105 Questions
Which abbreviation stands for 'potassium' in medical terminology?
K
What does the abbreviation 'DNR' stand for?
Do Not Resuscitate
What does the abbreviation 'ABG' stand for?
Arterial Blood Gas
What does the abbreviation 'H&P' stand for?
History and Physical Exam
Which of the following best describes the concept of holism in healthcare?
An approach that considers the interaction between the body, mind, and spirit
What is the primary duty of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?
To deliver direct nursing care to the patient
What is the goal of the interdisciplinary healthcare team?
To restore patients to their optimal level of functioning and wellness
Which of the following factors influence health economics?
All of the above
What is the traditional definition of a family?
A unit of people related by marriage, birth or adoption
Which of the following factors influence health values and behaviors?
Cultural background
Which of the following needs is considered a higher level need in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
Self-esteem
Which prefix means 'without'?
An-
Which prefix means 'around'?
Circum-
Which prefix means 'blood'?
Hemo-
Which prefix means 'nerve'?
Neuro-
Which of the following is a legal document that indicates a patient's wishes regarding future medical care?
Advanced Directive
Which of the following is true about informed consent?
All of the above
Which of the following is an example of defamation?
Slander
Which of the following is a requirement for maintaining confidentiality of patient information?
HIPAA
Which government agency monitors the workplace for the health and safety of employees?
OSHA
What is the purpose of the Good Samaritan Act?
To encourage assistance in emergencies outside of healthcare facilities
What is the highest order need according to the concept of self-actualization?
Self-fulfillment needs
What is the purpose of licensure for nursing professionals?
To apply for a license in a specific state
Which abbreviation stands for 'carbon dioxide' in medical terminology?
CO2
What does the abbreviation 'ER' stand for?
Emergency room
What does the abbreviation 'HIV' stand for?
Human immunodeficiency virus
What does the abbreviation 'I&O' stand for?
Intake and output
What does the abbreviation 'PO' stand for?
Per os (orally)
Which of the following factors influence health values and behaviors?
Cultural factors
Which of the following is an example of a physical environmental factor that influences health?
Infectious diseases
Which of the following needs is considered a higher level need in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
Self-esteem needs
Which of the following is true about genetic make-up and health status?
Genetic make-up affects personality and intellectual potential
Which of the following is a primary need to sustain life according to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
Shelter
Which of the following is true about informed consent?
It must be obtained before any medical treatment or procedure
What is the goal of the interdisciplinary healthcare team?
To improve communication between healthcare professionals
Which of the following is a legal document that indicates a patient's wishes regarding future medical care?
Advanced directive
What is the purpose of licensure for nursing professionals?
To protect the public from unqualified or incompetent nurses
Which abbreviation stands for 'potassium' in medical terminology?
K
Which of the following best describes the concept of holism in healthcare?
An approach to healthcare that considers the interactions between body, mind, and spirit
What is the primary duty of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?
To deliver direct nursing care to patients
What is the goal of the interdisciplinary healthcare team?
To restore patients to their optimal level of functioning and wellness
Which of the following factors influence health values and behaviors?
All of the above
What does the abbreviation 'H&P' stand for?
History and Physical
Which government agency is responsible for monitoring the workplace for the health and safety of employees?
OSHA
What is the term used to describe a violation of civil law that involves a wrong against an individual or their property?
Tort
What is the term used to describe the failure to do or not do what a reasonable and prudent person would do under similar circumstances, placing another person at risk for harm?
Negligence
What is the term used to describe the legal responsibility for one's acts and omissions, and what is the term used to describe poor practice?
Liability, Malpractice
What is the term used to describe the highest order needs in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, where a person is self-fulfilled, can learn, create, understand, and experience one's full potential?
Self-Actualization
Which of the following is true about malpractice?
It refers to injury or damage caused to a patient due to failure to provide a reasonable standard of care.
Which of the following is true about informed consent?
It implies the person's participation in the decision-making process.
What is the definition of defamation?
When a person makes untrue remarks about another that damage the person's reputation.
What is the definition of false imprisonment?
Preventing a person from leaving or restricting their movement within a facility.
What is the purpose of an advanced directive?
To indicate a patient's wishes regarding future medical care.
Which of the following abbreviations is used to indicate 'every other day' in medication orders?
QOD
Which of the following abbreviations is used to indicate 'before meals' in medication orders?
AC
Which of the following abbreviations is used to indicate 'activities of daily living'?
ADL
Which of the following abbreviations is used to indicate 'blood pressure'?
BP
Which of the following abbreviations is used to indicate 'intravenous push'?
IVP
Which of the following is a summary of the patient's rights according to the Patient's Bill of Rights?
The right to receive high quality care without discrimination
What is the purpose of the Nurse Practice Act?
