RECALL 9 NP 1
Nurse Vivian finally plans to conduct parent's classes using the educational approach. This approach is intended to _____. Select all that apply. 1. Provide information 2. Develop the necessary skills 3. Provide change to a particular direction 4. Help people make an impulsive choice A. 1 and 2 B. 1, 2, and 3 C. 2, 3, and 4 D. 2 and 3
A. 1 and 2
When documenting the intake-output of Darren, Nurse Trisha should remember that she must use precise measurements to ensure accuracy. Which of the following reflects accuracy? 1. Darren drank an adequate amount of fluid during the shift. 2. Darren's intake during the shift is 360 ml. 3. Darren's wound is 3 cm in length. 4. Darren's wound is large and gaping. A. 1 and 3 B. 2 and 3 C. 3 and 4 D. 1 and 4
B. 2 and 3
Nurse Susan should prevent or reduce infectious agents PRIMARILY through the following practices. Select all that apply. 1. Clean the room with antiseptic solutions 2. Proper garbage disposal 3. Mandatory hand washing upon entry to hospital 4. Improve safety administration of medicines A. 1, 2 & 3 B. 2, 3 & 4 C. 1 & 3 D. 1 & 4
B. 2, 3 & 4
As a professional, the nurse must always conduct herself appropriately. Which of the following behaviors does NOT correspond to this statement? A. Avoid any abuse of the privilege relationship which exists with patients. B. Accept gift or hospitality from any person in exchange for a requested favor. C. Not demand and receive any commission, fee or emolument for referrals made. D. Not allowing themselves to be used in advertisement that would demean the image of profession.
B. Accept gift or hospitality from any person in exchange for a requested favor.
An important added data that nurse Alexus should ask Esther, should we consider the presence of a gynecological problem is A. Date of menarche B. Date of last menstrual period C. Her age and civil status
B. Date of last menstrual period
Health teams have an obligation to work together to improve patient care. Which of the following messages does NOT support this statement? A. Use unique and complementary abilities of team members to optimize patient care B. Forge independent relationship from other professions to advance learning C. Recognize one's limitations in knowledge and skills. D. Communicate with team members to clarify each member's tasks.
B. Forge independent relationship from other professions to advance learning
Respiratory function is altered in clients with asthmatic attack. Which of the following is the cause of this alteration that Nurse Chard should understand in order for him to make a good nursing care plan? A. Narrowing of the upper air passages B. Increased airway resistance C. Inadequate surfactant reaction D. Paradoxical movements of the chest wall
B. Increased airway resistance
In order to help Byron go to sleep, what simple and inexpensive nursing intervention can the nurse provide considering the type of room Byron is confined in? A. Room should be well ventilated B. Light should be dimmed at specific time C. Putting on the air conditioning unit D. Putting on dark-colored curtains
B. Light should be dimmed at specific time
There are two important laboratory examinations that could validate Nurse Alexus' presumptions on the case which are A. CBC and stool examination B. Urinalysis and CBC C. Stool and urine examinations D. Urinalysis and vaginal examinations
B. Urinalysis and CBC
To protect spreading infection from one patient to another, Nurse Susan must not forget to wash her hands _________. A. before and after making rounds and endorsement of all clients B. before and after performing procedures and in between patient care C. twice before and after all the procedures are done to all the clients D. apply alcohol before and after performing procedures to all patients
B. before and after performing procedures and in between patient care
Arielle needs some physical activity after operation MAINLY to improve healing of which parts of the body? Select all that apply. 1. Skeletal 2. Integumentary 3. Respiratory 4. Muscular A. 1 only B. 4 only C. 1 and 4 D. 2 and 3
C. 1 and 4
The steps in conducting quality improvement consist of the following: 1. Identify and select strategies 2. Evaluate QI outcomes 3. Implement solution in small scale 4. State the problem 5. Expand scope of QI throughout the organization Which is the correct sequence in the QI process? a. 1, 2, 3, 5, 2 b. 2, 1, 5, 3, 4 C. 4, 2, 1, 3, 5 D. 1, 4, 5, 3, 2
C. 4, 2, 1, 3, 5
The case rate amount depends on the final diagnosis, each diagnosis having corresponding fixed amount or package. The case rate amount means that: A. Patient/Family shall pay the total bill and shall be reimbursed later by the HCI. B. The amount that can be paid by the patient on installment basis C. Amount shall be deducted by the Health Care Insurance (HCI) from the member's total bill. D. Prior to discharge, amount shall be paid in full except doctors' fees.
