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1. What is the primary focus of person-centered care in nursing?
A. Ensuring that all clinical guidelines are strictly followed
B. Providing care based on the individual needs and preferences of the patient
C. Focusing on the disease process rather than the patient’s overall experience
D. Administering medications as per standardized protocols
,Answer: B. Providing care based on the individual needs and preferences of the
patient
2. Which of the following is an essential component of effective communication in
nursing?
A. Using medical jargon to explain procedures
B. Allowing patients to ask questions at any time
C. Interrupting the patient to maintain control of the conversation
D. Speaking in a monotone voice to avoid confusing the patient
Answer: B. Allowing patients to ask questions at any time
3. When conducting a health assessment, what should a nurse prioritize?
A. Completing the assessment as quickly as possible
B. Gathering comprehensive data and understanding the patient's holistic needs
C. Focusing solely on physical examination findings
D. Documenting findings in shorthand for efficiency
Answer: B. Gathering comprehensive data and understanding the patient's holistic
needs
4. Which of the following actions demonstrates the application of evidence-based
practice in nursing?
,A. Relying on traditional practices without questioning their effectiveness
B. Implementing new techniques based solely on popular trends
C. Using current research and clinical expertise to guide patient care decisions
D. Following a rigid care plan without adapting to individual patient needs
Answer: C. Using current research and clinical expertise to guide patient care
decisions
5. How can nurses effectively manage pain in patients with chronic conditions?
A. Administering pain medication at scheduled times only
B. Ignoring patient feedback on pain levels to avoid overmedication
C. Incorporating non-pharmacological interventions alongside medication
D. Focusing solely on pain management during scheduled medication rounds
Answer: C. Incorporating non-pharmacological interventions alongside medication
6. In which scenario is the use of a patient’s primary language especially important?
A. When administering routine medications
B. During a bedside shift report
C. When providing informed consent for a surgical procedure
D. When taking vital signs
, Answer: C. When providing informed consent for a surgical procedure
7. What is a key element of patient advocacy in nursing practice?
A. Prioritizing hospital policies over patient preferences
B. Ensuring that patients' wishes are communicated and respected in care decisions
C. Avoiding involvement in patient care decisions to maintain neutrality
D. Following directives from family members without considering the patient’s
desires
Answer: B. Ensuring that patients' wishes are communicated and respected in care
decisions
8. How can nurses promote a safe and therapeutic environment for patients?
A. By maintaining a clinical focus and limiting patient interactions
B. By creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages patient participation in care
C. By minimizing communication to avoid misunderstandings
D. By strictly adhering to protocols without flexibility
Answer: B. By creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages patient
participation in care
9. Which strategy is most effective for ensuring patient confidentiality in a clinical
setting?
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