NMNC 3110 Introduction to Nursing Concepts Exam 1 Practice

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• Why is maintaining confidentiality critical in nursing?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five rights of medication administration?
• Which pain assessment tool is appropriate for nonverbal children?
• Which statement best defines a nursing diagnosis?
• Which practice best ensures patient privacy is respected during documentation and communication?
• In Benner's framework, expert nurses use intuitive reasoning in which scenario?
• Safe injection practices are part of Standard Precautions and require which of the following?
• Define isotonic, hypotonic, and hypertonic IV solutions and give one clinical use for each.
• What factors are typically evaluated in a skin integrity assessment?
• Which electrolytes are most commonly balanced in nursing care, and what problems do imbalances cause?
• Which statement describes the purpose of reflection in clinical practice?
• What is the first step when you enter a patient’s room for assessment?
• Outline the proper steps for measuring and recording vital signs in a clinical setting.
• Evaluation is defined as
• Which statement best describes cuff size in blood pressure measurement?
• Which of the following best describes a novice nurse example?
• A nurse observes a patient with a shuffling gait and, after testing strength, concludes a mobility impairment. This is an example of
• Which of the following is a typical component of a comprehensive head-to-toe assessment?
• What is the typical normal range for systolic and diastolic blood pressure?
• Which of the following is an example of an observational pain scale?
• In medication administration, MAR stands for which of the following?
• What is the normal oral temperature range for adults, and at what temperature is fever generally diagnosed?
• Which statement best describes a focused assessment?
• Which of the following is a component of knowing the patient?
• Which statement best describes active listening in therapeutic communication?
• The patient goal is derived from which part of the diagnosis?
• Which statement best distinguishes a sign from a symptom?
• Apical pulse usage is for which patient group?
• Which of the following is a common sign of hypoglycemia?
• Which option correctly pairs a transmission-based precaution with an organism?
• What is the correct sequence of the five steps of the nursing process?
• Which statement correctly lists the components of the chain of infection and a method to interrupt transmission in a health care setting?
• Which elements must be explained for informed consent to be valid?
• Which statement best defines a collaborative problem?
• What is the typical SpO2 range in healthy adults?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five rights of medication administration?
• What is a key rule to maintain a sterile field during a sterile procedure?
• Which statement best defines an expert nurse according to Benner?
• Florence Nightingale is associated with which definition of nursing?
• Evaluation in the nursing process is?
• Which of the following are common complications of prolonged immobility?
• Which option best describes reflection as a concept in nursing practice?
• Name two nonpharmacologic methods to relieve pain.
• What is the first stage of wound healing?
• Compare SOAP documentation with PIE documentation formats.
• Which type of data includes vital signs?
• Name two core infection control practices in hospital settings.
• Mary Nutting is known for which achievement?
• Which information should be included when documenting vital signs?
• Which statement is true about nursing interventions?
• Clinical reasoning is described as what?
• How does nursing focus differ between acute and chronic illness?
• Describe the three checks performed when processing and administering a medication.
• Define medical asepsis and surgical asepsis and give an example of each practice.
• Reflection-in-action occurs when?
• Data for Nursing Assessment come from which sources?
• The primary purpose of the nursing process is to provide patient-centered, data-driven care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Benner's Novice nurse is defined as which?
• Which assessment activity is typically performed at hospital admission?
• What is the Nurse Practice Act?
• Which statement best identifies objective data?
• A patient is started on a diuretic. Which monitoring parameters should the nurse observe?
• Which factor is commonly evaluated in a fall risk assessment?
• Which term describes the thinking process used to reach a clinical judgement?
• Which statement best describes a nursing diagnosis?
• Which strategies help communicate with a confused or cognitively impaired patient?
• Which statement accurately describes infection control practices to interrupt transmission in healthcare?
• Clinical decision making is defined as what?
• Which statement distinguishes SOAP from PIE documentation formats?
• Which signs may indicate dehydration in a patient taking a diuretic?
• The nursing process requires the nurse to incorporate which activity when delivering care?
• What is the normal range for an adult respiratory rate?
• What is the recommended frequency for repositioning patients to prevent pressure injuries?
• Which pulse site is used in infants or when BP is checked?
• What is the primary purpose of standard precautions?
• In the SBAR framework, which component provides the clinician's assessment and interpretation?
• In the scenario where a patient undergoing abdominal radiation has liquid stool and clean, intact skin, the error in the selected nursing diagnosis is best described as which of the following?