C. Amount shall be deducted by the Health Care Insurance (HCI) from the member's total bill.
A member of health team proposes another community project. What is the MOST appropriate thing to do when you disagree with the proposal? A. Question the proposal indirectly by telling your opinions to others B. Blame the proponent and tell him he is unprofessional C. Be frank while remaining flexible and open-minded. D. Be absent in the next scheduled meeting of the health team.
C. Be frank while remaining flexible and open-minded.
The nursing diagnosis appropriate for Byron is A. Insomnia B. Sleep deprivation related to problems in school C. Disturbed sleep pattern related to school problem D. Readiness for enhanced sleep
C. Disturbed sleep pattern related to school problem
Situation: Samson, 66 years old, a foreigner, was admitted to the hospital due to high fever for five days. His temperature on admission was 37.5 'C with flushed and warm to touch skin. Nurse Celine, who is his attending nurse, gave him a cool sponge bath. Cool sponge bath is an independent intervention of nurse Celine aimed at A. Alleviating discomforts of client Samson B. Generalizing full sponge bath care to client Jimmy get hospital admission policy C. Diverting the temperature of client Samson D. Normalizing the vital signs of client Samson
C. Diverting the temperature of client Samson
Client Arny knows that he will be given decongestant through inhalation. What will be the instruction of Nurse Chard? That he should breathe and that the nozzle of the NEBULIZER should be MAINLY near his _____________. A. Nose only B. Face C. Mouth only D. Nose and mouth
C. Mouth only
Situation: Client Arny, 33 years old, is known for his asthma attacks. His asthma attacks commonly occur at the change of climate in his hometown. He was just wearing a "sando" {sleeveless shirt} and short pants when he was admitted to the hospital. What will be Nurse Chard's PRIORITY INTERVENTION? A. Put him near the electric fan to assist him in breathing B. Ask him what triggered his attack this time C. Place him in a comfortable environment D. Put him near the nurse's station so that he could be assessed often
C. Place him in a comfortable environment
Nurse Gianna intends to work as a Public Health Nurse. Which part of the Nursing Law should Nurse Gianna refer to for her safe practice as a novice nurse? A. Nursing Research B. Nursing Personnel System C. Scope of Nursing Practice D. Nursing Education
C. Scope of Nursing Practice
In a conflict situation, health team members have mutually reached an acceptable resolution to the issue that partially satisfies parties concerned. This approach is referred to as ____________. A. competing B. avoiding C. compromising D. accommodating
C. compromising
After client Samson's body temperature stabilized to normal, he began to complain of feeling hot and finds difficulty of adjusting to the climate two days after. What is the APPROPRIATE answer to nurse Celine? A. "Foreigners cannot adjust to hot temperatures" B. "People from cold regions have less brown adipocytes" C. "Those who lived in cold places have lower metabolic rate than those who live in tropical region" D. "People from cold regions have more brown adipocytes"
D. "People from cold regions have more brown adipocytes"
To start the health education class and to get the parent's active participation, which of the following is the BEST question to ask? A. "Did you cook your child's lunch today?" B. "Who among you have kids who are underweight?" C. "Can you explain the "Plate Method"?" D. "What food do you usually prepare to your kids lunch?"
