NMNC 1220 Combined Sets Questions With Complete
Solutions
1. A family includes a mother, a stepfather, two teenage
biological daughters of the mother, and a biological daughter of
the father. The father's daughter just moved home following the
loss of her job in another city. The family is converting a study
into a bedroom and is in the process of distributing household
chores. Nursing assessment reveals all members of the family
think that their family can adjust to lifestyle changes. This is an
example of family:
1. Diversity.
2. Durability.
3. Resiliency.
4. Configuration. Correct Answers 3
1. The nurse is aware that preschoolers often display a
developmental characteristic that makes them treat dolls or
stuffed animals as if they have thoughts and feelings. This is an
example of:
1. Logical reasoning.
2. Egocentrism.
3. Concrete thinking.
4. Animism. Correct Answers 4
1. Which of the following should be included in health teaching
for a pregnant patient? (Select all that apply.)
,1. Exposure of the fetus to alcohol, drugs, or tobacco can cause
abnormal development.
2. Nutritional needs increase during pregnancy, and eating
healthy foods is important.
3. Complementary and alternative therapies should always be
avoided during pregnancy.
4. Provide education on self-care to reduce common discomforts
of pregnancy, such as nausea.
5. Recommend birthing classes to prepare the mother for the
birthing process. Correct Answers 1,2,4,5
10. Dave reports being happy and satisfied with his life. What
do we know about him?
1. He is in one of the later developmental periods, concerned
with reviewing his life.
2. He is atypical, since most people in any of the developmental
stages report significant dissatisfaction with their lives.
3. He is in one of the earlier developmental periods, concerned
with establishing a career and satisfying long-term relationships.
4. It is difficult to determine Dave's developmental stage since
most people report overall satisfaction with their lives in all
stages. Correct Answers 4
10. During a visit to a family clinic, a nurse teaches a mother
about immunizations, the use of car seats, and home safety for
an infant and toddler. Which type of nursing interventions are
these?
,1. Restorative
2. Health promotion
3. Acute care
4. Growth and development Correct Answers 2
2. A 9-year-old child has a difficult time making friends at
school and being chosen to play on the team. He also has trouble
completing his homework and, as a result, receives little positive
feedback from his parents or teacher. According to Erikson's
theory, failure at this stage of development results in: (Select all
that apply.)
1. Feelings of inadequacy.
2. A sense of guilt.
3. A poor sense of self.
4. Feelings of inferiority
5. Mistrust. Correct Answers 1,4
2. A mother and her two children are homeless and enter a free
health care clinic. Which statements most likely describe the
effects of homelessness on this family? (Select all that apply.)
1. The children have stability in their education.
2. The family members may have symptoms of malnutrition,
such as anemia.
3. The family is at a low risk for experiencing violence.
4. The children are at higher risk for developing ear infections.
5. All family members may have mental health issues Correct
Answers 2,4,5
, 2. A parent has brought her 6-month-old infant in for a well-
child check. Which of her statements indicates a need for further
teaching?
1. "I can start giving her whole milk at about 12 months."
2. "I can continue to breastfeed for another 6 months."
3. "I can give her plenty of fruit juice to increase her vitamin
intake."
4. "I can start giving her solid food now, introducing one food at
a time." Correct Answers 3
3. A nurse is caring for a 66-year-old patient who lives alone
and is receiving chemotherapy and radiation for a new cancer
diagnosis. He is unable to care for himself because of severe
pain and fatigue. He moves into his 68-year-old brother's home
so his brother can help care for him. Which assessment findings
indicate that this family caregiving situation will be successful?
(Select all that apply.)
1. Both the patient and his brother attend church together
regularly.
2. The brothers are living together and enjoy eating the same
foods.
