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Patient Centered Care NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is conducting a health assessment on a new client who belongs to an indigenous community. The nurse notices that the client avoids eye contact and speaks in a low voice. How should the nurse interpret these behaviors?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should be aware that different cultures have different norms and expectations regarding eye contact and communication styles. In some indigenous cultures, avoiding eye contact and speaking in a low voice are considered respectful or humble behaviors, especially when interacting with someone in a position of authority or expertise.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is working in a community health center that serves a diverse population of clients. The nurse notices that some clients from certain cultural groups tend to seek health care only when they have an acute problem or an emergency, rather than for preventive or routine care. What is the most likely reason for this behavior?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The most likely reason for this behavior is that the clients have a low socioeconomic status and face barriers to accessing health care, such as lack of insurance, transportation, or time. These factors may limit the clients' ability or willingness to seek preventive or routine care, and may increase their risk of developing or worsening chronic conditions.
Question 3 of 5
Which outcome statement is a properly written goal?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A proper goal is specific and measurable (C), stating what (get up), how often (once daily), and duration (1 hour). A is vague (pain-free level undefined), B lacks measurability (importance varies), and D, while specific, lacks clarity on techniques, making C the best-written goal.
Question 4 of 5
While the nurse is taking the health history,the patient states My father and grandfather both had heart attacks and were unable to be very active afterward. How does the nurse interpret this? This statement is related to the functional health pattern of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This statement reflects family history and risk perception (C), part of health perception-health management per Gordon’s patterns. A (activity) is an outcome, not the statement’s focus, while B and D (cognition, coping) are unrelated, making C the correct interpretation.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing diagnosis would be a priority for a patient in acute respiratory distress?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using ABCs, reduced gas exchange (B) is the priority in acute respiratory distress, addressing airway/breathing. A, C, and D are secondary, making B the immediate focus.