D. "What food do you usually prepare to your kids lunch?"
There are several approaches and tools in (QI). One of these is the Fishbone diagram, developed by K. Ishikawa. Which BEST describes the Fishbone diagram? It is ____. a. A cause-and-effect diagram b. A wholistic approach in problem identification c. Used in interview sessions d. Useful in focusing on problem symptoms
a. A cause-and-effect diagram
As a QI tool, the Gantt chart is useful for planning and scheduling projects. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about the GANTT chart? It ______. a. Provides a graphical illustration of resources b. Plans the order in which you'll complete tasks c. Tracks specific tasks in a project. d. Helps assess how long a project should take
a. Provides a graphical illustration of resources
Ethical decision making is the component of ethics that focuses on ____. a. The result of the decision b. The process of how decision are made c. The factors impinging on making the decision d. Who makes the decision
b. The process of how decision are made
The central question in any charge of malpractice is whether the prevailing standard of care was met. Which of the following statements are TRUE about standards of nursing care? 1. Basic prudent nursing care is a standard. 2. Any health care provider can determine standards of care. 3. Standards of care are never changing. 4. Standards are based on the ethical principle of non- maleficence. 5. National standards of nursing practice are standards for all nurses. a. 1,3,4 b. 2,3,5 c. 1,4,5 d. 2,4,5
c. 1,4,5
Select the nursing responsibility which can NEVER be delegated. a. Rotation schedule b .Evaluation c. Accountability d. Complex Procedure
c. Accountability
The historical character in nursing whose work in environmental health, providing care to destitute people, and disease prevention establishing the nurse as a leader and community-oriented was _______. a. Lilian Wald b. Virginia Henderson c. Margaret Sanger d. Florence Nightingale
d. Florence Nightingale
Client Samson wishes to know his present temperature in Farenheit. Nurse Celine's answer is which of the following? A. 102.2F B. 101.3F C. 100.4F D. 99.5F
D. 99.5F
If Byron cannot sleep immediately, which of the following can be provided by the nurse? A. A glass of warm milk B. A bedside story C. A sleeping pill D. A warm bed bath
D. A warm bed bath
Which of the following outpatient benefits is NOT included? A. Contract operations B. Cosmetic surgery C. Animal bite treatment D. Blood transfusion
B. Cosmetic surgery
Under PhilHealth, beneficiaries have access to a comprehensive package of services. Outpatient treatment is given for which of the following diseases? A. Heart disease B. Tuberculosis C. Cancer D. Diabetes
B. Tuberculosis
The independent nursing intervention to reduce temperature of client Samson include which of the following? Select all that apply. 1. Monitor temperature regularly 2. Offer only cold drinking water frequently 3. Provide tepid sponge bath 4. Administer Paracetamol every 4 hours 5. Encourage wearing loose cotton clothing 6. Cover with thick blankets to stimulate sweating A. 1, 3, 5 B. 1, 5, 6 C. 2, 4, 6 D. 2, 3, 4
A. 1, 3, 5
Nurse Maribel is concerned about the rise of mosquito-borne diseases in a rural community. Effective PRIMARY prevention for community intervention measures would include: 1) Monitoring the incidence of disease caused by mosquitos 2) Promoting ordinance that control insect breeding sites 3) Instituting education program about insect control 4) Promoting accessibility of diagnostic and treatment services A. 2 and 3 B. 1 and 4 C. 2 and 3 D. 3 and 4
A. 2 and 3
Another guideline for good documentation and reporting that Nurse Trisha recalls is about completion. When nurse Trisha administers medications, the following should be included, EXCEPT: A. Any preliminary observations B. Preliminary observations C. Patient's response D. Nursing measure taken for negative response
A. Any preliminary observations
An important added data that Nurse Alexus should ask Esther, should we consider the existence of a surgical problem is A. Fever B. Vomiting C. Constipation D. Character of pain
A. Fever
Article II of the Code outline the ethical principles governing the Registered Nurses and the People. In relation to this, the following are guidelines the nurse must observe, EXCEPT: A. In the event of conflicts, culture and values take precedence over welfare and safety. B. Respect the spiritual beliefs and practices regarding diet and treatment. C. consider the individuality and totality of patients when giving care D. Uphold the dignity and rights of individuals.
