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Which requisite emphasizes the importance of reading instructions during the licensure examination?
Which requisite emphasizes the importance of reading instructions during the licensure examination?
What factor is crucial for understanding the needs of clients in nursing care?
What factor is crucial for understanding the needs of clients in nursing care?
Which stage follows the tension stage in the reorganization process during conflict resolution?
Which stage follows the tension stage in the reorganization process during conflict resolution?
What leads to acceptance as a member of a cultural group?
What leads to acceptance as a member of a cultural group?
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Which of these influences is NOT mentioned as a factor for doing well in the licensure examination?
Which of these influences is NOT mentioned as a factor for doing well in the licensure examination?
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What is a major influence on an individual’s intellect, creativity, and thinking as per social dynamics?
What is a major influence on an individual’s intellect, creativity, and thinking as per social dynamics?
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Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the change in society or a group?
Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the change in society or a group?
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What aspect of society creates norms, values, and mores among its members?
What aspect of society creates norms, values, and mores among its members?
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Which Client Need category focuses on the activities performed by nurses to protect clients from health hazards?
Which Client Need category focuses on the activities performed by nurses to protect clients from health hazards?
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What is the percentage range of questions related to Management of Care in the Client Need category?
What is the percentage range of questions related to Management of Care in the Client Need category?
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Which area do questions related to Basic Care and Comfort focus on?
Which area do questions related to Basic Care and Comfort focus on?
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Which Client Need category includes questions about interventions to achieve optimum health?
Which Client Need category includes questions about interventions to achieve optimum health?
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In the context of NCLEX-RN examinations, what does the category Reduction of Risk Potential address?
In the context of NCLEX-RN examinations, what does the category Reduction of Risk Potential address?
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What is the focus of questions categorized under Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies?
What is the focus of questions categorized under Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies?
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Which Client Need category addresses stress management and social well-being?
Which Client Need category addresses stress management and social well-being?
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What percentage of NCLEX-RN exam questions focuses on Safety and Infection Control?
What percentage of NCLEX-RN exam questions focuses on Safety and Infection Control?
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What is the focus of Chapter 1 in Foundations of Nursing Practice?
What is the focus of Chapter 1 in Foundations of Nursing Practice?
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Which of the following units covers Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing?
Which of the following units covers Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing?
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What is emphasized in Chapter 23 about childbearing?
What is emphasized in Chapter 23 about childbearing?
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In which chapter would you find nursing care of clients with urinary/reproductive system disorders?
In which chapter would you find nursing care of clients with urinary/reproductive system disorders?
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Which chapter discusses the nursing care of clients during the postpartum period?
Which chapter discusses the nursing care of clients during the postpartum period?
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What aspect of development is covered in Chapter 5?
What aspect of development is covered in Chapter 5?
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Which chapter would provide information on crisis intervention in psychiatric nursing?
Which chapter would provide information on crisis intervention in psychiatric nursing?
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Which chapter details the nursing care of high-risk newborns?
Which chapter details the nursing care of high-risk newborns?
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What is the focus of Chapter 37 in the NCLEX Preparation Toolkit?
What is the focus of Chapter 37 in the NCLEX Preparation Toolkit?
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Which chapter covers the management of disorders usually first evident in childhood?
Which chapter covers the management of disorders usually first evident in childhood?
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What does Chapter 28 focus on?
What does Chapter 28 focus on?
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Which unit includes review questions with answers and rationales for various topics?
Which unit includes review questions with answers and rationales for various topics?
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Which chapter covers nursing care related to alterations in behavior?
Which chapter covers nursing care related to alterations in behavior?
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What term describes the ongoing process members undergo in a 12-step program?
What term describes the ongoing process members undergo in a 12-step program?
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What is a primary characteristic of a community as a secondary group?
What is a primary characteristic of a community as a secondary group?
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Which of the following best describes the function of community leaders in secondary groups?
Which of the following best describes the function of community leaders in secondary groups?
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What is the primary purpose of understanding the underlying themes in a conversation with a client?
What is the primary purpose of understanding the underlying themes in a conversation with a client?
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Which factor contributes to the success of health educational groups?
Which factor contributes to the success of health educational groups?
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the communication process?
Which of the following factors does NOT affect the communication process?
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What is a typical focus of health educational groups?
What is a typical focus of health educational groups?
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During which phase does the nurse gather data about the client before the initial interaction?
During which phase does the nurse gather data about the client before the initial interaction?
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How do members of educational groups typically feel as they gain knowledge?
How do members of educational groups typically feel as they gain knowledge?
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Which of the following is NOT a role of secondary groups in society?
Which of the following is NOT a role of secondary groups in society?
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Which statement about mood is accurate in the nurse-client relationship?
