Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Practice Test

What does the Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) primarily categorize?

1. Specific interventions

2. Patient assessments

3. Medical histories

4. Nursing theories

The correct answer is: Specific interventions

The Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) primarily categorizes specific interventions that nurses perform in the course of patient care. This classification system provides a standardized language for documenting and communicating the nursing care interventions that are delivered to patients. By focusing on specific interventions, NIC helps to ensure that nursing care is comprehensive, consistent, and focused on achieving positive patient outcomes. NIC encompasses a wide range of interventions, including both direct patient care and indirect care measures, making it an essential tool for nursing practice. This classification helps nurses plan, implement, and evaluate care effectively, as well as to contribute to research and education. Other options such as patient assessments, medical histories, or nursing theories do not align with the primary purpose and focus of NIC, which is specifically on categorizing interventions rather than assessments or theoretical frameworks.