A. In the event of conflicts, culture and values take precedence over welfare and safety.
Situation - The Code of Ethics of Registered Nurses in the Philippines was promulgated by the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing (PRBON) in consultation with national nursing organizations. The Code's Preamble recognizes that the PRIMARY responsibility of the nurse is to _______. A. treat and cure simple disease B. preserve health at all cost C. support client in health matters D. achieve quality of life for clients
B. preserve health at all cost
Situation- It is important that every nurse knows about PhilHealth is one of the pillars in attaining the universal health coverage. Which of the following statements is NOT true about PHILHEALTH? A. It provides health care, with the arrangement "consult now, pay later scheme." B. It is a means for those who can afford medical care to subsidize those who cannot. C. It is a health insurance program for all Filipinos. D. Beneficiaries have access to a comprehensive package of services.
A. It provides health care, with the arrangement "consult now, pay later scheme."
When Nurse Gianna eventually gets employed in the Rural Health Unit, foremost, she is required to utilize which of the following in rendering care to her clients in the community? A. Nursing Process B. Therapeutic use of self C. Health teachings D. Traditional and innovative approaches
A. Nursing Process
A family lives near a creek and the toilet is separated from their own house. Their excreta fall freely to the creek. What type of toilet is this? A. Overhung latrine B. Bored-hole latrine C. Antipolo latrine D. Open pit privy
A. Overhung latrine
An important added data that Nurse Alexus should have if he is thinking of a urinary problem is A. Presence of blood in the urine B. Presence of pain on urination C. When the pain appears whether at the start or end of urination D. Frequency, amount and burning sensation on urination
A. Presence of blood in the urine
Which government body has the power to revoke or suspend Leah's certificate of registration/professional license, should she commit unprofessional and unethical conduct in the future? A. Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing B. Philippine Nurses Association C. Professional Regulation Commission D. Commission on Higher Education
A. Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing
What Republic Act provides for a more responsive nursing profession? A. RA 9173 B. RA 7164 C. RA 9371 D. RA 7614
A. RA 9173
What particular important vital sign should Nurse Chard monitor and report to the physician? A. Respiratory rate B. blood pressure C. Cardiac rate D. Pulse rate
A. Respiratory rate
Since she needs to work in a hospital to get hospital experience, which part of the Nursing Law should Leah focus for her safe practice as a novice nurse? A. Scope of Nursing Practice B. Nursing Research C. Nursing Education D. Nursing Personal System
A. Scope of Nursing Practice
Situation: Nurse Leah has just passed the Nursing Licensure Examination. She needs to refresh herself regarding the law that governs the practice of nursing in the Philippines. By virtue of section 16 of the Philippine Nursing Law, the first step she needs to do after passing the Nursing Licensure Examination is to A. Take the oath of the profession before the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing B. Apply for the Certificate of Registration/Professional License C. Get an official copy of her board rating from the PRC office D. Apply for a Professional Identification Card
A. Take the oath of the profession before the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing
Situation: Public Health Nurse Mandy Mow asks the new nurses about their membership to the accredited professional nursing organization and their plans for personal and professional growth. Which of the following statement is true about membership to the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA)? It is: A. Voluntary and is encourage by the PRC code of ethics B. Compulsory for new nurses wanting to practice nursing in the Philippines C. Mandatory as stipulated in the Philippine Nursing Act if 2002 D. Required for those employed in government health facilities
A. Voluntary and is encourage by the PRC code of ethics
Client Samson complains of severe chilly sensation. What regulatory function of the hypothalamus describes his reaction? A. heat production B. heat promotion C. heat adaptation D. heat conversation
A. heat production
Quality of client care is ensured not only by continuing education. Professional responsibility along this line requires, FOREMOST: A. knowing the standards of practice B. understand the socioeconomic background of patients C. getting a master's degree in nursing D. a nurse-centered care
A. knowing the standards of practice
The isotonic exercise such as Range of Motion exercises are those that are initiated by the ________. A. patient B. physician C. nurse D. relatives of the patient
A. patient
