setting priorities of patient problems and needs by using logic and intuition. Inclusion of the family in the care makes the approach family oriented. Critical thinking should go beyond the obvious.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 15

OBJ: 7 (clinical) TOP: Critical Thinking

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

24. Which statement(s) demonstrates application of the nursing process? (Select all that apply.)

a.	Performing a head-to-toe assessment.
b.	Updating the patient care plan on a weekly basis.
c.	Evaluating if patient goals have been met.
d.	Determining if nursing interventions need to be changed based on lack of patient progress toward meeting goals.
e.	Ensuring that all personnel caring for the patient are implementing the care plan and working toward the same goal.

ANS: A, C, D, E

The nursing care plan should be updated as necessary, not just on a weekly basis. Concepts of the nursing process are demonstrated by performing orderly, logical head-to-toe assessments, as well as ongoing evaluation of patient goals and interventions to meet those goals.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 17

OBJ: 8 (clinical) TOP: Nursing Process

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

25. Which example(s) demonstrate patient care that reflects knowledge of the National Patient Safety Goals? (Select all that apply.)

a.	Identifying the patient prior to medication administration by asking the patient to state his or her name.
b.	Reporting any sentinel event to the facility’s quality assurance team.
c.	Assessing the patient’s heartrate prior to administration of digoxin.
d.	Performing hand hygiene prior to performing a patient assessment.
e.	Documenting the appropriate time of medication administration.

ANS: C, D, E

Assessing the patient’s heart rate prior to administration of digoxin demonstrates knowledge of medication actions and prevention of adverse effects; hand hygiene is required before any patient care, including assessment; and documentation of the time of medication administration is necessary to prevent medication errors. To meet National Patient Safety Goals, the nurse

must use at least two methods of patient identification prior to medication administration. Reporting a sentinel event is required but demonstrates that National Patient Safety Goals were not met.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 4, 23

OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP: National Patient Safety Goals

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Safety and Infection Control

COMPLETION

26. The nursing student demonstrates knowledge of the proper use of the when determining that it is safe to administer meperidine (Demerol) and promethazine (Phenergan) together.

ANS:

Medication Reconciliation Form

The Medication Reconciliation Form tracks all medications the patient is taking as prescribed by different physicians and can identify overdoses or drugs that are not compatible.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 20

OBJ: 8 (clinical) TOP: Medication Reconciliation Form

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation

MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

27. Shortness of breath due to emphysema would be a major component of the care plan.

ANS:

interdisciplinary

An interdisciplinary care plan involves all members of the health care team and is based on the medical diagnosis rather than a problem statement/nursing diagnosis.

PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Application REF:	26
OBJ:	8 (clinical)		TOP: Interdisciplinary Care Plan

KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance

MATCHING

Place the steps of the nursing process in their proper sequence.

a.	Evaluation
b.	Assessment
c.	Implementation
d.	Planning
e.	Problem statement/nursing diagnosis

28.	Step 1
29.	Step 2
30.	Step 3
31.	Step 4
32.	Step 5
28.	ANS:	B	PTS:	1	DIF:	Cognitive Level: Comprehension
REF:	17	OBJ:	4 (theory)	TOP:	Applying	the Nursing Process
KEY:	Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC:	NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
29.	ANS: E PTS: 1	DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension
REF: KEY:	17 OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP: Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC:	Applying the Nursing Process NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
30.	ANS: D PTS: 1	DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension
REF: KEY:	17 OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP: Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC:	Applying the Nursing Process NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
31.	ANS: C PTS: 1	DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension
REF:	17 OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP:	Applying the Nursing Process

KEY:	Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC:	NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance
32. REF:	ANS: A PTS: 1 17 OBJ: 4 (theory) TOP:	DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension Applying the Nursing Process
KEY:	Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC:	NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance