,1. Which of the following best describes the concept of
"patient-centered care"?
- A) Care provided based only on the physician's
expertise.
- B) Involvement of the patient and family in the decision-
making process about care.
- C) Standardized care for all patients regardless of
individual needs.
- D) Care focused only on technological interventions.
Answer: B
Rationale: Patient-centered care involves the inclusion of
the patient and family in the decision-making process,
tailoring care to fit the individual’s needs and preferences.
2. In evidence-based practice, what is the first step in the
process?
- A) Critically appraising the evidence
- B) Formulating a clinical question
- C) Implementing the evidence in practice
- D) Evaluating patient outcomes
Answer: B
Rationale: Formulating a clinical question is the first step,
which sets the direction for subsequent steps like searching
for and appraising evidence.
Answer: C
Rationale: Nurse Practitioners are prepared and licensed
to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
4. A patient with heart failure is receiving digoxin. Which
electrolyte imbalance increases the risk of digoxin toxicity?
- A) Hypercalcemia
- B) Hyponatremia
- C) Hypermagnesemia
- D) Hypokalemia
Answer: D
Rationale: Hypokalemia increases the risk of digoxin
toxicity as potassium and digoxin compete for binding at the
same site.
5. What is the primary purpose of clinical pathways in
nursing practice?
- A) To replace clinical judgment
- B) To provide detailed patient histories
- C) To standardize care and improve outcomes
- D) To serve as reference for pharmacological therapies
Answer: C
Rationale: Clinical pathways are structured to
standardize care processes and improve patient outcomes
based on evidence.
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