Nurse Susan includes air-borne precautions in addition to Standard Precautions to be observed at all times. These include, EXCEPT _______. A. positioning and draping of patients B. hand washing techniques C. wearing of masks and gloves D. limited patient transport
A. positioning and draping of patients
Situation - As a new nurse assigned in a municipality, you want to be a good player in health care team that you belong to. You plan to initiate a community health project that will require interdisciplinary collaboration. The attributes of collaborative teamwork are the following EXCEPT: A. professional turfing B. unity of purpose C. joint responsibility D. shared decision-making
A. professional turfing
The research design of the study is ____________ A. quasi-experimental B. experimental C. qualitative D. descriptive
A. quasi-experimental
Which of the following is the MOST important step to developing cultural competence for the nurse? A. understand and recognize her own cultural background B. understand the culture of her client C. identify the goals of cultural-congruent goals D. gain proficiency in another language and dialect
A. understand and recognize her own cultural background
Situation: Arielle underwent mastectomy of her right breast. After surgery, she was instructed to have range of motion exercises. What is the main purpose of this type of exercise for Arielle? It is to A. prevent pain on the site of operation B. prevent contracture deformity of the muscle of the right arm and chest C. improve general circulation D. improve breathing
B. prevent contracture deformity of the muscle of the right arm and chest
Which is the dependent variable? A. health provider B. wellness C. exercise D. effects
B. wellness
Nurse Susan develops patient safety goals. What nursing goal is APPROPRIATE for safety environment. Select all that apply. 1. Reduce the risk for patient harm resulting from falls 2. Create a clean, orderly environment of patient 3. Prevent high concentration drug errors 4. Develop clean and simple signage for directions Nurse Susan should prevent or reduce infectious agents PRIMARILY through the following practices. Select all that apply. 1. Clean the room with antiseptic solutions 2. Proper garbage disposal 3. Mandatory hand washing upon entry to hospital 4. Improve safety administration of medicines A. 1, 2 & 3 B. 1, 2 & 4 C. 2, 3 & 4 D. 3 & 4
B. 1, 2 & 4
Which of the following INPATIENT care are included in PhilHealth? 1) Room and board 2) Medicines, drugs 3) Laboratory and diagnostics 4) Professional fees A. 4 and 5 B. 1, 2, 3, and 4 C. 1, 3, and 5 D. 1, 3, and 4
B. 1, 2, 3, and 4
When doing a range of motion exercise, it is important for the nurse to observe Arielle's ________. A. Temperature B. Color of the skin C. Blood pressure D. Respiratory rate
B. Color of the skin
The amount of garbage collected in a middle-class community is huge and excessive. The best approach the nurse can take to aid in helping decrease the amount of garbage generated is ____________. A. promoting recycling efforts in the community B. encouraging use of fewer polluting products C. discouraging overuse of materials that generate trash D. educating about overbuying household products
C. discouraging overuse of materials that generate trash
Which of the following is the appropriate operational definition of wellness? Wellness is the state of well-being of the participants in Zumba on their A. social stability B. spiritual growth C. physical health D. mental balance
C. physical health
An important health teaching that Nurse Chard must give before client Arny's discharge is A. To avoid "sando" and shorts, if the weather is cold B. to use attire he is presently wearing only during summer time C. to watch out for climate change and unnecessary exposure to elements of the environment that trigger his asthma attacks D. to be careful always because constant asthma attacks can trigger complication and death
C. to watch out for climate change and unnecessary exposure to elements of the environment that trigger his asthma attacks
Situation: One of the thrusts of management is to encourage more nurses to do research in order to contribute to the improvement of the nursing practice in their work setting. A group of nurses decided to conduct a study entitled, "Effects of Zumba as a form of exercise in promoting wellness among the health providers in the hospital setting." Which of the following is the independent variable in this study? A. Exercise B. health care providers C. zumba D. wellness
C. zumba
Situation: Byron, 15 years old, has been complaining of sleep disturbance for the past 3 weeks. He related that he feels weak and has no vigor in doing his school work. He is brought to hospital B for specialization. As his attending nurse, what will be the best question to ask in order to find out Byron's cause of sleep disturbance? A. "Could you tell me what you feel about school work?" B. "Is there something or anyone who is bothering you in school?" C. "Could you share with me any major problems that you have encountered in school?" D. "What is bothering you in school?"
