UTA FAMILY 3 – FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) Q&A 2026|INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following are primary goals of family-centered
nursing care?
A. Promoting family involvement in decision-making
B. Ensuring family members perform all patient care tasks
C. Respecting family values and preferences
D. Excluding family from care to prevent interference
Correct answers: A, C
Rationale: Family-centered care emphasizes collaboration with
families, respecting their values and preferences, and involving
them in planning care, but does not require them to perform all
care tasks.
2. What are common indicators of caregiver stress?
A. Fatigue and irritability
B. Weight loss or gain
C. Improved concentration
D. Social withdrawal
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Caregiver stress often manifests as fatigue, changes
in weight, irritability, and withdrawal from social activities.
,3. Which interventions help prevent falls in older adults at
home?
A. Keeping walkways clear of clutter
B. Using throw rugs in all rooms
C. Installing grab bars in bathrooms
D. Ensuring adequate lighting in hallways
Correct answers: A, C, D
Rationale: Clear walkways, grab bars, and good lighting reduce
fall risk. Throw rugs increase risk of tripping.
4. During a family health assessment, which areas should the
nurse evaluate?
A. Family structure and roles
B. Family health beliefs and practices
C. Family income level only
D. Communication patterns
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Family assessments include structure, roles,
communication, and health beliefs, not just income.
5. Which of the following are signs of neglect in a pediatric
patient?
,A. Malnutrition
B. Poor hygiene
C. Frequent school absences
D. Strong academic performance
Correct answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Neglect can present as malnutrition, poor hygiene,
and irregular school attendance. Academic performance alone
does not indicate neglect.
6. What are essential components of a family emergency
preparedness plan?
A. Fire escape routes
B. Emergency contacts
C. Stocking perishable food only
D. First aid kit
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Plans should include escape routes, emergency
contacts, and supplies including a first aid kit. Relying on
perishable food is unsafe.
7. Which teaching strategies are effective for families with low
health literacy?
A. Using simple language
B. Providing written materials with medical jargon
, C. Using visual aids
D. Encouraging teach-back method
Correct answers: A, C, D
Rationale: Simple language, visuals, and teach-back improve
understanding. Medical jargon hinders comprehension.
8. What are risk factors for family violence?
A. Substance abuse
B. History of violence in the family
C. High socioeconomic status
D. Chronic stress
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Substance abuse, family history of violence, and
stress increase risk; high socioeconomic status alone is not
protective.
9. When planning care for a patient with chronic illness, which
family needs should be considered?
A. Emotional support
B. Financial resources
C. Social support networks
D. Ignoring family needs to focus on the patient only
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) Q&A 2026|INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following are primary goals of family-centered
nursing care?
A. Promoting family involvement in decision-making
B. Ensuring family members perform all patient care tasks
C. Respecting family values and preferences
D. Excluding family from care to prevent interference
Correct answers: A, C
Rationale: Family-centered care emphasizes collaboration with
families, respecting their values and preferences, and involving
them in planning care, but does not require them to perform all
care tasks.
2. What are common indicators of caregiver stress?
A. Fatigue and irritability
B. Weight loss or gain
C. Improved concentration
D. Social withdrawal
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Caregiver stress often manifests as fatigue, changes
in weight, irritability, and withdrawal from social activities.
,3. Which interventions help prevent falls in older adults at
home?
A. Keeping walkways clear of clutter
B. Using throw rugs in all rooms
C. Installing grab bars in bathrooms
D. Ensuring adequate lighting in hallways
Correct answers: A, C, D
Rationale: Clear walkways, grab bars, and good lighting reduce
fall risk. Throw rugs increase risk of tripping.
4. During a family health assessment, which areas should the
nurse evaluate?
A. Family structure and roles
B. Family health beliefs and practices
C. Family income level only
D. Communication patterns
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Family assessments include structure, roles,
communication, and health beliefs, not just income.
5. Which of the following are signs of neglect in a pediatric
patient?
,A. Malnutrition
B. Poor hygiene
C. Frequent school absences
D. Strong academic performance
Correct answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Neglect can present as malnutrition, poor hygiene,
and irregular school attendance. Academic performance alone
does not indicate neglect.
6. What are essential components of a family emergency
preparedness plan?
A. Fire escape routes
B. Emergency contacts
C. Stocking perishable food only
D. First aid kit
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Plans should include escape routes, emergency
contacts, and supplies including a first aid kit. Relying on
perishable food is unsafe.
7. Which teaching strategies are effective for families with low
health literacy?
A. Using simple language
B. Providing written materials with medical jargon
, C. Using visual aids
D. Encouraging teach-back method
Correct answers: A, C, D
Rationale: Simple language, visuals, and teach-back improve
understanding. Medical jargon hinders comprehension.
8. What are risk factors for family violence?
A. Substance abuse
B. History of violence in the family
C. High socioeconomic status
D. Chronic stress
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Substance abuse, family history of violence, and
stress increase risk; high socioeconomic status alone is not
protective.
9. When planning care for a patient with chronic illness, which
family needs should be considered?
A. Emotional support
B. Financial resources
C. Social support networks
D. Ignoring family needs to focus on the patient only
