1. A nurse is collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop a care plan for a patient with chronic heart failure. Which action best demonstrates effective interprofessional collaboration? a) The nurse independently creates the care plan and informs the team of the plan. b) The nurse invites input from all team members and integrates their suggestions into the plan. c) The nurse delegates tasks to team members without seeking their input on the care plan. d) The nurse follows the physician's care plan without discussion. Answer: b) This option demonstrates effective interprofessional collaboration by valuing and integrating the expertise of all team members. 2. During a team meeting, a disagreement arises regarding a patient's medication regimen. What is the first step in clinical reasoning that the nurse should take to address this conflict? a) Insist on following the nurse's initial plan. b) Seek evidence from recent medical literature to support the best course of action. c) Change the medication regimen to avoid conflict. d) Dismiss the concerns of other team members. Answer: b) Seeking evidence supports clinical reasoning and ensures that decisions are based on the best available evidence, promoting safe and effective care. 3. A patient with diabetes requires education on managing their condition. Which strategy exemplifies evidence-based practice in patient education? a) Providing standardized education materials to all patients with diabetes. b) Tailoring education to the patient's specific needs, literacy level, and cultural background. c) Assuming the patient already knows the basics of diabetes management. d) Avoiding detailed education to prevent overwhelming the patient. Answer: b) Tailoring education ensures that the patient receives relevant, understandable, and applicable information, which is a