NU 500 Theoretical Foundations for Nursing MIDTERM READINESS EXAM GUIDE Q & S 2025/2026

1. Which nursing theorist is known for the development of
the "Need Theory"?
 A) Virginia Henderson
 B) Dorothea Orem
 C) Jean Watson
 D) Imogene King

 Correct Answer: A) Virginia Henderson
 Rationale: Henderson defined nursing as helping
individuals meet their needs and emphasized the
importance of independence.
2. In which model do the concepts of "person", "health",
"environment", and "nursing" interact dynamically?
 A) Nightingale's Environmental Theory
 B) Orem’s Self-Care Model
 C) Roy’s Adaptation Model
 D) Watson’s Caring Theory

 Correct Answer: C) Roy’s Adaptation Model
 Rationale: Roy's model views humans as adaptive
systems that interact with their environment.
3. The Nursing Process is comprised of how many steps?
 A) 4
 B) 5
 C) 6
 D) 7

 Correct Answer: B) 5
 Rationale: The five steps are Assessment, Diagnosis,
Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation.