NRS 201 Chapters 1-4 Practice Questions

Which serum laboratory tests would the nurse associate with the most common test to assess for generalized malnutrition?

Which action by the nurse working with a client best demonstrates respect for autonomy

Which measurement best reflects a change in the patient’s fluid volume when monitoring fluids and electrolytes?

Which action taken by the nurse when performing everyday care reflects systems thinking?

Which "right" of delegation would the nurse associate with an explanation of how to perform the delegated task to (AP)?

An older patient admitted with heart failure states, "I am of no use to anyone. I want to die." Which action is best?

When assigning a task to AP, which process will the nurse implement to ensure appropriate performance of the task?

Which action by the nurse would be classified as using clinical judgment?

Which physiologic process alteration causes inadequate transportation of oxygen to body cells and organs?

Which of the following factors does a nurse recognize as being a risk for altered sensory perception in the older adult?

The nurse is preparing to send a Pt. home and needs Rx's written for discharge. Which health care professional can do it

Which process occurred when a nurse manager commissioned a committee to revise a set of standardized patient forms?

Which laboratory test is useful in detecting autoimmune disease? Select all that apply.

A client with heart failure reports a 7.6-lb (3.4 kg) weight gain in the past week. What interventions do you anticipate

To prevent hypokalemia in patients with prolonged diarrhea, the nurse would recommend which food? Select all that apply.

Whats the difference between critical thinking and clinical judgment. What statement by a nurse is correct?

Which factor would be considered negative determinants of a patient's health? Select all that apply.

A new RN is working with a preceptor. She advises the new RN that which is a priority when working as a professional RN?

A nurse working in a medical home would do which of the following as part of the job?

Which medication/s should be discontinued or used cautiously in the older patient population? Select all that apply.

Which clinical manifestation would the nurse anticipate identifying in a patient with end-stage chronic kidney disease?

The nurse is providing instructions to a client with a history of stomatitis. What should be included in teaching plan?

Which member of the health care team would the nurse recognize as a provider who specializes in critical care?

A nurse wishes to provide client-centered care in interactions. Which action by the nurse best demonstrates the concept?