Who is the nursing theorist known for developing the "21 Nursing Problems" framework?

• Dorothea Orem
• Faye Abdellah
• Imogene King
• Madeleine Leininger

What is the central focus of Faye Abdellah's nursing theory?

• Meeting basic patient needs
• Promoting patient independence
• Identifying specific nursing problems
• Understanding cultural diversity

In Abdellah's framework, what is the purpose of the "problem-solving" phase?

• To establish rapport with the patient
• To identify nursing diagnoses
• To administer medications
• To terminate the nurse-patient relationship

According to Abdellah, what is the primary role of the nurse?

• To focus on medical treatments
• To meet the patient's physiological needs
• To help the patient achieve self-fulfillment
• To collect data for research purpose

What does Abdellah consider essential for effective nursing care?

• A strong nurse-physician collaboration
• A thorough understanding of medical terminology
• Individualized care based on patient needs
• Frequent use of medical technology

According to Abdellah, what is the primary goal of nursing care?

• To meet the patient's physical needs
• To address the patient's cultural beliefs
• To promote self-care and independence
• To provide emotional support to the patient

How does Abdellah view the concept of "health" in her nursing theory?

• As the absence of disease
• As a dynamic state of being
• As the sole responsibility of physicians
• As a static and unchanging condition

In Abdellah's theory, what is the role of the nurse in the "evaluation" phase of nursing care?

• To administer medications
• To terminate the nurse-patient relationship
• To assess the effectiveness of nursing interventions
• To prepare a care plan for the patient

According to Abdellah, what is the significance of "communication" in nursing care?

• It is not relevant in nursing
• It is essential for building rapport with patients
• It should be limited to medical terminology
• It is primarily the physician's responsibility

What is the primary focus of Abdellah's "21 Nursing Problems" framework?

• Identifying medical diagnoses
• Identifying nursing diagnoses and problems
• Administering medications
• Collecting patient data for research purposes