ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care Tenth, North American Edition
Chapter 15 : Assessing Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following are characteristics of intimate distance or zone in communication? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Intimate distance (0-18 inches) involves close contact, comforting touch, and potential visual distortion due to proximity.
Question 2 of 5
Which theoretical framework is being used when a nurse organizes a nursing history according to functional health patterns?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Functional Health Patterns is a framework for organizing nursing history data.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is conducting a health history interview for a woman at an assisted-living facility. The woman says, I have been so constipated lately. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about current management of the symptom encourages relevant information.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse who collected and organized data during a patient history realizes that there is not enough information to plan interventions. Which of the following would be the best remedy to prevent this from happening in the future?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Practicing interviewing strategies improves data collection thoroughness.
Question 5 of 5
What is the primary purpose of validation as a part of assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Validation ensures accurate data for effective care planning.