#1
Which of the following is a primary goal of nursing care?
To ensure patient safety and comfort
ExplanationNursing care aims at prioritizing patient safety and providing comfort.
#2
What is the purpose of the HIPAA law in nursing practice?
To protect patient privacy and confidentiality
ExplanationThe HIPAA law in nursing practice aims to protect patient privacy and confidentiality.
#3
Which of the following is a common sign of patient deterioration that nurses should monitor?
Rapid pulse rate
ExplanationA rapid pulse rate is a common sign of patient deterioration that nurses should monitor.
#4
Which of the following is a common guideline for preventing healthcare-associated infections?
Practicing proper handwashing techniques
ExplanationPracticing proper handwashing techniques is a common guideline for preventing healthcare-associated infections.
#5
What is the primary role of the nurse in patient education?
To provide information and support for informed decision-making
ExplanationThe primary role of the nurse in patient education is to provide information and support for informed decision-making.
#6
What is the term for the process of assessing a patient's condition upon arrival?
Patient triage
ExplanationThe process of assessing a patient's condition upon arrival is known as patient triage.
#7
What is the main purpose of a care plan in nursing practice?
To outline the patient's treatment and care goals
ExplanationA care plan in nursing outlines the treatment and care goals for the patient.
#8
Which of the following is a common responsibility of a registered nurse (RN)?
Administering treatments
ExplanationAdministering treatments is a common responsibility of a registered nurse (RN).
#9
Which of the following is NOT a component of the SOAP note documentation method used in nursing?
Progress
ExplanationProgress is not a component of the SOAP note documentation method used in nursing.
#10
What is the purpose of the nursing process?
To provide a standardized approach to patient care
ExplanationThe nursing process aims to provide a standardized approach to patient care.
#11
What does the acronym ADPIE stand for in the nursing process?
Assess, Diagnose, Plan, Implement, Evaluate
ExplanationADPIE stands for Assess, Diagnose, Plan, Implement, Evaluate in the nursing process.
#12
Which of the following is a characteristic of evidence-based practice (EBP) in nursing?
Integration of clinical expertise, patient values, and best research evidence
ExplanationEBP in nursing involves integrating clinical expertise, patient values, and best research evidence.
#13
What does the acronym PQRST stand for in the context of pain assessment?
Provocation, Quality, Region, Severity, Timing
ExplanationPQRST in pain assessment stands for Provocation, Quality, Region, Severity, Timing.
#14
What is the primary responsibility of a nurse during patient handoff?
To ensure accurate transfer of patient information
ExplanationThe primary responsibility of a nurse during patient handoff is to ensure accurate transfer of patient information.
#15
Which of the following is a key aspect of cultural competence in nursing practice?
Respecting and incorporating cultural beliefs and practices into care
ExplanationCultural competence in nursing involves respecting and incorporating cultural beliefs and practices into care.