D. "What is bothering you in school?"
SITUATION: Some teachers in an elementary school reported that a high proportion of children's packed lunches contain hotdog or 'tocino', sweetened drinks and potato chips. School Nurse Vivian plans to conduct health education classes among parents on "How to make healthy lunches and why it is important" For this activity, Nurse Vivian considers using the behavior change approach to encourage parents to adopt healthy behaviors that will lead to improve health. This approach is popular because of the following reasons. Select all that apply. 1. Views health as property of individuals 2. Sees people as having the capacity to change their lifestyle 3. Assumes that if people do not act on their health, they suffer the consequences 4. Does not consider the social and environmental factors in which people live A. 1, 2, 3 B. 2, 3, 4 C. 3 and 4 D. 1 and 2
D. 1 and 2
Since your participants are adult parents, which of the following are appropriate strategies? Select all that apply. 1. Role playing 2. Group sharing 3. Demonstration 4. Return demonstration A. 2 and 3 B. 2 and 4 C. 1, 2, 4 D. 1, 2, 3
D. 1, 2, 3
As a citizen and a member of society, the nurse must: 1) Be involved in community concerns and projects 2) Be equipped with knowledge of community health resources. 3) Lead their lives in conformity with the principles of right conduct. 4) Project an image that will uplift the nursing profession at all times. 5) Be on guard that her/his words and actions are always agreeable with others A. 2, 3, and 5 only B. 2, 3, 4, and 5 C. 1, 2, 3 only D. 1, 2, 3, and 4
D. 1, 2, 3, and 4
Environmental factors that NEGATIVELY influence health include: 1) Green space in the community 2) Urban stretch and unplanned zoning 3) Disparities in socioeconomic status 4) Gang violence and delinquency 5) Organized recreation programs A. 3, 4 and 5 B. 1, 2 and 3 C. 1, 4 and 5 D. 2, 3 and 4
D. 2, 3 and 4
In the said Code of Ethics for Nurses, the nurse in relation to her profession, is expected to do the following, EXCEPT: A. Participate actively in the growth and development of the nursing profession B. Strictly adhere to the nursing standard set by the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing C. Strive to secure equitable socio-economic and work conditions for nurses. D. Be a member of the accredited professional organization which is the International Council of Nurses.
D. Be a member of the accredited professional organization which is the International Council of Nurses.
Why would a nurse choose to be an active member of several professional associations? PRIMARILY to: A. Participate in the discussion and political action activities concerning the profession B. Able to spend time with friends and colleagues C. Part of the organization's annual convention/conference. D. Be able to have professional development opportunities
D. Be able to have professional development opportunities
The educational approach to health education states that learning involves three aspects. Which of the following is NOT included? A. Cognitive B. Affective C. Psychomotor D. Behavioral
D. Behavioral
In the cause-and-effect relationship, which is the independent variable? A. Population B. Effect C. Relationship D. Cause
D. Cause
In any community project, the activities of health team members are needed for success. Defining the relationship and responsibilities and tasks of each member are important. Which stage of collaboration does this statement refer to? A. Commitment B. Consensus C. Trust building D. Collegiality
D. Collegiality
Situation: Nurse Alexus is assigned in the out-patient department. He admits Esther, 28 years old, who is complaining of moderate to severe abdominal pain over the right iliac region for the last 2 days. This is accompanied by frequent urination The FIRST STEP that nurse Alexus should do is to _____. A. Percuss the abdomen B. Get the vital signs C. Palpate the right iliac region D. Interview Esther
D. Interview Esther
Quality of client care is ensured not only by continuing education. Professional responsibility along this line requires, FOREMOST: A. Obtaining an advance academic degree in nursing B. Attending as many as nursing conference's C. Conforming to institution's policies and guidelines D. Monitoring one's own practice
D. Monitoring one's own practice
