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1. Evidence-based practice (EBP) integrates:
A. Tradition only
B. Research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences
C. Hospital policy only
D. Physician preference only
Answer: B. Research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences
Rationale: EBP combines best research evidence, clinician expertise, and patient
values to improve outcomes.
2. Which level of evidence provides the strongest support for clinical practice?
A. Expert opinion
B. Case study
C. Randomized controlled trial
D. Editorial article
Answer: C. Randomized controlled trial
,Rationale: Randomized controlled trials reduce bias and provide strong evidence
for interventions.
3. The purpose of informed consent is to:
A. Protect hospital finances
B. Ensure patients understand risks, benefits, and alternatives
C. Replace patient education
D. Avoid documentation
Answer: B. Ensure patients understand risks, benefits, and alternatives
Rationale: Informed consent protects patient autonomy and decision-making.
4. Which ethical principle involves doing good for the patient?
A. Autonomy
B. Justice
C. Beneficence
D. Fidelity
Answer: C. Beneficence
Rationale: Beneficence means acting in the patient’s best interest.
5. A nurse maintains patient confidentiality according to:
, A. OSHA
B. HIPAA
C. CDC
D. FDA
Answer: B. HIPAA
Rationale: HIPAA protects patient privacy and health information.
6. Which communication technique is therapeutic?
A. Giving false reassurance
B. Changing the subject
C. Active listening
D. Arguing with the patient
Answer: C. Active listening
Rationale: Active listening promotes trust and patient-centered care.
7. The nursing process includes:
A. Assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation
B. Inspection, surgery, discharge, billing
C. Planning, surgery, discharge, charting
D. Observation only