NACE Foundations of Nursing 3

Question 1

A nurse is caring for a patient who speaks a different language. What is the most appropriate action to ensure effective communication?

Accepted Answer

Arrange for a certified medical interpreter

Answer

A certified medical interpreter ensures accurate translation of medical terminology and protects patient confidentiality, which family members may not provide.

Question 2

Which level of prevention focuses on early detection of disease through screening programs?

Accepted Answer

Secondary prevention

Answer

Secondary prevention involves early detection and prompt treatment of disease, typically through screening programs such as mammograms or blood pressure checks.

Question 3

What is the nurse's first action when discovering a medication error?

Accepted Answer

Assess the patient for adverse effects

Answer

Patient safety is the priority. The nurse must first assess the patient for any adverse effects from the medication error before taking additional steps.

Question 4

Which type of nursing diagnosis identifies a clinical judgment about a patient's actual health problem?

Accepted Answer

Actual nursing diagnosis

Answer

An actual nursing diagnosis describes a clinical judgment about a patient's current health condition that has been validated by defining characteristics (signs and symptoms).

Question 5

According to the ANA Code of Ethics, which statement best describes the nurse's primary commitment?

Accepted Answer

To the patient

Answer

The ANA Code of Ethics Provision 2 states that the nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, community, or population.

Nursing Acceleration Challenge Exam (NACE) I PN-RN Practice Test

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NACE Foundations of Nursing 3