• Which statement defines a medical diagnosis?
• Name two critical thinking dispositions important for new nurses.
• What is the correct order of components in a SOAP note?
• What is the normal arterial pH range?
• What is PROM and when is it indicated?
• Name a basic safety principle for electrical equipment in healthcare?
• Benner's Competent nurse is defined as which?
• In Tanner's Model, reflection is similar to which phase of the nursing process?
• State the general daily protein intake recommendation for an average adult (in g/kg/day).
• Which description best defines a comprehensive assessment?
• During the nursing process, which phase focuses on developing measurable outcomes and selecting interventions?
• What is the correct sequence of the five steps in the nursing process?
• Which statement accurately describes the role of a Nurse Anesthetist?
• What is the primary purpose of the Nursing Code of Ethics for Professional Registered Nurses?
• Nurse-initiated interventions are:
• Which nurse is credited with moving nursing education into universities?
• During the Evaluation phase of a care plan, what is the best action?
• In a home health assessment for a patient with diabetes, which data cue most strongly signals a potential management problem?
• Tanner's Responding is best described as
• Which step comes immediately after Assessment in the nursing process?
• Which description accurately defines isotonic IV solutions and their clinical use?
• In anatomical terms, which word describes direction toward the head?
• In emergency care, what is the correct order of priorities represented by the ABC mnemonic?
• What is a nursing diagnosis?
• Which statement best defines subjective data?
• Droplet precautions are appropriate for diseases transmitted by large droplets, such as influenza. Which PPE is typically used?
• In a head-to-toe assessment, which domain in particular evaluates mental status, orientation, and reflexes?
• Standard Precautions require which of the following?
• What does PPE stand for in infection control?
• Which outcome statement is written correctly in a care plan?
• Which statement best describes the nurse’s delegation of tasks to unlicensed personnel?
• Implementation or interventions occur during which nursing process step?
• Which statement best distinguishes acute pain from chronic pain?
• What information should be documented about a patient’s progress?
• Which pulse site is most commonly used for routine checks?
• Which statement best differentiates reflection-in-action from reflection-on-action?
• How do medical diagnoses differ from nursing diagnoses?
• When is the carotid pulse typically used during patient assessment?
• Which of the following is an example of objective data?
• When a patient develops sudden hypotension, what is the nursing priority?
• Full-thickness wounds extend through the dermis into what tissue or deeper?
• Which level of Benner's model would best describe a nurse with 2-3 years of clinical experience?
• Which initial management step is appropriate for a conscious patient with suspected hypoglycemia?
• Which description matches the supine position?
• Name a common oxygen delivery device and its typical FiO2 range at standard flow rates.
• Which statement best describes the ANA Code of Ethics?
• Name two ethical principles in nursing and provide an example of each.
• Which description best characterizes clinical reasoning?
• Which statement describes evidence-based practice in nursing?
• In nursing, problem solving is defined as
• What is cultural humility in nursing practice?
• Which level of Benner's model would best describe a nurse with more than 3 years of experience?
• Which of the following are considered core vital signs in most clinical assessments?
• What is the purpose of a nursing care plan, and what are its typical components?
• Which is a practical way to demonstrate cultural humility?
• What is aseptic technique?
• Tanner's Noticing is best described as
• Which statement best describes the role of a Nurse-Midwife?
• In the nursing process, which step involves collecting data about the patient?
• Which pain assessment scale is commonly used to rate pain intensity in adults?
• Which tools are commonly used to assess pain in children?
• Aseptic technique includes sterile technique when required.
• How is a medication administered using a MAR, and what safeguards ensure accuracy?
• State the correct body mechanics for lifting a patient to prevent injury.
• Clinical judgement is defined as which of the following?
• Benner's Proficient nurse is defined as which?
• Clara Barton is best known as founder of which organization?
• Which APN role is described as an expert clinician in a specialized area of practice?
• Which assessment is most appropriate for gathering information about a patient’s living situation and support system?
• Which characteristics describe effective nursing documentation?
• Which statement correctly differentiates subjective data from objective data?
• Chronic pain is typically defined as pain that persists longer than how many months?
• Which protective strategies can help reduce fall risk?
• What is the primary purpose of the NCLEX exam?
• Which nurse is associated with founding the American Red Cross?
• Which option correctly lists the components of a SOAP note in the standard order?
• Which statement best describes critical thinking in nursing?
• Which step involves evaluating outcomes and revising the plan?
• Which set of items is typically included in a comprehensive head-to-toe assessment?
