1. Which of the following best describes the use of Bayesian
inference in clinical decision-making?
- A) Quantitative measure of disease prevalence
- B) Systematic error reduction in diagnostics
- C) Probability adjustment based on prior evidence and new
data
- D) Fixed data interpretation without assumptions
, - ANS : C) Probability adjustment based on prior evidence
and new data
- Rationale : Bayesian inference updates the probability for a
hypothesis as more evidence or information becomes available.
2. A patient presents with sudden onset chest pain and shortness
of breath. As an AGACNP, what is your first priority in managing
this patient?
- A) Initiate IV access
- B) Order a chest X-ray
- C) Assess airway, breathing, and circulation
- D) Obtain a detailed medical history
- ANS : C) Assess airway, breathing, and circulation
- Rationale : Immediate assessment of the airway, breathing,
and circulation (ABCs) ensures that life-threatening conditions
are managed promptly.
3. In evaluating a geriatric patient with cognitive impairment for
depression, which tool is most appropriate according to evidence-
based practice?
- A) Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
- B) Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)
- C) PHQ-9
, - D) Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
- ANS : B) Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)
- Rationale : The GDS is specifically designed and validated
for assessing depression in elderly patients, including those with
some cognitive impairment.
4. What is the primary advantage of using clinical practice
guidelines in decision-making?
- A) They replace clinical judgment
- B) They guarantee improved patient outcomes
- C) They provide evidence-based recommendations
- D) They reduce the need for clinician training
- ANS : C) They provide evidence-based recommendations
- Rationale : Clinical practice guidelines are developed by
synthesizing current evidence to guide best practices in clinical
care.
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