Healthcare Nursing Processes Quiz

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What constitutes a sentinel event in healthcare?

A minor variation in patient care standards.

A routine assessment of patient health.

A planned intervention that fails to meet care expectations.

An unexpected event resulting in significant patient harm due to error. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a step in the nursing process?

Assessment

Comparison (correct)

Implementation

Planning

In the context of patient data collection, which type of data is considered primary?

Observations made by nursing staff.

Information gathered from family members.

Patient's self-reported symptoms. (correct)

Lab test results from medical records.

Which element of AIDET focuses on expressing gratitude to the patient?

Thank (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the Clinical Judgement Model?

Recognize Cues (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT considered when engaging in verbal communication?

Personal appearance (C) Signup and view all the answers

In which phase of the helping relationship does the nurse establish rapport and trust with the patient?

Orientation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following levels of communication is primarily focused on the interaction between an individual and a group of people?

Small group (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the communication process involving sender, message, receiver, and response?

To facilitate the exchange of information (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which consideration is NOT relevant to nonverbal communication?

Humor (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of body tissues?

Proteins (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about fats is accurate?

Unsaturated fats are generally considered healthier than saturated fats. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is unique in that it does not need to be consumed daily?

Vitamin K (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of calcium in the body?

Strengthening teeth and bones (A) Signup and view all the answers

Water plays multiple roles in the body. Which of the following is NOT a function of water?

Acting as a primary source of energy (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which therapeutic diet is appropriate for a patient requiring a diet that excludes hard and crunchy foods?

Soft diet (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended action for a patient with dysphagia when consuming food?

Sit upright for 30 minutes after eating (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions indicates a nursing diagnosis of 'Risk for Aspiration'?

Difficulty swallowing (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following dietary recommendations is NOT appropriate for a diabetic patient?

Consume foods high in trans fats (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does BMI primarily measure in a patient?

Weight corrected for height (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Basic Metabolic Rate (BMR)?

To determine the energy required for sustaining life activities. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a barrier to effective communication?

Asking questions to clarify understanding (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of HIPAA, what is the primary purpose of the legislation?

To ensure patient privacy and protect employee rights. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which method of communication is generally characterized by low self-esteem and avoidance of conflict?

Passive (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does nutrient density refer to in nutritional terms?

The relationship between the quantity of nutrients and the number of calories. (A) Signup and view all the answers