• Which statement best describes Nursing Assessment?
• Tanner's Interpreting is best described as
• What is the recommended hand hygiene technique when hands are not visibly soiled?
• Which items in a patient room help reduce fall risk?
• Planning in the nursing process is which step?
• Identify a factor that can delay wound healing.
• Florence Nightingale is known for what foundational contribution to nursing?
• Which statement best defines objective data?
• Which description matches the prone position?
• Which action is a common fall-prevention strategy?
• Which of the following are types of nursing diagnoses?
• Which sequence correctly lists the five steps of the nursing process from first to last?
• Consultation occurs most often during which phase of the nursing process?
• Which tool is used to assess pain in nonverbal or cognitively impaired patients?
• What is the primary purpose of HIPAA?
• Which statement best describes delegation in nursing?
• Which of the following is an example of objective data?
• Airborne precautions require what PPE?
• How does a nursing diagnosis differ from a medical diagnosis?
• Partial-thickness wounds involve which layers?
• Which term describes applying knowledge to a unique patient situation to decide on action?
• SBAR stands for Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation; a structured tool for concise handoffs. What does SBAR stand for?
• Which concept is central to respecting a patient’s right to make their own decisions?
• Which safety considerations are essential when delivering oxygen therapy?
• Which concept explicitly includes the possibility to improvise new approaches based on patient response?
• What is the second step in the nursing process?
• Which practice is an example of surgical asepsis?
• Which nursing process step involves planning measurable outcomes and interventions?
• Which statement best reflects evidence-based practice in nursing?
• What are key interventions to prevent pressure injuries?
• Reflection-on-action occurs when?
• A patient goal should be described as
• During the assessment phase, essential data collection is primarily accomplished through which activity?
• A nursing diagnosis is best described as:
• Which of the following is an example of objective data?
• Before being assigned to a preceptor, what must a new graduate nurse complete?
• Which statement best describes the role of a Nurse Practitioner?
• NOT one of the four elements of informed consent?
• What is the typical normal body temperature range in Fahrenheit?
• Which of the following is an example of a professional nursing responsibility aligned with health promotion?
• Which statement describes the relationship between clinical judgement and patient action?
• Which option provides a concise SBAR example for escalating a deteriorating patient?
• Which sleep hygiene practice is commonly recommended for hospitalized patients?
• Concept mapping is best described as a method to
• Which therapeutic communication technique involves asking open-ended questions to encourage discussion?
• What PPE and precautions are required for airborne isolation, and how should patient transport be managed?
• Why are vital signs routinely assessed?
• Lillian Wald is recognized for which accomplishment?
• Which of the following factors increases fall risk in older adults?
• Which factor best advanced nursing practice in the 21st century?
• Which concept is most closely associated with evaluating care after it has occurred?
• A PES statement in nursing diagnoses includes which elements?
• Which statement best defines cultural humility?
• Autonomy in nursing is best described as which?
• What rights are involved in informed consent?
• Which element is essential when documenting patient care for accuracy and reliability?
• What is the purpose of a fall risk assessment in nursing care?
• Which pulse site is commonly used in infants or during emergency assessment?
• What is the nurse’s role in delegation?
• What are the main stages of wound healing and name a factor that can delay healing?
• Which of the following is a legal and ethical obligation of nursing documentation?
• Which of the following best describes key elements of therapeutic communication?
• Which nurse is known for reducing infection risk through cleanliness and founding modern nursing?
• In interpretivist nursing, which factor is least emphasized when caring for a patient?
• SBAR stands for which of the following?
• What does HIPAA protect?
• A well-written patient outcome statement should be measurable and have a specific time frame.
• How do acute and chronic pain differ in duration and management goals?
• Which statement best describes how nutrition relates to preventing pressure injuries?
• Which of the following would be an appropriate nonverbal cue when communicating with a cognitively impaired patient?
• A nursing intervention is
• Name three evidence-based patient education strategies that enhance learning.
• What is the typical normal body temperature range in Celsius?
• Which assessment approach is best to collect data about a patient’s self-esteem?
• Clinical judgment involves which of the following?
• In emergency triage, which statement best describes the primary priorities?
• Compare numeric pain scales with observational pain scales and indicate when each is appropriate.
• In nursing practice, which needs take priority according to Maslow's hierarchy?
• Which phase of the nursing process involves evaluating the patient's response to care?
• Which statement best explains why the five rights are important?
• In anatomical terms, what does anterior indicate?