CH 9 - Nursing Theory: The Basis for Professional Nursing

The metaparadigm of nursing consists of which concepts? (Select all that apply.) A. Environment B. Health C. Caring D. Nursing E. Person

A. Environment B. Health D. Nursing E. Person

The nurse assists the patient with a bath in the morning because the patient has a cast on one hand and an intravenous line in the other. the nurse could be basing care on the philosophy of: A. Henderson B. Nightingale C. Roy D. Watson

A. Henderson

The nurse is caring for a young Hispanic patient after surgery. the patient hesitates when the nurse asks about meal selections from the menu. When the parents return, the nurse asks them what foods are eaten when one is ill. the nurse could be basing care on the theory of: A. Leininger B. Neuman C. Orlando D. Peplau

A. Leininger

Leininger's theory uses the sunrise model. What is the major premise of Leininger's theory? A. Nursing care should be culturally congruent. B. Nursing care is based on personal, interpersonal, and social systems. C. Nursing care is a deliberate action based on observation. D. Nursing care is only possible after scientific evaluation.

A. Nursing care should be culturally congruent.

Which nursing model is based on the assumption that people want to be in control of their lives? A. Orem B. King C. Roy D. Watson

A. Orem

Which of thefollowing are included in Hendersons 14 basic needs of patients? (Select all that apply.) A. The need to eliminate body wastes. B. The need for interdependence C. The need to communicate. D. The need for self-concept E. The need for work and sense of accomplishment

A. The need to eliminate body wastes. C. The need to communicate. E. The need for work and sense of accomplishment

Watsons 10 caritas processes include which of thefollowing? (Select all that apply.) A. The promotion of interpersonal teaching-learning. B. The participation in recreation. C. The instillation of faith-hope. D. Avoidance of injuring others. E. Assistance with the gratification of human needs.

A. The promotion of interpersonal teaching-learning. C. The instillation of faith-hope. Assistance with the gratification of human needs.

A patient who had a broken neck in an automobile accident and was paralyzed, but eventually went back to college, obtained a law degree, and became a practicing lawyer could be said to be demonstrating: A. adaption B. caring C. self-care D. homeostasis

A. adaption

A specific organizational structure that makes clear connections between concepts is a: A. conceptual model B. metaparadigm C. philosophy D. theory

A. conceptual model

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the term theory? A. A set of beliefs about the nature of how things work and how the world should be viewed. B. A group of related concepts, definitions, and statements that describe a certain view of nursing phenomena from which to describe or predict outcomes. C. An organizational structure that outlines concrete connections between concepts. D. Statements that describe linkages between concepts and propose a testable outcome

B. A group of related concepts, definitions, and statements that describe a certain view of nursing phenomena from which to describe or predict outcomes.

Which contemporary nursing theorist is best known for her definition of nursing that describes the nurse's role as a substitute for the patient and as a helper and partner to the patient? A. Orem B. Henderson C. Watson D. King

B. Henderson

A nurse practitioner caring for a diabetic patient thinks thepatient could gain better control of thediabetes if thepatient lost weight. After assessing thepatients perception of weight loss, role, stresses, and support systems, thenurse and patient establish thegoal of losing 5 pounds in a month. thenurse could be basing care on theconceptual model of: A. Johnson B. King C. Orem D. Roy.

B. King

The nurse adjusts thepatients room to allow thepatient to see thesunlight out thewindowand checks thepatients diet tray to ensure a balanced diet. thenurse could be basing care on thephilosophy of: A. Henderson B. Nightingale C. Roy D. Watson

B. Nightingale

The nurse has established a relationship with a patient in whom asthma was recently diagnosed. Through their interactions, the nurse helps the patient understand the mechanism of asthma and develop the skills to use a spacer with the inhaler. the nurse could be basing care on the theory of: A. Leininger B. Peplau C. Orlando D. Neuman.

B. Peplau

Which component of nursing theory describes a testable outcome? A. Conceptual model B. Proposition C. Framework D. Metaparadigm

B. Proposition

1. What are the reasons nursing theory is important to the profession? (Select all that apply.) A. Nursing theory is used to guide research but not practice. B. The goal of nursing theory is to support excellence in practice. C. Nursing as a profession becomes stronger when nursing knowledge is built on sound theory. D. Theory is a useful tool for reasoning, critical thinking, and decision making. E. Nursing theory is used by other disciplines.

