Chapter 4 – Nursing Process & Critical Thinking (10 Questions)

Which step of the nursing process involves setting measurable, patient-centered goals?

• Assessment

• Diagnosis

• Planning

• Evaluation

A nurse prioritizes airway management before emotional support. Which principle is applied?

• Clinical judgment

• Maslow’s Hierarchy

• Quality improvement

• ISBARR

Which is an example of an independent nursing intervention?

• Administering IV antibiotics

• Teaching deep breathing exercises

• Inserting a Foley catheter

• Ordering lab tests

Which statement reflects critical thinking?

• “I always follow the doctor’s orders without question.”

• “I ask why this intervention is best for my patient.”

• “I rely on past habits for decision-making.”

• “I avoid questioning protocols.”

Which action demonstrates clinical judgment?

• Documenting intake and output

• Recognizing cues and prioritizing oxygen administration

• Following routine without assessment

• Delegating without supervision

Which is the best example of outcome-based evaluation?

• Reviewing patient satisfaction surveys

• Checking if pain decreased after analgesic administration

• Counting medication doses

• Observing staff compliance

Which nursing diagnosis is highest priority?

• Risk for impaired skin integrity

• Ineffective airway clearance

• Disturbed body image

• Social isolation

Which statement about quality improvement is correct?

• It is a one-time process

• It focuses on continuous evaluation

• It applies only to physicians

• It ignores patient outcomes

Which tool helps organize patient care visually?

• Kardex

• Concept map

• ISBARR

• Incident report

Which is the first step in decision-making?

• Evaluate results

• Identify the problem

• Gather data

• Choose intervention