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NUR325

Patient Assessment & Health Literacy

Comprehensive Finals Review (Qns & Ans)

2025




1. Which of the following assessment tools is best used to
evaluate a patient's readiness to learn?
- a) Glasgow Coma Scale
- b) Mini-Mental State Examination
- c) Patient Activation Measure (PAM)
- d) Braden Scale
- ANS: c) Patient Activation Measure (PAM)


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, - Rationale: The PAM assesses a patient's knowledge, skills,
and confidence in managing their health, indicating readiness to
learn.


2. In health literacy assessment, the "teach-back" method is used
primarily to:
- a) Diagnose cognitive impairments
- b) Judge the healthcare provider's teaching ability
- c) Confirm patient understanding
- d) Monitor patient satisfaction
- ANS: c) Confirm patient understanding
- Rationale: Teach-back ensures patients understand medical
instructions by having them repeat the information in their own
words.


3. Which communication strategy is most effective for
improving health literacy?
- a) Using scientific jargon
- b) Speaking in a louder tone
- c) Using plain language
- d) Increasing the quantity of provided information
- ANS: c) Using plain language

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, - Rationale: Plain language ensures information is accessible,
facilitating better understanding and retention.


4. When assessing a patient with limited health literacy, which
visual aid is least effective?
- a) Simplified charts with icons
- b) Lengthy written pamphlets
- c) Infographics
- d) Videos demonstrating procedures
- ANS: b) Lengthy written pamphlets
- Rationale: Long, text-heavy materials are often
overwhelming for individuals with limited literacy skills.


5. Which method is optimal for assessing a non-verbal patient's
pain level?
- a) Verbal Numeric Rating Scale
- b) Visual Analog Scale
- c) Behavioral Pain Scale
- d) McGill Pain Questionnaire
- ANS: c) Behavioral Pain Scale
- Rationale: This scale evaluates pain based on observable
behaviors, making it suitable for non-verbal patients.
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6. The ___________ is an essential component of the nursing
process that involves gathering comprehensive information about
the patient's health status.
- ANS: Assessment
- Rationale: Assessment is a critical first step in identifying
patient needs and planning care.


7. When evaluating health literacy, it is important to assess the
patient's ability to ___________ medical instructions.
- ANS: Understand
- Rationale: Understanding ensures that the patient can
follow instructions correctly for effective self-management.


8. A standardized ___________ is often used to assess the
cognitive function of older adults during a health assessment.
- ANS: Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
- Rationale: The MMSE helps determine the level of
cognitive function and potential impairments.




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