Test Bank for Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing,
Nursing Process - (correct Answer) - A problem-solving tool used to identify and manage patients' health
care needs.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) - (correct Answer) - The use of the best research-based evidence
combined with clinician expertise and consideration of patient preferences.
Assessment Phase - (correct Answer) - To obtain data to diagnose patient strengths and problems.
Evaluation Phase - (correct Answer) - To determine if interventions have been effective in meeting
patient outcomes.
Admission Database - (correct Answer) - A collection of information used to develop a plan of care and
discharge goals with patient input.
Patient Care - (correct Answer) - Based on research, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.
Clinical Judgment - (correct Answer) - Part of EBP, incorporating current research and research-based
guidelines.
Patient Outcomes - (correct Answer) - Results that are evaluated to determine the effectiveness of
nursing interventions.
Hypovolemia - (correct Answer) - A condition characterized by a deficiency in the amount of blood
volume in the body.
Balanced Intake and Output - (correct Answer) - Measurable data showing resolution of the problem of
deficient fluid volume.
Patient Goals - (correct Answer) - The desired outcomes that are established in the clinical problem
statement.
Clinical Expertise - (correct Answer) - The knowledge and skills acquired through experience in patient
care.
Nursing Theory - (correct Answer) - A framework that guides nursing practice and incorporates the
biopsychosocial nature of humans.
Patient Concerns - (correct Answer) - Issues that need to be assessed to choose appropriate
interventions.
Interventions - (correct Answer) - Actions taken by nurses to address patient health problems.
Data Analysis - (correct Answer) - The process of evaluating patient outcomes, though not required to
use EBP.
Clinical Problem Statement - (correct Answer) - Includes the problem, its causes, and the signs and
, symptoms of the problem.
Patient Preferences - (correct Answer) - Considerations that should be included in the planning of patient
care.
Research Evidence - (correct Answer) - Credible studies that inform nursing practices, preferably
randomized controlled studies.
Nursing Interventions - (correct Answer) - Actions taken to address the identified health care needs of
patients.
Patient Education - (correct Answer) - Teaching interventions that help patients understand their health
problems.
Health Care Professionals - (correct Answer) - Individuals who provide care and support to patients,
including nurses and physicians.
Patient Strengths - (correct Answer) - Positive attributes and capabilities of the patient that can be
leveraged in care.
Signs and Symptoms - (correct Answer) - Indicators of a health problem that are assessed during the
nursing process.
Collaborative Functions - (correct Answer) - Roles that involve working with other health care
professionals to provide care.
Dependent Functions - (correct Answer) - Nursing tasks that are carried out under the direction of a
physician.
Patient Comfort - (correct Answer) - The emotional and physical well-being of the patient during care.
Health Maintenance - (correct Answer) - Activities aimed at promoting and sustaining health over time.
Clinical Problem - (correct Answer) - A statement of patient issues requiring nursing intervention.
Nursing Diagnosis - (correct Answer) - A clinical judgment about patient responses to health conditions.
Subjective Data - (correct Answer) - Information reported by the patient, not directly observed.
Objective Data - (correct Answer) - Information obtained through observation or measurement.
Delegation - (correct Answer) - Assigning tasks to other healthcare team members.
Assistive Personnel (AP) - (correct Answer) - Unlicensed staff supporting nursing care tasks.
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/VN) - (correct Answer) - Nurse providing basic patient care
under RN supervision.
Registered Nurse (RN) - (correct Answer) - Nurse responsible for comprehensive patient assessment.
Vital Signs - (correct Answer) - Measurements of body functions like pulse and blood pressure.
Nursing Process - (correct Answer) - A problem-solving tool used to identify and manage patients' health
care needs.
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) - (correct Answer) - The use of the best research-based evidence
combined with clinician expertise and consideration of patient preferences.
Assessment Phase - (correct Answer) - To obtain data to diagnose patient strengths and problems.
Evaluation Phase - (correct Answer) - To determine if interventions have been effective in meeting
patient outcomes.
Admission Database - (correct Answer) - A collection of information used to develop a plan of care and
discharge goals with patient input.
Patient Care - (correct Answer) - Based on research, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.
Clinical Judgment - (correct Answer) - Part of EBP, incorporating current research and research-based
guidelines.
Patient Outcomes - (correct Answer) - Results that are evaluated to determine the effectiveness of
nursing interventions.
Hypovolemia - (correct Answer) - A condition characterized by a deficiency in the amount of blood
volume in the body.
Balanced Intake and Output - (correct Answer) - Measurable data showing resolution of the problem of
deficient fluid volume.
Patient Goals - (correct Answer) - The desired outcomes that are established in the clinical problem
statement.
Clinical Expertise - (correct Answer) - The knowledge and skills acquired through experience in patient
care.
Nursing Theory - (correct Answer) - A framework that guides nursing practice and incorporates the
biopsychosocial nature of humans.
Patient Concerns - (correct Answer) - Issues that need to be assessed to choose appropriate
interventions.
Interventions - (correct Answer) - Actions taken by nurses to address patient health problems.
Data Analysis - (correct Answer) - The process of evaluating patient outcomes, though not required to
use EBP.
Clinical Problem Statement - (correct Answer) - Includes the problem, its causes, and the signs and
, symptoms of the problem.
Patient Preferences - (correct Answer) - Considerations that should be included in the planning of patient
care.
Research Evidence - (correct Answer) - Credible studies that inform nursing practices, preferably
randomized controlled studies.
Nursing Interventions - (correct Answer) - Actions taken to address the identified health care needs of
patients.
Patient Education - (correct Answer) - Teaching interventions that help patients understand their health
problems.
Health Care Professionals - (correct Answer) - Individuals who provide care and support to patients,
including nurses and physicians.
Patient Strengths - (correct Answer) - Positive attributes and capabilities of the patient that can be
leveraged in care.
Signs and Symptoms - (correct Answer) - Indicators of a health problem that are assessed during the
nursing process.
Collaborative Functions - (correct Answer) - Roles that involve working with other health care
professionals to provide care.
Dependent Functions - (correct Answer) - Nursing tasks that are carried out under the direction of a
physician.
Patient Comfort - (correct Answer) - The emotional and physical well-being of the patient during care.
Health Maintenance - (correct Answer) - Activities aimed at promoting and sustaining health over time.
Clinical Problem - (correct Answer) - A statement of patient issues requiring nursing intervention.
Nursing Diagnosis - (correct Answer) - A clinical judgment about patient responses to health conditions.
Subjective Data - (correct Answer) - Information reported by the patient, not directly observed.
Objective Data - (correct Answer) - Information obtained through observation or measurement.
Delegation - (correct Answer) - Assigning tasks to other healthcare team members.
Assistive Personnel (AP) - (correct Answer) - Unlicensed staff supporting nursing care tasks.
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/VN) - (correct Answer) - Nurse providing basic patient care
under RN supervision.
Registered Nurse (RN) - (correct Answer) - Nurse responsible for comprehensive patient assessment.
Vital Signs - (correct Answer) - Measurements of body functions like pulse and blood pressure.
