Practice Exam for NURS1020 Exam 3

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A nurse is utilizing evidence-based practice (EBP) when providing care to a patient. Which of the following best describes evidence-based practice?

Utilizing the nursing process without considering the latest research

Integrating the best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences (correct)

Relying solely on personal clinical experience to make care decisions

Applying hospital policies without evaluating patient preferences

Which of the following is an example of evidence-based nursing practice?

Administering medications without reviewing current research guidelines

Assessing a patient based on their culture, preferences, and the latest research (correct)

Implementing interventions solely based on nurse’s personal experience

Performing all nursing tasks according to outdated procedures

A nurse is providing postoperative care and uses chewing gum to prevent ileus, based on recent research findings. This is an example of:

Personal clinical preference

Evidence-based practice (correct)

A unit-specific best practice

A hospital mandate

Which of the following describes "best practice" in nursing?

Using evidence to improve practice on a specific unit Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is evaluating their care decisions. Which of the following factors should they consider when making evidence-based decisions? (Select all that apply)

Latest research findings Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes health equity?

Ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their highest health potential Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is teaching a patient newly diagnosed with hypertension about lifestyle modifications. Which of the following topics should the nurse prioritize?

The importance of regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and stress management Signup and view all the answers

In the context of patient education, which teaching method would be most effective for teaching a skill, such as using an inhaler?

Lecture and demonstration Signup and view all the answers

A nurse assesses a patient’s motivation to learn about managing their diabetes. Which factor is most likely to increase the patient’s motivation?

Providing non-judgmental support during teaching Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following teaching techniques is used to confirm patient understanding of newly taught health information?

Teach-back method Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a patient. Which step should the nurse take first?

Assessing the patient’s needs, motivation, and ability to learn Signup and view all the answers

Which domain of learning is being targeted when a nurse helps a patient cope with the emotional aspects of a chronic illness?

Affective Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is caring for a patient from a non-Western culture who expresses a preference for holistic treatments over biomedical interventions. Which of the following nursing actions best respects the patient's cultural beliefs?

Educating the patient on combining both biomedical and holistic approaches, if feasible Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is preparing to conduct a health assessment with a patient who practices cupping as part of their cultural health practices. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action?

Asking the patient to explain the purpose and benefits of cupping Signup and view all the answers

A nurse working with a Native American patient notices that the patient avoids direct eye contact. Which of the following interpretations should the nurse make?

The patient’s cultural background may interpret eye contact differently Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is educating a Muslim patient who expresses concerns about a new medication because it contains gelatin. The nurse's best response to this concern is to:

Consult the pharmacy for a gelatin-free alternative Signup and view all the answers

A patient with limited English proficiency is being educated about their discharge instructions using an interpreter. Which of the following practices is inappropriate?

The nurse speaks directly to the interpreter to ensure accuracy Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is working with a patient who is experiencing spiritual distress due to an inability to practice daily rituals in the hospital setting. Which intervention is most appropriate?

Provide alternative options that allow the patient to practice elements of their rituals Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is aware that a patient's religious beliefs prohibit blood transfusions. The patient is scheduled for surgery with potential for significant blood loss. Which nursing action best demonstrates cultural sensitivity?

Discussing alternative methods to manage blood loss Signup and view all the answers

A patient is experiencing the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) in response to acute stress. Which physiological changes would the nurse expect to observe in this stage?

Increase in blood glucose levels and epinephrine release Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is assessing an elderly patient who reports high levels of stress due to the recent loss of a spouse. The nurse understands that stress in older adults may present differently. Which of the following coping mechanisms is most commonly utilized by older adults?

Drawing on past experiences to manage current stressors Signup and view all the answers

During a patient’s response to chronic stress, which physiological reaction is most likely to occur during the resistance stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

Stabilization of hormone levels and repair of damage Signup and view all the answers

A patient in an acute care setting shows signs of severe anxiety, including hyperventilation and sweating. What is the nurse's priority intervention?

Stay with the patient to provide safety and reassurance Signup and view all the answers

A nurse observes that a patient is frequently anxious due to a recent diagnosis of chronic illness. The nurse plans to teach coping strategies. Which strategy would be least effective in helping the patient manage chronic stress?

Avoidance of stressors through isolation Signup and view all the answers

The nurse is caring for a patient experiencing the exhaustion stage of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) due to prolonged stress. Which clinical manifestation would the nurse expect?

Impaired immune function and depletion of energy reserves Signup and view all the answers

A nurse is working with a patient who copes with stress by frequently expressing emotions and seeking social support. This coping mechanism is best described as:

Emotion-focused coping Signup and view all the answers

Practice Exam for NURS1020 Exam 3

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A nurse is utilizing evidence-based practice (EBP) when providing care to a patient. Which of the following best describes evidence-based practice?

Which of the following is an example of evidence-based nursing practice?

A nurse is providing postoperative care and uses chewing gum to prevent ileus, based on recent research findings. This is an example of:

Which of the following describes "best practice" in nursing?

A nurse is evaluating their care decisions. Which of the following factors should they consider when making evidence-based decisions? (Select all that apply)

Which of the following statements best describes health equity?

A nurse is teaching a patient newly diagnosed with hypertension about lifestyle modifications. Which of the following topics should the nurse prioritize?

In the context of patient education, which teaching method would be most effective for teaching a skill, such as using an inhaler?

A nurse assesses a patient’s motivation to learn about managing their diabetes. Which factor is most likely to increase the patient’s motivation?

Which of the following teaching techniques is used to confirm patient understanding of newly taught health information?

A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a patient. Which step should the nurse take first?

Which domain of learning is being targeted when a nurse helps a patient cope with the emotional aspects of a chronic illness?

A nurse is caring for a patient from a non-Western culture who expresses a preference for holistic treatments over biomedical interventions. Which of the following nursing actions best respects the patient's cultural beliefs?

A nurse is preparing to conduct a health assessment with a patient who practices cupping as part of their cultural health practices. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action?

A nurse working with a Native American patient notices that the patient avoids direct eye contact. Which of the following interpretations should the nurse make?

A nurse is educating a Muslim patient who expresses concerns about a new medication because it contains gelatin. The nurse's best response to this concern is to:

A patient with limited English proficiency is being educated about their discharge instructions using an interpreter. Which of the following practices is inappropriate?

A nurse is working with a patient who is experiencing spiritual distress due to an inability to practice daily rituals in the hospital setting. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A nurse is aware that a patient's religious beliefs prohibit blood transfusions. The patient is scheduled for surgery with potential for significant blood loss. Which nursing action best demonstrates cultural sensitivity?

A patient is experiencing the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) in response to acute stress. Which physiological changes would the nurse expect to observe in this stage?

A nurse is assessing an elderly patient who reports high levels of stress due to the recent loss of a spouse. The nurse understands that stress in older adults may present differently. Which of the following coping mechanisms is most commonly utilized by older adults?

During a patient’s response to chronic stress, which physiological reaction is most likely to occur during the resistance stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

A patient in an acute care setting shows signs of severe anxiety, including hyperventilation and sweating. What is the nurse's priority intervention?

A nurse observes that a patient is frequently anxious due to a recent diagnosis of chronic illness. The nurse plans to teach coping strategies. Which strategy would be least effective in helping the patient manage chronic stress?

The nurse is caring for a patient experiencing the exhaustion stage of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) due to prolonged stress. Which clinical manifestation would the nurse expect?

A nurse is working with a patient who copes with stress by frequently expressing emotions and seeking social support. This coping mechanism is best described as:

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