When Leah eventually gets employed in the hospital, she will initially be required to utilize which of the following in rendering care to her clients? A. Traditional and innovative approaches B. Therapeutic use of self C. Health teachings D. Nursing process
D. Nursing process
Situation: Quality documentation and reporting are necessary to enhance efficient, individualization patient care. Nurse Trisha is assigned to Darren who is diagnosed with diabetes mellitus for 10 years and has not be compliant to his medications and diet. Nurse Trisha is aware that a record should contain descriptive, objective observations about what the nurse sees, hears, feels and smells. The following describes what a record ought to be: A. Darren is uncooperative as manifested by his refusal to take a bath B. Darren appears depressed. C. Darren is anxious as manifested by his tossing in bed and disarrayed beddings D. Patient states, "I wish to end my life"
D. Patient states, "I wish to end my life"
Nurse Trisha is making a discharge plan. The items she needs to document and report should include, EXCEPT: A. Needs for referrals B. Nurses' observations C. Client's involvement in the care plan D. Patient's goals or expected outcomes
D. Patient's goals or expected outcomes
Which government body has the power to revoke or suspend Nurse Gianna's certificate of registration/professional license, should she commit unprofessional and unethical conduct in the future? A. Philippine Nurses Association B. Professional Regulation Commission C. Commission on Higher Education D. Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing
D. Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing
What Nursing Republic Act should Nurse Leah refer too? A. RA 9371 B. RA7164 C. RA 7664 D. RA 9173
D. RA 9173
By virtue of Section 16 of the Philippine Nursing Law, the first step Nurse Gianna needs to do after passing the NLE is to: A. Apply for the Certificate of Registration/Professional License. B. Get an official copy of her board rating from the PRC office C. Apply for a Professional Identification Card. D. Take oath of profession before the Philippine Regulatory Board of Nursing
D. Take oath of profession before the Philippine Regulatory Board of Nursing
In terms of nursing care, the BEST help that the nurse can do is to A. Avoid giving round the clock medications B. Refrain from clutter at the nurse's station C. Omit vital sign tasking during the sleeping time of Alex D. Tone down nurse's voice
D. Tone down nurse's voice
A good example of isotonic exercise for Arielle's arm are the following, EXCEPT ___________ A. combing the hair B. brushing teeth C. dressing up D. closing and opening hand
D. closing and opening hand
Nurse Maribel proposes fluoridation of municipal drinking water of the community. In doing so, she is advancing the concept of ___________. A. active health promotion B. wellness education C. passive health promotion D. illness prevention
D. illness prevention
Nurse Trisha is ethically obligated to information about client's illness and treatment confidential. The person who has the legitimate access to the patient's record is the. A. Husband B. Primary nurse C. attending doctor D. patient
D. patient
Nurse Susan must comply with the policies of health care facilities regarding isolation precautions. The BASIC precaution in the hospital is A. posting of signs of silence B. limited visitors who are within the patient's age C. private room placement D. strict utilization of personal things
D. strict utilization of personal things
Situation: Interdisciplinary teamwork is an important model for delivering health care to patients. Integrating services among many health providers leads to better outcomes delivered to underserved populations and communities with limited access to health care. Professional group productivity and member satisfaction are best achieved by which of the following leadership styles? a. Democratic b. Authoritarian c. Laissez-faire d. Autocratic
a. Democratic
When nurse Emz cannot meet a need of the client, it is most appropriate for her to: a. Refer the client to an agency that may be able to give assistance b. Suggest that the client discuss the need with the physician. c. Encourage the client to pay someone to meet that need. d. Inform the client that insurance will not pay for the care.
