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Chamberlain College of Nursing: NR599 Midterm Exam (3 Versions, Latest-2023/2024) / NR 599 Midterm Exam: Nursing Informatics for Advanced Practice |100% Correct Answers, Already Graded “A”|£24.07
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The nurse understands that nursing informatics is recognized as a specialty area of practice by
which statement? (CO 7)
There is a need for nursing informatics interests to gain representation by work groups and
organizations within the United States.
The use of information and computer technology as a tool to process information to support
all areas of nursing, including practice, education, administration and research.
A formal educational program at the master's level must be completed before a nurse is
eligible to sit for the credentialing examination.
As a differentiated practice, nursing informatics is focused upon the client, the environment,
health, and the nurse.
Question 2
pts
Which statement by the nurse verifies that the nurse is "information literate"? (C0 1)
"I can use software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations."
"I utilize databases in the health care setting to input client information such as skin
condition."
"I use email over the Internet to correspond with clients and provide information."
"I understand how to search for a website and evaluate its usefulness for health care needs."
, NR 599 Week 4 Midterm Exam
Question 3
pts
The nurse gathers much data when caring for clients. Which is an example of the higher-level
"information" useful in caring for clients? (CO 1)
Lab work results include an electrolyte panel and complete blood count with differential.
After receiving Rocephin (ceftriaxone sodium) 1.0 gram IV yesterday, the client reported
feeling better today.
The client is a widowed 64-year-old black male admitted with prostatitis.
The vital signs are BP of 130/70, HR of 88, RR of 24, temperature of 98.8 degrees F., and
oxygen saturation of 98%.
Question 4
pts
Which statement best distinguishes the difference between information literacy and computer
literacy? (CO 1)
Information literacy is the foundation of the EHR whereas computer literacy helps the nurse to
access data.
A nurse can extrapolate data with computer literacy and not information skills.
Information literacy forms the basis for ongoing learning whereas computer literacy refers to a
familiarity with the use of personal computers.
Information literacy is unnecessary in health care whereas computer literacy provides the
basis for computer order entry.
, NR 599 Week 4 Midterm Exam
Question 5
pts
Which statement regarding pressures that drive the health care delivery system today is not
accurate? (CO 7)
Evidence-based practice is supported with technology that enables the health care provider to
utilize up-to-date research findings.
Managed care may utilize disease management to identify clients with chronic conditions, and
treat them effectively to minimize complications and cost.
The current and projected nursing shortage may be eliminated by instituting technology
enhancements in the acute care setting.
Medication errors and adverse events may be reduced with the implementation of
computerized physician order entry (CPOE).
Question 6
pts
Which action indicates the nurse is functioning as a knowledge worker? (CO 1)
The nurse obtains the client's vital signs of BP-120/82, P-112, and R-32, totals up the intake of
1040 ml and the output of 1100 ml, and records these data in the electronic medical record.
The nurse auscultates hypoactive bowel sounds while doing a client assessment eight hours
postoperatively after abdominal surgery and documents the assessment in the electronic
medical record.
, NR 599 Week 4 Midterm Exam
The nurse auscultates diminished breath sounds in a postoperative client the morning after
abdominal surgery and encourages the client to turn, cough, and deep breathe every hour
instead of every two hours.
The nurse administers four units of regular insulin to the client whose blood glucose is 240 at
11:30 a.m. per physician's sliding scale orders and documents it on the electronic medical
administration record.
Question 7
pts
Which of these is an advantage in the use of Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) in the health
care setting? (CO7)
Data loss is minimized due to long battery life and ease of backups.
PDAs may be synchronized with any network without the use of special equipment or
software.
Current medication information may be easily stored and compared to actual client data.
PDAs minimize the chance of interception of data transmission.
Question 8
pts
Equipment and hardware selection are based on personal and institutional needs. Which of the
following answers are considered when selecting a system? (CO 7)
Budget constraints
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