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Patient Centered Care Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is working with a client who has recently immigrated from Somalia and practices Islam. The client is fasting during Ramadan, which coincides with their hospitalization. What should the nurse do to support the client's cultural and religious needs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should respect the client's right to practice their religion and honor their cultural beliefs, as long as they do not pose a serious threat to their health or safety. The nurse should also monitor the client for any adverse effects of fasting, such as dehydration, hypoglycemia, electrolyte imbalance, or infection, and intervene as needed.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning to provide education to a group of clients who have diabetes mellitus. The group consists of clients from various cultural backgrounds, including Hispanic, African American, Asian, and Middle Eastern. Which strategy should the nurse use to promote cultural competence in health education?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should use this strategy to promote cultural competence in health education, as it shows respect for the clients' culture and diversity, acknowledges their unique needs and preferences, and enhances their understanding and engagement.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is charting on the patient who is status post-surgery for an abdominal abscess and notes: "Pt's temperature has not exceeded $37°C this shift." This is an example of a(n)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An outcome measures care plan effectiveness (B), like temperature stability post-surgery. An intervention (A) is an action (e.g., administering medication), a plan (C) outlines intended actions, and a diagnosis (D) identifies a problem, none of which fit this evaluative statement, making B correct.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse reviews assessment findings for assigned patients. Based on this information,which patient demands the nurse's immediate attention? The patient with
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An abdominal aneurysm with hypertension (B) risks rupture, demanding immediate attention. A (normal WBC), C (normal INR), and D (expected murmur) are stable, making B the urgent priority based on assessment data interpretation.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with pneumonia has been using the incentive spirometer four times daily while awake during his 3-day hospitalization. How would the nurse explore the effectiveness of this intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Effectiveness is evaluated objectively by auscultating lungs (D) for reduced adventitious sounds, indicating spirometer success. A (subjective), B (new intervention), and C (observation) don’t assess outcomes, making D the best method.