a. Refer the client to an agency that may be able to give assistance
You have volunteered to be part of a work group whose purpose is to look at ways to prevent medication error. You know that: a. Teamwork enhances the probability of goal achievement b. Group process is not important in a task c. The leader assumes responsibility for the overall group functioning d. The goal should be set by management
a. Teamwork enhances the probability of goal achievement
Client satisfaction survey is an important and commonly used indicator for measuring the quality in health in health care. In the context of public health, which is NOT a purpose of satisfaction surveys? To ______. a. Serve as essential sources of information for identifying gaps b. Directly address the health problems presented c. Present the likelihood of continuing client-provider-agency relationships d. Provide data about health-seeking behaviors
b. Directly address the health problems presented
Situation: Nurse Emz knows that ethics is important in community health nursing practice and that ethical decisions are conducted in a universal and standard framework. One step in ethical decision- making is to place an ethical issue or dilemma within a meaningful context. The rationale for this step is: a. The nature of ethical issues and dilemmas determines the specific ethical approach used. b. People cannot make sound ethical decision if they cannot identify ethical issues and dilemmas c. Multiple factors affect the interpretation and justification of the ethical issues and dilemmas d. Health professionals cannot avoid choice and action in applying ethics in their work setting.
c. Multiple factors affect the interpretation and justification of the ethical issues and dilemmas
Situation: As a nurse, knowledge of the legal aspects in nursing is essential to safeguard self and clients from legal complications. Clients are becoming increasingly aware of their health rights, thus you should recognize your professional boundaries and consequences of nonconformity. Your co-worker got a thank you card from a patient's family with an accompanying photo of her with the family. She asked you if it would be alright to post the post on facebook. Which would be your BEST response? a." I think that would be okay, but you should ask permission from our head." b." Yes, as long as you ask the family if that would be okay." c."No, that could lead to a malpratice suit by the patient or family." d."No, posting pictures of patients and families on social media is not acceptable."
d. "No, posting pictures of patients and families on social media is not acceptable."
For safe nursing practice, you should observe some of the do's and do not's in performing your professional duty. Which ones are NOT acceptable standard of actions by the nurse? 1. Keeping current year license to practice 2. Being a witness to a patient's will 3. Following policies and procedures 4. Protecting patients from injuring themselves 5. Accepting money or gift from patients 6. Giving practical advice contrary to the doctor's orders a. 1,4, 6 b. 1,3,4 c. 2,4,5 d. 5,6
d. 5,6
The nurse is making a referral for the client. What should be the first consideration for the nurse to do? a. Acceptability of the referral to the client b. Cost of the referral service c. Barriers to making a referral d. Client's eligibility for the service
d. Client's eligibility for the service
The ethical principle that empowers the client (groups or communities) to make knowledgeable decision is _. a. Act in accordance to client's wishes b. Act in client's best interest c. Offer franks and independent advice d. Keep the client properly informed
d. Keep the client properly informed
Group with a laissez faire leader are likely to be ___. a. More structured in format b. Less productive c. More productive d. More satisfying to members
d. More satisfying to members
Situation- In public health, quality improvement (QI) techniques are used to improve performance and service delivery. PDCA is the basic structure for most quality improvement (QI) process. In public health, PDCA is focused on activities that are responsive to community needs and improving population health. PDCA stands for: a. Perform-Document-Correct-Act b. Perform-Do-Check-Analyze c. Plan-Document-Check-Analyze d. Plan-Do-Check-Act
d. Plan-Do-Check-Act
Identify which action is acceptable as an exception to a nurse's obligation regarding confidentiality. a. Leaving printouts of lab reports on the desk in the physicians' lounge b. Discussing a patient's care with someone who is not involved in patient care c. Discussing a patient's condition in a public place as long as his name is not mentioned d. Reporting certain disease to public health authority
d. Reporting certain disease to public health authority
As a member of a professional work-related group you know that: a. Functional goals are assigned by management b. The leader is responsible for overall functioning c. The members summarize progress and allocate assignments d. The cooperation of all members is required.
d. The cooperation of all members is required.
