Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing Assessment and Management of Clinical
Problems 11th Edition Test Bank
1. Question: What is the primary purpose of the assessment phase of the nursing
process?
o Answer: To gather comprehensive data about the patient to identify health
problems and strengths.
2. Question: During which phase of the nursing process are nursing diagnoses
made?
o Answer: Diagnosis phase.
3. Question: Which term describes the specific, measurable outcomes expected
from nursing interventions?
o Answer: Patient goals.
4. Question: What is the primary focus of the implementation phase in the nursing
process?
o Answer: To execute the planned interventions to achieve the desired patient
outcomes.
5. Question: Why is ongoing evaluation important after implementing a nursing
care plan?
o Answer: To determine if the patient’s health outcomes are being met and to
make necessary adjustments to the plan.
6. Question: What is included in a well-written nursing diagnosis?
o Answer: The problem, its etiology, and defining characteristics.
7. Question: What is the purpose of the planning phase in the nursing process?
o Answer: To develop a comprehensive care plan that includes interventions and
expected outcomes.
8. Question: How should a nurse prioritize nursing diagnoses?
o Answer: By determining which issues are most critical to the patient’s safety and
wellbeing.
9. Question: What is the difference between short-term and long-term goals in
nursing care?
o Answer: Short-term goals are expected to be achieved in a short time, while
long-term goals take longer to accomplish.
10. Question: Which step follows the implementation phase in the nursing process?
o Answer: Evaluation phase.
Delegation and Supervision
