SOLUTIONS REVIEW PACK
◉ Match the following components of systems theory with the
definition of that component.
A. Feedback
B. Input
C. Content
D. Output
1. Data entering the system
2. End product
3. Data related to system functioning
4. Product and information obtained from the system.
Answer: A. Feedback----3. Data related to system functioning
B. Input----- 1. Data entering the system
C. Content-----4. Product and information obtained from the system
D. Output---- 2. End product
◉ A patient is admitted to an acute care area. The patient is an active
business man who is worried about getting back to work. He has had
,severe diarrhea and vomiting for the last week. He is weak, and his
breathing is labored. Using Maslow's hierarchy of needs, identify this
patient's immediate priority.
A. Self-actualization
B. Air, water, and nutrition
C. Safety
D. Esteem and self-esteem needs.
Answer: B. Air, water, and nutrition
The immediate priority is air, water, and nutrition. The patient needs
to have sufficient air exchange, which might require oxygen
administration. In addition the patient needs to have appropriate
fluid balance and some nutritional supplement.
◉ Match the following theories with their definitions.
A. Grand theory
B. Middle-range theory
C. Descriptive theory
D. Prescriptive theory
1. Addresses specific phenomena and reflect practice
, 2. First level in theory development and describes a phenomenon
3. Provides a structural framework for broad concepts about
nursing
4. Linked to outcomes (consequences of specific nursing
interventions).
Answer: A. Grand theory---- 3. Provides a structural framework for
broad concepts about nursing
B. Middle-range theory----1. Addresses specific phenomena and
reflect practice
C. Descriptive theory---- 2. First level in theory development and
describes a phenomenon
D. Prescriptive theory----4. Linked to outcomes (consequences of
specific nursing interventions)
◉ Which of the following is closely aligned with Leininger's theory?
A. Caring for patients from unique cultures
B. Understanding the humanistic aspects of life
C. Variables affecting a patient's response to a stressor
D. Caring for patients who cannot adapt to internal and external
environmental demands.
Answer: A. Caring for patients from unique cultures