N212: Health Differences Across the Life Span 2

Health Differences Across the Lifespan 2 Study Guide

©2017 Achieve Test Prep Page 59 of 140 The student was unable to delineate the differences between symptoms of bipolar disorder and manic depression. d. The student did not conduct a comprehensive review of psychiatric nursingliterature during her semester. 3. Which of the following defines “clinical practiceguideline”? a. A step-by-step flowchart representing alternative diagnostic and treatment approaches b. A compilation of interventions that should occur within a specific timeframe c. A systematically developed summary of the best available evidence used tomake informed decisions about specific healthproblems d. A list of expected outcomes using a measurable format 4. Which of the following provides the strongest evidence on which to base clinical nursing practice? a. A randomized, controlled study b. A nurse’s clinical experience in a direct patient care setting c. A descriptive clinical study d. A report from a practice guidance committee 5. When an experienced psychiatric nurse listens carefully to a patient’s detailed recounting of a traumatic emotional experience, she is: a. Acting as a patient advocate b. Using an attending behavior c. Interpreting “best evidence” d. Using a systematic approach to care Chapter Two Practice Questions 1. Evidence-based practice (EBP) depends on a combination of which of the following sources of information and knowledge? Select all that apply. a. Clinical expertise b. Randomized controlled trials c. Theories of ethical decisionmaking d. Patient preferences 2. A student nurse receives her final course evaluation for her clinical practicum in psychiatry, which took place at an urban mental health clinic. Her professor reported that she demonstrated competent and knowledgeable practice but gave her a grade of “C.” The student is disbelieving and confused. Which of the following is the most likely the rationale of the professor? a. The student was reported to be anxious about patients’ reactions during the first week. b. The student was reported to lack a compassionate attitude towardpatients. c.