3. Other siblings live in the same city and are willing to help.
4. The patient and his brother have a close network of friends.
5. The patient has obsessive-compulsive disorder and has
difficulty throwing away possessions. Correct Answers 1,3,4
3. A nurse is teaching the mother of a young infant about
prevention of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which of
Solutions
1. A family includes a mother, a stepfather, two teenage
biological daughters of the mother, and a biological daughter of
the father. The father's daughter just moved home following the
loss of her job in another city. The family is converting a study
into a bedroom and is in the process of distributing household
chores. Nursing assessment reveals all members of the family
think that their family can adjust to lifestyle changes. This is an
example of family:
1. Diversity.
2. Durability.
3. Resiliency.
4. Configuration. Correct Answers 3
1. The nurse is aware that preschoolers often display a
developmental characteristic that makes them treat dolls or
stuffed animals as if they have thoughts and feelings. This is an
example of:
1. Logical reasoning.
2. Egocentrism.
3. Concrete thinking.
4. Animism. Correct Answers 4
1. Which of the following should be included in health teaching
for a pregnant patient? (Select all that apply.)
,1. Exposure of the fetus to alcohol, drugs, or tobacco can cause
abnormal development.
2. Nutritional needs increase during pregnancy, and eating
healthy foods is important.
3. Complementary and alternative therapies should always be
avoided during pregnancy.
4. Provide education on self-care to reduce common discomforts
of pregnancy, such as nausea.
5. Recommend birthing classes to prepare the mother for the
birthing process. Correct Answers 1,2,4,5
10. Dave reports being happy and satisfied with his life. What
do we know about him?
1. He is in one of the later developmental periods, concerned
with reviewing his life.
2. He is atypical, since most people in any of the developmental
stages report significant dissatisfaction with their lives.
3. He is in one of the earlier developmental periods, concerned
with establishing a career and satisfying long-term relationships.
4. It is difficult to determine Dave's developmental stage since
most people report overall satisfaction with their lives in all
stages. Correct Answers 4
10. During a visit to a family clinic, a nurse teaches a mother
about immunizations, the use of car seats, and home safety for
an infant and toddler. Which type of nursing interventions are
these?
,1. Restorative
2. Health promotion
3. Acute care
4. Growth and development Correct Answers 2
2. A 9-year-old child has a difficult time making friends at
school and being chosen to play on the team. He also has trouble
completing his homework and, as a result, receives little positive
feedback from his parents or teacher. According to Erikson's
theory, failure at this stage of development results in: (Select all
that apply.)
1. Feelings of inadequacy.
2. A sense of guilt.
3. A poor sense of self.
4. Feelings of inferiority
5. Mistrust. Correct Answers 1,4
2. A mother and her two children are homeless and enter a free
health care clinic. Which statements most likely describe the
effects of homelessness on this family? (Select all that apply.)
1. The children have stability in their education.
2. The family members may have symptoms of malnutrition,
such as anemia.
3. The family is at a low risk for experiencing violence.
4. The children are at higher risk for developing ear infections.
5. All family members may have mental health issues Correct
Answers 2,4,5
, 2. A parent has brought her 6-month-old infant in for a well-
child check. Which of her statements indicates a need for further
teaching?
1. "I can start giving her whole milk at about 12 months."
2. "I can continue to breastfeed for another 6 months."
3. "I can give her plenty of fruit juice to increase her vitamin
intake."
4. "I can start giving her solid food now, introducing one food at
a time." Correct Answers 3
3. A nurse is caring for a 66-year-old patient who lives alone
and is receiving chemotherapy and radiation for a new cancer
diagnosis. He is unable to care for himself because of severe
pain and fatigue. He moves into his 68-year-old brother's home
so his brother can help care for him. Which assessment findings
indicate that this family caregiving situation will be successful?
(Select all that apply.)
1. Both the patient and his brother attend church together
regularly.
2. The brothers are living together and enjoy eating the same
foods.
3. Other siblings live in the same city and are willing to help.
4. The patient and his brother have a close network of friends.
5. The patient has obsessive-compulsive disorder and has
difficulty throwing away possessions. Correct Answers 1,3,4
3. A nurse is teaching the mother of a young infant about
prevention of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which of
