Nursing Elites

1. The mentally ill person responds positively to the nurse who is warm and caring. This is a demonstration of the nurse’s role as:

• A. counselor
• B. mother surrogate
• C. therapist
• D. socializing agent

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Patient safety and efficacy of care depend on actions rooted in established nursing protocols that consider both the immediate and long-term needs of the patient.

2. A nurse that is always ready to answer for all his actions and decision is said to be:

• A. Accountable C. Critical thinker
• B. Responsible D. Assertive
• C.
• D.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Patient safety and efficacy of care depend on actions rooted in established nursing protocols that consider both the immediate and long-term needs of the patient.

3. The component that should receive the highest priority before physical examination is the:

• A. Psychological preparation of the client
• B. Physical Preparation of the client
• C. Preparation of the Environment
• D. Preparation of the Equipments

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

4. Which of the following amino acids are considered indispensable?

• A. Lysine
• B. Methionine
• C. Tryptophan
• D. Valine

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Lysine. Indispensable amino acids are those that the body cannot synthesize and must be obtained from the diet. Lysine, methionine, and tryptophan are all examples of indispensable amino acids. However, the question specifically asked for 3 out of the 9 indispensable amino acids, making 'Lysine' the correct choice. Choices B, C, and D are also indispensable amino acids but are not the focus of the question.

5. As a nurse, you can help improve the effectiveness of communication among healthcare givers by:

• A. Use of reminders of ‘what to do’
• B. Using standardized list of abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols
• C. One-on-one oral endorsement
• D. Text messaging and e-mail

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Understanding the underlying pathology and therapeutic techniques ensures that nursing care is not only reactive but also preventative, reducing the risk of complications.

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