The Nursing Process in a Health Assessment Flashcards
(33 cards)
What is the first step in the nursing process?
Assessment
True or False: The nursing process includes five steps.
True
Fill in the blank: The second step of the nursing process is __________.
Diagnosis
What does the assessment step involve?
Collecting comprehensive data about the patient’s health status.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the nursing process? A) Assessment B) Planning C) Implementation D) Documentation
D) Documentation
What is the purpose of the diagnosis step?
To identify patient problems based on assessment data.
True or False: Implementation is the step where nursing interventions are carried out.
True
What is the fourth step of the nursing process?
Implementation
Fill in the blank: The final step of the nursing process is __________.
Evaluation
What is the main goal of the evaluation step?
To determine the effectiveness of the nursing interventions.
Multiple Choice: Which step follows the diagnosis in the nursing process? A) Assessment B) Planning C) Evaluation D) Implementation
B) Planning
What does the planning step involve?
Setting measurable goals and selecting appropriate interventions.
True or False: The nursing process is a linear and unchanging series of steps.
False
What is the significance of documentation in the nursing process?
It provides a legal record of care and supports continuity of care.
What type of data is collected during the assessment phase?
Subjective and objective data.
Fill in the blank: Nursing diagnosis must be based on __________ data.
Assessment
What is a nursing intervention?
Actions taken by nurses to improve patient outcomes.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of nursing diagnosis? A) Actual B) Potential C) Risk D) All of the above
D) All of the above
True or False: Evaluation is only performed once at the end of the nursing process.
False
What is the purpose of revising the care plan?
To reflect changes in patient status or progress.
What is the role of critical thinking in the nursing process?
To analyze data, make decisions, and solve problems effectively.
Fill in the blank: An example of subjective data is __________.
Patient-reported symptoms.
What is the focus of the nursing assessment?
The patient’s response to health problems.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT an assessment technique? A) Inspection B) Auscultation C) Diagnosis D) Palpation
C) Diagnosis
