Question 1

In the collaborative process of delivering care based on the nursing process, the responsibility of the LPN/LVN is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  collect data of health status. 
B)  select a nursing diagnosis. 
C)  organize data to help the RN evaluate patient progress. 
D)  prioritize nursing diagnoses for more effective care. 
A)  collect data of health status. 
B)  select a nursing diagnosis. 
C)  organize data to help the RN evaluate patient progress. 
D)  prioritize nursing diagnoses for more effective care.

Question 2

Critical thinking is considered to be the keystone and foundation of the development of _________.

Accepted Answer

clinical judgment
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Question 3

The nurse who uses the nursing process will:

Accepted Answer

A)  help reduce the obvious signs of discomfort. 
B)  help the patient adhere to the physician's treatment protocol. 
C)  approach the patient's disorder in a step-by-step method. 
D)  make all significant nursing care decisions involving patient care. 
A)  help reduce the obvious signs of discomfort. 
B)  help the patient adhere to the physician's treatment protocol. 
C)  approach the patient's disorder in a step-by-step method. 
D)  make all significant nursing care decisions involving patient care.

Question 4

When a nurse prioritizes the patient care, consideration is given to:

Accepted Answer

A)  completing assessments before mid-shift. 
B)  considering situations that may result in an alteration of health. 
C)  assuming all health care activities for a group of patients. 
D)  identifying who can assist with the aspect of care. 
A)  completing assessments before mid-shift. 
B)  considering situations that may result in an alteration of health. 
C)  assuming all health care activities for a group of patients. 
D)  identifying who can assist with the aspect of care.

Exam 4: Nursing Process and Critical Thinking

In the collaborative process of delivering care based on the nursing process, the responsibility of the LPN/LVN is to:

Critical thinking is considered to be the keystone and foundation of the development of _________.

The nurse who uses the nursing process will:

When a nurse prioritizes the patient care, consideration is given to:

Nursing and the Health Care System

Concepts of Health, Illness, Stress, and Health Promotion

Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing

Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, and Planning

Implementation and Evaluation

Documentation of Nursing Care

Communication and the Nurse-Patient Relationship

Patient Teaching for Health Promotion

Delegation, Leadership, and Management

Growth and Development: Infancy Through Adolescence

Adulthood and the Family

Promoting Healthy Adaptation to Aging

Cultural and Spiritual Aspects of Patient Care

Loss, Grief, the Dying Patient, and Palliative Care

Infection Prevention and Control: Protective Mechanisms and Asepsis

Infection Prevention and Control in the Hospital and Home

Lifting, Moving, and Positioning Patients

Assisting with Hygiene, Personal Care, Skin Care, and the Prevention of Pressure Ulcers

Patient Environment and Safety

Measuring Vital Signs

Assessing Health Status

Admitting, Transferring, and Discharging Patients

Diagnostic Tests and Specimen Collection

Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance

Concepts of Basic Nutrition and Cultural Considerations

Diet Therapy and Assisted Feeding

Assisting with Respiration and Oxygen Delivery

Promoting Urinary Elimination

Promoting Bowel Elimination

Pain, Comfort, and Sleep

Complementary and Alternative Therapies

Pharmacology and Preparation for Drug Administration

Administering Oral, Topical, and Inhalant Medications

Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, and Intramuscular Injections

Administering Intravenous Solutions and Medications

Care of the Surgical Patient

Providing Wound Care and Treating Pressure Ulcers

Promoting Musculoskeletal Function

Common Physical Care Problems of the Elderly

Common Psychosocial Care Problems of the Elderly

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