100% satisfaction guarantee Immediately available after payment Both online and in PDF No strings attached
Previously searched by you
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach 12th, North American Edition By Patricia Gonce Morton & Paul Thurman| All Chapters 1-53| Original| Verified| Rated A+| Test Bank $16.99
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach 12th, North American Edition By Patricia Gonce Morton & Paul Thurman| All Chapters 1-53| Original| Verified| Rated A+| Test Bank
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach 12th, North American Edition By Patricia Gonce Morton & Paul Thurman| All Chapters 1-53| Original| Verified| Rated A+| Test Bank
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part 1: The Concept Of Holism Applied To Critical Care Nursing Practice
Chapter 1: critical care nursing...
Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach 12th, North American
Edition By Patricia Gonce Morton & Paul Thurman| All Chapters 1-
53| Original| Verified| Rated A+| Test Bank
, TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part 1: The Concept Of Holism Applied To Critical Care Nursing Practice
Chapter 1: critical care nursing practice
Chapter 2: the patient’s and family’s experience with critical illness
Chapter 3: patient and family education in critical care
Chapter 4: relieving pain and providing comfort
Chapter 5: palliative care and end-of-life issues in critical care
Chapter 6: ethical and legal issues in critical care nursing
Part 2: Special Populations In Critical Care
Chapter 7: the pediatric patient who is critically ill
Chapter 8: the pregnant patient who is critically ill
Chapter 9: the older adult patient who is critically ill
Chapter 10: the patient recovering from anesthesia
Part 3 Special Situations In Critical Care
Chapter 11: rapid response teams and transport of the patient who is critically ill
Chapter 12: disaster management: implications for the critical care nurse
Part 4 Cardiovascular System
Chapter 13: anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system
Chapter 14: patient assessment: cardiovascular system
Chapter 15: patient management: cardiovascular system
Chapter 16: common cardiovascular disorders
Chapter 17: heart failure
Chapter 18: acute coronary syndrome
Chapter 19: cardiac surgery
Part 5 Respiratory System
Chapter 20: anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system
Chapter 21: patient assessment: respiratory system
Chapter 22: patient management: respiratory system
Chapter 23: common respiratory disorders
,Chapter 24: acute respiratory distress syndrome
Part 6 Renal System
Chapter 25: anatomy and physiology of the renal system
Chapter 26: patient assessment: renal system
Chapter 27: patient management: renal system
Chapter 28: acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease
Part 7 Nervous System
Chapter 29: anatomy and physiology of the nervous system
Chapter 30: patient assessment: nervous system
Chapter 31: patient management: nervous system
Chapter 32: common neurosurgical and neurological disorders
Chapter 33: traumatic brain injury
Chapter 34: spinal cord injury
Part 8 Gastrointestinal System
Chapter 35: anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system
Chapter 36: patient assessment: gastrointestinal system
Chapter 37: patient management: gastrointestinal system
Chapter 38: common gastrointestinal disorders
Part 9 Endocrine System
Chapter 39: anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system
Chapter 40: patient assessment: endocrine system
Chapter 41: common endocrine disorders
Part 10 Hematologic And Immune Systems
Chapter 42: anatomy and physiology of the hematologic and immune systems
Chapter 43: patient assessment: hematologic and immune systems
Chapter 44: organ and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
Chapter 45: common immunologic disorders
Chapter 46: common hematologic disorders
Part 11 Integumentary System
Chapter 47: anatomy and physiology of the integumentary system
,Chapter 48: patient assessment: integumentary system
Chapter 49: patient management: integumentary system
Chapter 50: burns and common integumentary disorders
Part 12 Multisystem Dysfunction
Chapter 51: shock, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and multiple
organ dysfunction syndrome
Chapter 52: trauma
Chapter 53: drug overdose and poisoning
,Part 1: The Concept Of Holism Applied To Critical Care Nursing Practice
Chapter 1: critical care nursing practice
Patr icia gonce morton; critica l care nursing: a holistic approach 12th edition, test bank
Multiple choice
1. A nurse is the only one in the ICU who has not achieved certification
in critical care nursing. She often will ask her fellow nurses what to do
in caring for a patient because she doubts the accuracy of her
knowledge and her intuition. She loves her work but wishes she could
do it with a greater level of competence. What is the most important
effect that obtaining certification would likely have on the nurse’s
practice?
A) recognition by peers
B) increase in salary and rank
C) more flexibility in seeking em ployment
D) increased confidence in making decisions
Answer: D)
Feedback: obtaining certification in critical care nursing can
significantly enhance a nurse's knowledge base and skill set, leading to
increased confidence in clinical decision -making. Certification validates
the nurse's expertise and knowledge in the field, which can alleviate
doubts about her abilities. As she becomes more familiar with evidence -
based practices and critical care protocols, her confidence in assessing
situations and making decisions will improve. While recognition by
peers, salary increase, and employment flexibility are important
benefits of certification, the primary impact on her daily practice would
be her newfound confidence, enabling her to provide better care for her
patients and engage more effectively with her team.
,2. A hospital interviews two different candidates for a position in the
ICU. Both candidates have around 10 years of experience working in
the ICU. Both have excellent interpersonal skills and highly positive
references. One, however, has certification in critical care nursing.
Which of the following is the most compelling and accurate reason for
the hospital to hire the candidate with certification?
A) the certified nurse will have more knowledge and expertise.
B) the certified nurse will behave more ethically.
C) the certified nurse will be more caring toward patients.
D) the certified nurse will work more collaboratively with other nurses.
Answer: A)
Feedback: certification in critical care nursing demonstrates that the
nurse has undergone rigorous training and assessment, thereby
validating her advanced knowledge and expertise in the field. This
specialized knowledge can enhance patient outcomes and ensure the
highest standards of care in the ICU, making this the most compelling
reason for hiring.
3. A nurse is caring for an elderly man recently admitted to the ICU
following a stroke. She assesses his cognitive function using a new
cognitive assessment test she learned about in a recent article in a
nursing journal. She then brings a cup of water and a straw to the
patient because she observes that his lips are dry. Later, she has the
patient sit in a wheelchair and takes him to have some blood tests
performed. He objects at first, saying that he can walk on his own, but
the nurse explains that it is hospital policy to use the wheelchair. That
evening, she recognizes signs of an imminent stroke in the patient and
immediately pages the physician. Which action taken by the nurse is
the best example of evidence-based practice?
A) giving the patient a cup of water
B) transferring the patient in a wheelchair
, C) using the cognitive assessment test
D) recognizing signs of imminent stroke and paging the physician
Answer: C)
Feedback: the best example of evidence-based practice in this scenario
is the use of the cognitive assessment test. This action reflects the
application of current research to clinical practice, enhancing the
assessment of the patient’s condition. While other actions are also
important, using evidence-based tools demonstrates a commitment to
integrating research into patient care.
4. A nurse is on a committee that is trying to reduce the occurrence of
hospital-acquired infections in the ICU. Her role is to conduct research
to find which interventions have been shown to be m ost effective in
reducing these infections. She consults many different sources and
finds conflicting information. Which of the following sources should she
consider the most authoritative?
A) AACN expert panel report
B) a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials in the American
journal of nursing
C) a systematic review of qualitative studies in the journal of advanced
nursing
D) a single randomized controlled trial in the American journal of
critical care
Answer: B)
Feedback: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials is considered
one of the highest levels of evidence because it synthesizes data from
multiple studies, providing a comprehensive overview of the
effectiveness of interventions. This type of research is generally more
reliable than individual studies or qualitative reviews, making it the
most authoritative source in this context.
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller NurseVirginiaHenderson. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $16.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