B. The goal of nursing theory is to support excellence in practice. C. Nursing as a profession becomes stronger when nursing knowledge is built on sound theory. D. Theory is a useful tool for reasoning, critical thinking, and decision making.

An overriding principle of Nightingales writings on nursing dealt with which aspect of nursing? A. The relationship between nurses, physicians, and society. B. The relationship between patients, health, and environment. C. The relationship between illness and health practices. D. The relationship between hospitals, nurses, and patients

B. The relationship between patients, health, and environment.

Which contemporary theorist is best known for her emphasis on the caring aspect of nursing? A. Orem B. Watson C. Henderson D. King

B. Watson

A nurse has been introduced to theory as a guide to research and practice. This nurse is prepared at which level of nursing education? A. associate degree B. bachelor's degree C. Master's degree D. Doctoral degree

B. bachelor's degree

Which nursing theorist is best known for her emphasis on interacting systems, including nurse and patient in goal setting and goal attainment? A. Watson B. Roy C. King D. Orem

C. King

The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who is unable to feed himself and complete basic activities of daily living. the nurse does catheter care and changes the surgical dressing, as well as assisting with feeding and hygiene. the nurse could be basing care on the conceptual model of: A. Johnson B. King C. Orem D. Roy

C. Orem

The nurse observes a patient pacing around the room. the patient expresses concern that being hospitalized will cause lost wages and create economic problems. the nurse infers that the patient is anxious, which the patient confirms. the nurse could be basing care on the theory of: A. Leininger B. Neuman C. Orlando D. Peplau

C. Orlando

Which nursing theorist is best known for her emphasis on inferences based on observation of patient behavior, confirmation by thepatient, and results in effective care based on identified patient needs? A. Leininger B. Neuman C. Orlando D. Peplau

C. Orlando

Which nursing theorist based her model on the belief that adaptation to changes in the environment is the basis of health? A. Watson B. King C. Roy D. Peplau

C. Roy

Peplau's theory focuses on the therapeutic relationship as the key to successful nursing intervention. Which of the following is correct about Peplau's theory? A. It is a grand theory that demonstrates that defining nursing was more important than application to practice. B. Her theory developed from her work with oncology patients. C. The theory describes six key nursing roles that are flexibly used, depending on the practice setting. D. Her theory describes nursing roles as mother, technician, salesman, scholar, and advocate.

C. The theory describes six key nursing roles that are flexibly used, depending on the practice setting.

Which of the following best describes a middle-range theory? A. They are very limited in scope and are confined to one to three concepts. B. They do not incorporate the elements of nursing's metaparadigm in use. C. They usually blend nursing practice with nursing research. D. They do not borrow concepts from other disciplines.

C. They usually blend nursing practice with nursing research.

A broad, general view of nursing that clarifies values and answers broad disciplinary questions for nursing is known as: A. conceptual model B. metaparadigm C. philosophy D. theory

C. philosophy

A nurse conducts theory testing and theory development research to develop nursing science. This nurse is prepared at which level of nursing education? A. associate degree B. bachelor's degree C. Master's degree D. Doctoral degree

D. Doctoral degree

Nursing theory provides a foundation for theory-based practice and curriculumdevelopment. Which is a primary reason for incorporating theory into education? A. Nursing theory helps nurses explain their practice to members of other disciplines. B. Nursing theory helps transmit knowledge to new professional nurses. C. Nursing theory contributes to professional autonomy, an important characteristic of all professions. D. Nursing theory is taught as a guide to nursing practice and to teach students care within the unique perspective of nursing.

D. Nursing theory is taught as a guide to nursing practice and to teach students care within the unique perspective of nursing.

A patient had a significant blood loss in surgery and now has a low hemoglobin level. the patient complains of fatigue. the nurse intervenes to facilitate adaptation by establishing periods of rest and scheduling activities throughout the day. the nurse could be basing care on the conceptual model of: A. Johnson B. King C. Orem D. Roy

D. Roy

Which of the following human needs was not included in Hendersons 14 basic needs of patients? A. Need for work B. Sleep and rest C. Spirituality D. Sexuality

D. Sexuality

The nurse teaches the patient how to administer insulin. Before this the nurse and patient had developed a trusting relationship over several days, which included sharing feelings about having to take daily medication. the patient expressed confidence in the care provided by the nurse. The nurse could be basing care on the philosophy of: A. Henderson B. Nightingale C. Roy D. Watson

D. Watson

A group of concepts and propositions that describe linkages between the concepts is a: A. conceptual model B. metaparadigm C. philosophy D. theory

D. theory