Which statement about mood is accurate in the nurse-client relationship?
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What is a common barrier to effective communication?
What is a common barrier to effective communication?
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What is a characteristic of in-service educational groups?
What is a characteristic of in-service educational groups?
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What is discussed during the orientation phase of the nurse-client relationship?
What is discussed during the orientation phase of the nurse-client relationship?
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Which of the following describes the therapeutic nurse-client relationship?
Which of the following describes the therapeutic nurse-client relationship?
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Which is NOT a factor affecting the interaction between the nurse and the client?
Which is NOT a factor affecting the interaction between the nurse and the client?
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Study Notes
General Overview
- The book is a comprehensive review guide for nursing students preparing for the NCLEX-RN® Examination.
- It is authored by a team of experienced nursing education professionals from Nassau Community College.
Structure of the Book
- Divided into units covering various nursing topics, medical-surgical nursing, mental health, women's health, child health nursing, and NCLEX preparation.
- Each unit includes review questions accompanied by answers and rationales for deeper understanding.
Classification of Questions
- Questions categorized by Client Need, Cognitive Level, Integrated Process, and Nursing Process.
- Reflects the 2010 NCLEX-RN Test Plan with percentages indicating question distribution across categories.
Key Client Need Categories
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Safe and Effective Care Environment
- Focuses on management of care (16%-22%) and safety/infection control (8%-14%).
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Health Promotion and Maintenance
- Addresses knowledge of health principles and client care (6%-12%).
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Psychosocial Integrity
- Emphasizes support for emotional, mental, and social well-being (6%-12%).
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Physiological Integrity
- Topics include basic care (6%-12%), pharmacological therapies (13%-19%), and risk reduction (10%-16%).
Preparation for the NCLEX-RN® Examination
- Understanding of subject matter and direction is crucial for success.
- Essential skills include comprehension, careful reading, effective use of test technology, determination, and building confidence.
Factors Influencing Client Needs
- Human societies have socialization processes; cultural groups form norms through rewards and punishments.
- Conflict can reshape society; resolution involves tension, integration, and reconstruction of norms.
Cultural Influence on Health
- Culture shapes perceptions of importance, truths, and realities about health.
- Community dynamics play a role in behavior and health education, with groups providing support and information.
Health Educational Groups
- Aim to provide support and knowledge to facilitate behavioral changes.
- Effective groups involve shared experiences, support equality, and are often led by healthcare professionals.### Communication in Nursing
- Conversations may seem superficial but can reveal deeper themes, aiding nurses in identifying client issues and understanding their self-concept.
- Mood encompasses the emotional state expressed by the client through physical appearance, facial expressions, and gestures.
- Interaction reflects how clients respond to nurses, including the relationships formed and the roles assumed in communication.
Factors Affecting Communication
- Language differences, psychosocial influences, and cultural backgrounds can shape communication dynamics.
- Intellectual development, gender, personal values, and perceptions can impact interactions.
- Personal space categories: intimate, personal, social, and public areas influence comfort and communication.
- Territoriality and established roles/relationships affect how messages are received and interpreted.
- Environmental factors, and congruence between verbal and nonverbal communication, play crucial roles in effective communication.
- Interpersonal attitudes can enhance or hinder the communication process.
Barriers to Effective Communication
- Cultural, linguistic, and educational differences can lead to misunderstandings.
- Hearing, speech, or comprehension problems may cause ineffective communication.
- A refusal to consider alternate viewpoints can block understanding.
- Selective inattention can disrupt message clarity and continuity.
- Environmental distractions such as noise, inadequate privacy, or uncomfortable room conditions can impair communication.
- Psychological or physiological discomfort, such as anxiety, hunger, or pain, can hinder open communication.
Phases of the Nurse-Client Relationship
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Preinteraction Phase: Begins before any client interaction, involving self-exploration concerning personal values and biases.
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Self-awareness is essential for meaningful relationships; nurses must recognize their own emotions and misconceptions.
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Initial tasks include gathering relevant client data and strategizing for the first meeting.
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Orientation/Introductory Phase: Marks the beginning of the nurse-client relationship, where the nurse establishes trust and rapport.
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Nurses introduce themselves, clarify their roles in a multidisciplinary team, and explain the purpose of interactions.
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Mutual goals are set through a contract that reflects both nurse and client expectations.
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Confidentiality and client rights are emphasized during this phase.
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Termination planning commences within this phase, establishing timelines for interactions.
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Description
This quiz is designed to help nursing students prepare for the NCLEX-RN® Examination. It covers key nursing topics such as medical-surgical nursing, mental health, and child health, alongside review questions that provide insights and rationales to deepen understanding. Enhance your test-taking skills and knowledge with this comprehensive review.
