Henderson's Need Theory Quiz

Which of Henderson's 14 components most directly supports the patient's ability to avoid healthcare-associated infections?

• Eliminate body waste

• Maintain body temperature

• Avoid dangers

• Keep the body clean

Why did Henderson consider earlier ANA definitions of nursing to be inadequate?

• They focused too much on theory

• They lacked specificity in defining nursing functions

• They excluded patient education

• They were too focused on the environment

Which component of Henderson's theory most directly intersects with spiritual care?

• Express emotions

• Worship according to one's faith

• Learn and satisfy curiosity

• Accomplish work

What aspect of Henderson's theory makes it more compatible with Roper, Logan, and Tierney's model than with Benner's theory?

• Its use of developmental stages

• Its focus on clinical experience

• Its emphasis on daily living and basic needs

• Its concern with cultural diversity

According to Henderson, what is the unique role of the nurse in relation to the 14 needs?

• To provide expert clinical judgment

• To help patients perform tasks they would do independently if able

• To supervise care technicians

• To replace the function of family caregivers

Which of the following best demonstrates the theory's holistic foundation?

• Inclusion of sleep as a biological need

• Viewing health as a balance of physical, emotional, and spiritual components

• Emphasis on physical safety and hygiene

• Focus on communication skills

What does Henderson's concept of 'environment' include that differs from Nightingale's environmental theory?

• It only includes sanitation and light

• It also includes internal psychological conditions

• It refers only to hospital infrastructure

• It excludes social surroundings

Why is 'learning and satisfying curiosity' included in a health care model like Henderson's?

• It supports nurse education

• It helps promote emotional recovery and cognitive engagement

• It allows nurses to assess patient intelligence

• It's a guideline for family members

Which statement best reflects how Henderson's theory supports patient discharge planning?

• It ensures medication safety during transition

• It enables nurses to evaluate which needs still require assistance for independent living

• It provides tools for hospital administration

• It offers a psychological profile for community integration

How does Henderson's view of 'nursing' differ from Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory?

• Henderson focuses on nurse actions for dependent patients

• Henderson excludes self-care principles

• Henderson emphasizes nurse autonomy

• Henderson assumes all patients require full assistance