FNP Domain 3: Planning Welcome to your FNP Domain 3: Planning 1. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is developing a care plan for a patient with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes. Which of the following is the most important element to include for immediate intervention? Scheduled physical activity Patient education on foot care Nutritional counseling for a balanced diet Social support and counseling services None 2. FNP: Planning When planning care for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 'COPD', which intervention should be prioritized to enhance quality of life and reduce exacerbations? Low-intensity exercise program Annual influenza vaccination Cognitive behavioral therapy Nutritional supplementation None 3. FNP: Planning For a patient experiencing frequent migraine headaches, which of the following preventive strategies should a nurse practitioner prioritize in the treatment plan? Prophylactic medication Referral to a neurologist Regular sleep schedule Stress management techniques None 4. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is planning care for an elderly patient with advanced dementia. Which of the following interventions should be prioritized to ensure safety and well-being? Regular cognitive therapy sessions Enhanced indoor lighting Installation of safety rails and alarms Daily structured activities None 5. FNP: Planning In planning care for a post-operative patient who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), what is the most critical element to include for promoting recovery? Pain management protocols Cardiac rehabilitation referral Regular dietitian consultations Psychological support for stress management None 6. FNP: Planning When planning care for a patient with severe arthritis, which intervention should a nurse practitioner prioritize to maximize the patient's independence and mobility? Joint replacement surgery referral Physical therapy for joint mobility High-dose anti-inflammatory medication Community support group participation None 7. FNP: Planning In planning postpartum care for a mother diagnosed with postpartum depression 'PPD', what is the most crucial element to include? Regular pediatrician visits for the baby Supportive psychotherapy and counseling for the mother Breastfeeding support and resources Immediate family education about PPD None 8. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is creating a care plan for a teenager with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. Which educational topic should be emphasized as the priority? Long-term complications of diabetes Daily glucose monitoring and insulin administration Importance of regular physical activity Nutritional management and diet planning None 9. FNP: Planning For a patient recently diagnosed with HIV, what should a nurse practitioner prioritize in the initial care plan? Psychological counseling for coping with the diagnosis Immediate family testing and counseling Antiretroviral therapy initiation Nutritional assessment and planning None 10. FNP: Planning When planning a care strategy for a patient with end-stage renal disease'ESRD' on hemodialysis, what is the most crucial intervention to incorporate? Scheduling for regular dental check-ups Adherence to a strict fluid restriction regimen Social worker consultations for emotional support Exercise recommendations for maintaining muscle mass None 11. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is developing a care plan for an elderly patient with Parkinson's disease. Which intervention should be prioritized to manage the risk of falls? Cognitive behavioral therapy Occupational therapy for home safety evaluation Prescription of anti-parkinsonian medications Regular vision and hearing checks None 12. FNP: Planning In planning care for a patient with bipolar disorder, which intervention should be emphasized to prevent relapse during periods of remission? Regular exercise and activity scheduling Ongoing medication management Psychoeducational programs Regular sleep pattern maintenance None 13. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is planning a smoking cessation program for a patient who has smoked for 20 years. What should be the primary focus of the intervention? Immediate cessation with pharmacological aids Gradual reduction in smoking frequency Psychological counseling for addiction Enrollment in a support group None 14. FNP: Planning For a patient with severe seasonal allergies, what is the most critical planning aspect for effective management? Allergy testing to identify specific allergens Prophylactic use of antihistamines Environmental modifications at home and work Education on the use of epinephrine auto-injectors None 15. FNP: Planning When planning care for a patient recently diagnosed with celiac disease, which dietary intervention should a nurse practitioner prioritize? Gluten-free diet initiation High-fiber diet Low-fat diet High-protein diet None 16. FNP: Planning In developing a care plan for a patient with congestive heart failure (CHF), which intervention should be prioritized to optimize cardiac function and reduce hospital readmissions? Sodium restriction in the diet Regular aerobic exercise Daily weight monitoring Cognitive behavioral therapy for stress management None 17. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is planning post-surgical care for a patient who had a total knee replacement. What is the most important aspect to include for optimal recovery? Pain management protocols Aggressive physiotherapy beginning on day one Nutritional counseling for weight management Regular follow-up visits to monitor healing None 18. FNP: Planning When planning a care strategy for a patient with ulcerative colitis during a flare-up, which intervention should be emphasized? High-fiber diet Probiotic supplementation Use of aminosalicylates and corticosteroids Stress reduction techniques None 19. FNP: Planning For a patient with a history of recurrent kidney stones, what should be the primary focus in the care plan to prevent future episodes? Increased fluid intake Low calcium diet Regular renal ultrasound monitoring Medications to dissolve stones None 20. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is planning care for a patient with advanced liver disease. Which nutritional adjustment should be prioritized to minimize complications? Increased protein intake Reduced sodium intake High-calorie meals Low-fiber diet None 21. FNP: Planning When planning care for a patient with severe asthma, which intervention should a nurse practitioner prioritize to prevent acute exacerbations? Introduction of leukotriene modifiers Regular peak flow monitoring Stress management techniques Aerobic exercise program None 22. FNP: Planning In developing a care plan for a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), what is the most crucial element to include for flare management? Sun protection High-dose vitamin D supplementation Regular aerobic exercise NSAID administration None 23. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is planning a care plan for a pregnant woman at high risk for preeclampsia. Which of the following interventions should be emphasized? Regular weight checks Low-salt diet Aspirin therapy starting from the second trimester Increased fluid intake None 24. FNP: Planning For a patient with chronic kidney disease 'CKD' stage 4, what dietary change should a nurse practitioner prioritize to slow disease progression? High protein intake Reduced potassium intake Phosphorus restriction Increased carbohydrate intake None 25. FNP: Planning When planning care for a patient recovering from a myocardial infarction, what intervention should be prioritized to reduce the risk of another cardiac event? Beta-blocker therapy Psychological counseling High-intensity interval training Dietary modification to include omega-3 fatty acids None 26. FNP: Planning A nurse practitioner is planning care for an adolescent with severe acne. What should be the primary focus of the treatment plan? Antibiotic therapy Dietary changes to reduce oily foods Topical retinoids Psychological assessment for self-esteem issues None 27. FNP: Planning In planning care for a patient with obstructive sleep apnea 'OSA', which intervention should a nurse practitioner prioritize to immediately improve nighttime breathing? Weight loss program CPAP machine use Surgical evaluation for adenoid removal Introduction of sedatives to improve sleep quality None 28. FNP: Planning For a patient with recent unexplained weight loss and fatigue, what should be the primary focus in the initial care plan? Immediate caloric supplementation Comprehensive metabolic panel Referral for psychiatric evaluation Increased physical activity None 29. FNP: Planning When planning a smoking cessation program for a patient who has smoked for 20 years, what should be the primary focus of the intervention? Immediate cessation with pharmacological aids Gradual reduction in smoking frequency Psychological counseling for addiction Enrollment in a support group None 30. FNP: Planning For a patient recently diagnosed with HIV, what should a nurse practitioner prioritize in the initial care plan? Psychological counseling for coping with the diagnosis Immediate family testing and counseling Antiretroviral therapy initiation Nutritional assessment and planning None 1 out of 30 Time is Up! Time's up
