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Chapter 1: Holistic Caring
Multiple Choice Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
- The nurse incorporates the concepts of the Science of Human Caring when providing patient care. Which action should
- Implementing transpersonal approaches
- Making eye contact while speaking softly
- Listening to the patient during communication
- Adhering to a strict schedule to complete morning care
the nurse avoid?
Answer: _____
- The nurse is planning care for a patient. Which action should the nurse implement that demonstrates holistic care?
- Eliminating an order prescribed by the physician
- Asking the family to leave the room during medication teaching
- Listening to ways the patient has overcome a health problem in the past
- Performing an action that may not necessarily be appropriate for the patient’s needs
Answer: _____
- An older patient with a terminal illness and heart problems is angry and pushes away the breakfast meal tray. Which
- Call the supervisor.
- Loudly tell the patient to stop screaming.
- Take the meal tray away and silently leave the room.
- Ask the patient to explain the reason for the outburst and listen to the response.
response should the nurse make?
Answer: _____
- The nurse overhears a conversation between unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) and an older patient. For which
- “Good morning, honey!”
- “Can I help you with your breakfast?”
- “Mr. Jones, can I bring you your dentures?”
- “Please tell me when you want to have your shower.”
statement should the nurse counsel UAP?
Answer: _____
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- The nurse is asked to explain the word gerontology. Which response should the nurse make?
- It means the use of older medications to treat illnesses.
- It comes from a Greek word that means “related to old age.”
- It focuses on the housing needs of people who are underserved.
- It is a way of explaining health problems of people over age 50.
Answer: _____
- The nurse is preparing a program on the health needs of older community members. For which reason should physical
- They want to prevent boredom.
- They have more time to exercise.
- They initiated the fitness movement.
- They want to spend more time with grandchildren.
activity and exercise be encouraged?
Answer: _____
- During an employment interview, the nurse is asked to describe the purpose of a nursing philosophy. Which response
- It is a personal concept.
- It defines personal goals and aspirations.
- It recognizes the importance of education.
- It outlines the steps to take for a successful career.
should the nurse make?
Answer: _____
- The nurse is providing patient care. Which behavior demonstrates that the nurse wants to develop a healing relationship
- Answering the call light using the intercom system
- Telling the patient that there is no time to try something new
- Sitting down in the patient’s room to discuss the plan of care
- Reminding the patient that other patients need attention at this time
with this patient?
Answer: _____
- The nurse desires to improve the ability to provide holistic care. On which skill should the nurse focus to be successful?
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
- Time management
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Answer: _____
- The nurse schedules an interdisciplinary team meeting to address an older patient’s care needs. Who should the nurse
- The nurse, doctor, and pharmacist
- The nurse, dietician, and discharge planner
- Those who will help meet the patient’s needs
- The social worker, physical therapist, and nurse
include to ensure that the team provides holistic care?
Answer: _____
- The nurse attends an educational program on caring. Which action should the nurse take to become a more caring
- Become a caring person.
- Ensure adequate daily rest.
- Set aside time for personal activities.
- Consume nutritious meals and exercise.
nurse?
Answer: _____
- During a home visit, an older patient reports planning to have dinner with a close friend and then see a movie. What
- Industry
- Self-absorption
- Identity diffusion
- Gerotranscendence
does this behavior indicate to the nurse?
Answer: _____
Multiple Response Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
- The home health nurse is completing an admission assessment of an older patient. Which health problems should the
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Hypertension
- Multiple sclerosis
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nurse identify as being leading chronic diseases of older adults? Select all that apply.
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Answer: _____
- The nurse is preparing a teaching tool for a community recreation center. Which should the nurse include that explains
- Better nutrition
- Earlier retirement
- Increased exercise
- Improved health care
- Consistent sanitation
the reason for the increased number of older adults in today’s society? Select all that apply.
Answer: _____
- The nurse is identifying characteristics to include in a personal philosophy of nursing. Which should the nurse include
- Make it simple.
- Keep it inexpensive.
- Identify specific actions.
- Ensure that it is meaningful.
- Incorporate popular approaches.
as essential elements of this philosophy? Select all that apply.
Answer: _____
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