To define and limit the scope of nursing practice
What is licensure in nursing?
The process of applying for a license to practice nursing
What is liability protection in nursing?
Being legally responsible for one's acts and omissions
What is the goal of the Good Samaritan Act?
To provide immunity from liability to voluntary caregivers in emergencies
Which of the following is a legal document that indicates a patient's wishes regarding future medical care?
Advanced Directive
Which of the following best describes the concept of holism in healthcare?
An approach to healthcare that considers the interactions between the body, mind, and spirit of the patient
What is the term used to describe preventing a person from leaving or restricting their movement within a facility?
False Imprisonment
What is the definition of wellness?
The appreciation and enjoyment of good health
What is the term used to describe when a person makes remarks about another that are untrue and those remarks damage the person's reputation?
Defamation
What is the role of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the healthcare team?
To provide direct nursing care to the patient
What is the term used to describe consent that is permission granted by the patient or their legal representative?
Informed Consent
What is the goal of the interdisciplinary healthcare team?
To restore patients to their optimal level of functioning and wellness
Which of the following is true about medical records?
They may give rise to legal liability
What is the definition of illness?
A diminished or impaired state of health
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which of the following needs must be met before a person can address higher level needs?
Basic Physiological needs
Which of the following factors influence health economics?
All of the above
What is the definition of culture?
A set of learned values, beliefs, customs, and practices shared by a group
What is the definition of religion?
A specific system of beliefs and worship
How does psychosocial stress affect health?
It can lead to health problems
Which of the following is a legal document that indicates a patient's wishes regarding future medical care?
Living will
What is the purpose of licensure for nursing professionals?
To ensure high quality patient care
Which of the following is a requirement for maintaining confidentiality of patient information?
Storing patient information in a secure manner
What is the primary duty of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?
Assisting with patient care
What is the goal of the interdisciplinary healthcare team?
To improve patient outcomes
Which of the following factors influence health values and behaviors?
Genetics
What does the abbreviation 'I&O' stand for?
Intake and Output
Which government agency monitors the workplace for the health and safety of employees?
OSHA
What is the term used to describe failure to do or not do what a reasonable and prudent person would do under similar circumstances, placing another person at risk for harm?
Negligence
What is the purpose of obtaining malpractice insurance before beginning nursing practice?
To financially cover the nurse in case of a monetary award
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences health economics?
Availability of healthcare
Which of the following is NOT a physical environmental factor that influences health?
Patterns of eating
Which of the following best describes the expanded definition of family?
Two or more people who are emotionally involved with each other
Which of the following is a legal document that indicates a patient's wishes regarding future medical care?
Advanced directive
Which of the following is true about informed consent?
It implies the person's participation in the decision-making process
What is the purpose of an incident report?
To document all occurrences in the patient's chart
Which of the following abbreviations stands for 'cardiopulmonary resuscitation' in medical terminology?
CPR
What does the abbreviation 'ABG' stand for in medical terminology?
Arterial blood gas
What does the abbreviation 'DNR' stand for in medical terminology?
Do not resuscitate
Which of the following best describes the concept of holism in healthcare?
An approach to healthcare that considers the interactions between the body, mind, and spirit.
What is the primary duty of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?
To deliver direct nursing care to patients.
What is the purpose of licensure for nursing professionals?
To establish professional standards and regulate the practice of nursing.
What is the term used to describe poor practice?
Incompetence
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which of the following needs must be met before a person can address higher level needs?
Physiological needs
What is the primary duty of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?
Providing basic patient care
What does the abbreviation 'PO' stand for?
Per os
Which of the following is an example of defamation?
Making false statements about someone
Study Notes
Practical Nursing and Origins of Nursing
- Health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.
- Illness is a diminished or impaired state of health due to disease, deterioration, or injury.
- Holism is an approach to healthcare that considers the interactions between the body, mind, and spirit, addressing all needs of the patient.
- Wellness is more than the absence of disease symptoms; it is a state of mental and physical balance and fitness.
- LPNs are active participants in the healthcare team, providing physical and emotional care under the supervision of a RN, physician, or dentist.
- The LPN's primary duty is to deliver direct nursing care to the patient.
- LPNs also function as collaborators, delegators, educators, and advocates.
- The healthcare team consists of various workers who provide medical and mental health services to patients in different settings.
- LPNs are responsible for acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to meet patient needs and should seek further growth through continuing education.
- Factors that influence health include economics, environmental factors, family dynamics, cultural background, religious beliefs, and psychosocial and biological factors.
- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs prioritizes patient needs, starting with basic physiological needs and progressing to higher level needs.
- Patients have the right to high quality care without discrimination, to be treated with respect and dignity, to access information about their illness, to be involved in decision making, and to privacy and confidentiality.
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