Evidence-Based Health Assessment Quiz

What is the purpose of diagnostic reasoning in healthcare?

To collect subjective data directly from the patient
To draw conclusions to identify diagnoses (correct)
To observe physical characteristics of patients
To perform laboratory testing on patients

Which component is NOT part of the hypothetico-deductive process of diagnostic reasoning?

Performing laboratory testing on patients (correct)
Attending to initially available cues
Formulating diagnostic hypotheses
Evaluating each hypothesis with new data

What is a 'cue' in the context of diagnostic reasoning?

A method used to collect subjective data
A piece of information, sign, symptom, or laboratory data (correct)
A final diagnosis of a patient's condition
A tentative explanation for a symptom

Which of the following is NOT a type of direct observed data during a healthcare assessment?

Results of laboratory testing like CBC (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of developing a preliminary list of significant signs and symptoms for all patient health needs?

To establish a list of potential diagnoses based on symptoms (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which method is used to collect subjective data during a healthcare assessment?

IPPA (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse's demeanor be when greeting a client?

Calm and professional (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of facial expression should a nurse maintain during an assessment?

Neutral and friendly (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using open-ended questions during an assessment?

To elicit the client's feelings and perceptions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using well-placed phrases like 'um-hum' or 'I agree' during an assessment?

To encourage the client to continue speaking (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of maintaining good eye contact during an assessment?

To demonstrate active listening (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using closed-ended questions during an assessment?

To focus on specific information (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of health assessment?

To collect data about a client's overall level of functioning (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the end result of a nursing assessment?

Formulating nursing diagnoses and identifying collaborative care needs (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of subjective data?

Pain reported by the patient (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of subjective data?

The patient themselves (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a major area of subjective data?

Laboratory test results (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between subjective data and objective data?

Subjective data is collected from the patient, objective data is collected by the nurse (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of clustering or grouping together the assessment data?

To find any casual or associated data (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of validating the data collected during the assessment?

Both a and b (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between an initial comprehensive assessment and an ongoing or partial assessment?

An initial comprehensive assessment is conducted at the beginning of care, while an ongoing assessment is conducted throughout the course of care. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of priority setting in the nursing assessment process?

To determine the order in which problems should be addressed (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an ongoing or partial assessment?

Involves a step-by-step physical examination (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of eliminating extraneous variables that can influence the assessment data?

To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the introductory phase of the interview?

To establish rapport and explain the interview process (B) Signup and view all the answers

During the working/maintenance phase, what is the nurse's primary role?

To actively listen and observe the client's cues (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the summary/closing or concluding phase?

To summarize the information, validate problems and goals, and discuss potential plans (C) Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to refer to the summary/closing or concluding phase?

Termination phase (A) Signup and view all the answers

During which phase does the nurse elicit the client's comments about major biographic data and reasons for seeking care?

Working/maintenance phase (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the interview process described in the text?

To identify the client's problems and goals collaboratively (D) Signup and view all the answers