Unit 2 Review Introduction

Which is the primary reason why a nurse performs a physical assessment of a newly admitted client?

The nurse is performing an admission assessment. When is it appropriate to use a close-ended question?

A charge nurse is supervising the care of a new nurse. Which action by a new nurse indicates the charge nurse needs to intervene?

• Making an ethical clinical decision

• Making a clinical decision in the patient's best interest

• Making clinical decision based on previous shift assessments

• Making an informed clinical decision

Which action demonstrates a nurse utilizing reflection to improve clinical decision making?

• Obtains data in an orderly fashion.

• Uses Evidence-Based Practice to support conclusions.

• Sets attainable, specific, and measurable goals.

• Improves a plan of care while thinking back on interventions effectiveness

Which step in the nursing process utilizes data to identify health problems, risks, and strengths?

• Assessment

• Diagnosis

• Planning

• Implementation

Which of the following is an example of a nursing diagnosis?

• Impaired physical mobility

• Hypertension

• Diabetes mellitus

• Pneumonia

What is the purpose of a nursing diagnosis?

• To identify actual and potential health problems

• To prescribe medication for a client

• To monitor vital signs and assess physical health

• To provide emotional support to the patient

Which of the following are essential steps in the nursing process? (select all that apply)

• Data collection

• Administering medications

• Data analysis

• Formulating a diagnostic statement

• Scheduling follow-up appointments

Which of the following is an important component of critical thinking in nursing?

• Following standard protocols without questioning

• Relying solely on past experiences to make decisions

• Delegating all decision-making to senior staff

• Considering multiple solutions to a problem before making a decision

On average, how many miles does a nurse walk during a 12-hour shift?