1.
Assessment, Diagnosis, Outcomes, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation are the six components of which of the following:
Correct Answer
C. ANA Standards of Nursing Practice
Explanation
The ANA Standard of Professional Performance describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role. The code of ethics is the philosophical ideals of right and wrong that define the principles the nurse will use to provide care to clients. NCLEX-RN is the national text to become a registered nurse.
2.
A profession has all of the following characteristics except:
Correct Answer
F. Is not governed by state and federal laws
Explanation
All of the answers are characteristics of a profession except not being governed by state and federal laws.
3.
She founded the Nurses Associated Alumnae of the United States and Canada, which later became the American Nurses Association (ANA).
Correct Answer
B. Isabel Hampton
Explanation
Florence Nightingale established the first school of nursing and improved conditions of sanitation.Nutting was instrumental in the affiliation of nursing education with universities.Mary Mahoney, the first African American professional nurse, worked to bring respect to individuals regardless of race, color, background, or religion.
4.
Dorothea Lynde Dix is responsible for the establishment of the American Red Cross
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
During the Civil War the Clara Barton tended to soldiers on the battlefields. After 10 years of lobbying by Barton the US Congress ratified the American Red Cross.
5.
During the Crimean War in 1853, the Sister's of Mercy carried a lamp to care for the fallen soldiers.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Florence Nightingale carried the lamp and was know as the lady with the lamp. She studied with the Sister's of Mercy and was appointed superintendent of the English General Hospitals in Turkey.
6.
She was the first practicing epidemiologist.
Correct Answer
D. Florence Nightingale
Explanation
Mary Ann Ball influenced nursing during the Civil War. Harriet Tubman was active in the Underground Railroad movement. Mary Agnes Snively assumed directorship of Toronto General Hospital.
7.
A code of ethics does ensures identical care to all clients
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
A code of ethics does not ensure identical care to all clients. It would be unacceptable.
8.
An __________ helps speak for the client, communicating the client's concerns and wishes to family and other caregivers.
Correct Answer
Advocate
9.
A ______________ assists in meeting all health care needs of the client,
including taking measures to restore emotional, spiritual, and social
well-being.
Correct Answer
Caregiver
10.
A problem-solving approach to clinical practice based on best practices
Correct Answer
B. The definition of evidence-based practice
Explanation
Evidence-based practice is a problem-solving approach to clinical practice that uses the best available evidence, along with the nurse's expertise and the client's preference and values, in making decisions about care. The other answers are incorrect.
11.
The examination for the registered nurse (RN) licensure is exactly the
same in every state in the United States. This examination provides for a minimum standard of ________________________
Correct Answer
B. Knowledge for practice
Explanation
The same test in every state ensures for a minimum set of knowledge. It cannot guarantee honesty, ethics or care.
12.
This regulates the scope of nursing practice and is designed to protect public health, safety, and welfare. This protection includes shielding the public from unqualified and unsafe nurses.
Correct Answer
A. Nurse Practice Acts (NPAs)
Explanation
NPA is the correct answer. The ANA publishes the Standards of Nursing Practice and the Standards of Professional Performance. The State Boards of Nursing oversees the NPAs and administers the NCLEX.
13.
A nurse implements coughing and deep breathing exercises for a new postoperative client. The nurse collaborates with a wound care specialist and other health-care professionals to pursue the best treatment plan for the client. This is an example of:
Correct Answer
C. Autonomy
Explanation
Autonomy is the act of independent nursing interventions that are initiated without medical orders
14.
Contemporary nursing requires that the nurse possess knowledge and
skills to carry out a variety of professional roles and
responsibilities. Examples include which of the following
Correct Answer
E. All of the above
Explanation
Autonomy, accountability, cargiver, advocate, educator, communicator and manager are all roles/responsibilities for today's nurses.
15.
This institution sets the standards for excellence and innovation in nursing education.
Correct Answer
A. NLN (National League for Nursing)
Explanation
The NLN advances excellence in nursing education to prepare nurses to meet the needs of a diverse population in a changing health care environment.The ANA is a strong lobbyist in professional practice issues, such as limits of overtime hours.