Question 1

A high school graduate plans to attend a One Plus One Program.How should this student explain the program to her friends?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I can have my LPN courses applied to a baccalaureate degree."
B)  "My courses from the LPN program will be placed toward an associate degree."
C)  "I can apply to a Master of Science in Nursing degree program after two years."
D)  "I'll become an LPN first and then take another year of classes while I work as a nurse."E) B) and D)
F) None of the above D

Question 2

The manager reviews the organizational policy about unprofessional conduct.Which actions should the manager describe that would lead to revoking or suspending a nursing license? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Accidentally causing a skin tear on a frail elderly patient
B)  Conduct that violates the Nurse Practice Act
C)  Documenting patient care at the end of the shift
D)  The use of drugs or alcohol while on duty
E)  Failure to supervise nursing assistants and unlicensed assistive personnelF) B) and D)
G) D) and E)

Question 3

The Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) project was established to equip the next generation of nurses to help make needed changes in health care.Which are included in the six prelicensure knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs) for nursing and graduate students? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Patient-centered care
B)  Appearance
C)  Leadership
D)  Teamwork and collaboration
E)  Evidence-based practiceF) None of the above
G) B) and E)

Question 4

The nurse provides care and meets the needs of a patient until the patient is able to resume self-care.Which nursing theory is this nurse implementing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Levine
B)  Johnson
C)  Neuman
D)  HendersonE) A) and B)
F) All of the above D

Question 5

The nurse reviews a new medication prescribed for a patient and contacts the pharmacy to ask questions about the prescribed dose and route.Which behavior did the nurse demonstrate in this situation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Safety
B)  Quality
C)  Teamwork
D)  CollaborationE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 6

The nurse researches the Nurse Practice Act before completing a skill.Which body is responsible for enforcing this Act?

Accepted Answer

A)  State Board of Nursing
B)  County Health Department
C)  State Department of Health
D)  National League for NursingE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

A participant at a health career fair is interested in attending a diploma program for nursing.Which should be explained to this participant about the program?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a hospital-based nursing education program.
B)  Courses to achieve a college degree are required.
C)  This is the most basic of all the entry-level options for nurses.
D)  A private or community college is attended for a minimum of 2 years.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 8

The diploma nurse applied to a program to earn a baccalaureate degree before applying to a Master of Science Degree in Nursing program.Which career track is this nurse following?

Accepted Answer

A)  One Plus One
B)  PN to diploma
C)  Diploma to AD
D)  Diploma to BSNE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 9

While caring for a patient, the nurse performs an intervention that is beyond the scope of practice.The nurse has violated the expectations of which regulatory body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ethics Committee
B)  Nurse Practice Act
C)  State Department of Health
D)  National League for Nursing EducationE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

The manager is preparing an annual performance review for a new nurse.Which behaviors indicate that the nurse is demonstrating professional behaviors? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Arrives to work on time
B)  Identifies the mistakes of others
C)  Asks for help when appropriate
D)  Covers patient care assignments for other nurses
E)  Adheres to the required length of time for breaksF) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 11

During a community health fair, a former patient reports not smoking for 6 months since receiving the smoking cessation material while hospitalized.In which way should the nurse process this patient's report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Positive impact on health
B)  Reason to talk to an acquaintance
C)  Effective recovery from hospitalization
D)  Role-model for others desiring to stop smokingE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 12

The nursing instructor reviews the importance of joining a professional organization with a group of students.For which student comment should the instructor provide more information?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Professional organizations allow me to have a collective voice."
B)  "Professional organizations limit my ability to influence laws and policies."
C)  "Professional behavior is demonstrated by joining a professional organization."
D)  "By joining a professional organization, I will have opportunities for leadership."E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

A high school student wants to become a nurse midwife.Which levels of education should this student prepare to pursue in order to achieve the desired role in nursing? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Doctorate in nursing
B)  Master of science in nursing
C)  Registered nurse, associate degree
D)  Registered nurse, diploma program
E)  Registered nurse, baccalaureate degreeF) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 14

The nurse prepares a seminar on the history of nursing for a group of high school students.Who should the nurse identify as historical providers of care in addition to family members?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nurses
B)  Physicians
C)  Male priests
D)  Female priestsE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

The nurse reviewed the state nurse practice act with a new colleague.Which statement indicates that the new nurse understands the role and function of this act?

Accepted Answer

A)  "The Nurse Practice Act is the same in every state."
B)  "The Nurse Practice Act does not specify who can supervise a nurse."
C)  "The Nurse Practice Act is determined by the American Nurses Association."
D)  "The Nurse Practice Act establishes the scope of practice for each level of nurse."E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

The nurse reviews with a student the responsibilities of a student nurse.Which student statement indicates additional teaching is required?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I will check laboratory results for my patients often."
B)  "I am responsible for noting abnormal assessment findings."
C)  "I will frequently check the patient's chart for diagnostic test results."
D)  "It is not within my scope of practice to notify someone of abnormal findings."E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

The Nurses Associated Alumnae of the United States had which purpose?

Accepted Answer

A)  Set standards and rules in nursing education
B)  Keep nurses aware of the newest medical information
C)  Oversee training to protect patients from incompetent nurses
D)  Keep nurses updated on the newest information about nursing educationE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 18

The nurse notes that a patient's blood pressure has dropped.The patient is experiencing nausea, dizziness, and abdominal pain.Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the healthcare provider is notified with the patient's condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Being caring
B)  Being honest
C)  Being organized
D)  Being responsibleE) All of the above
F) B) and C) D

Question 19

A student nurse is learning about nursing history.Which statement should the student use to describe Lillian Wald?

Accepted Answer

A)  Instrumental in providing nursing care during the Crimean War
B)  The first visiting nurse and founder of the Henry Street Settlement
C)  Instrumental in establishing a 3-year training program for nurses
D)  The first president of what is known today as the American Red CrossE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 20

While providing medications, the nurse realizes that an incorrect dose was provided to a patient.Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the error is reported to the manager?

Accepted Answer

A)  Being caring
B)  Being honest
C)  Being organized
D)  Being responsibleE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Exam 1: The Vista of Nursing

A high school graduate plans to attend a One Plus One Program.How should this student explain the program to her friends?

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The manager reviews the organizational policy about unprofessional conduct.Which actions should the manager describe that would lead to revoking or suspending a nursing license? Select all that apply.

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The Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) project was established to equip the next generation of nurses to help make needed changes in health care.Which are included in the six prelicensure knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs) for nursing and graduate students? Select all that apply.

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The nurse provides care and meets the needs of a patient until the patient is able to resume self-care.Which nursing theory is this nurse implementing?

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The nurse reviews a new medication prescribed for a patient and contacts the pharmacy to ask questions about the prescribed dose and route.Which behavior did the nurse demonstrate in this situation?

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The nurse researches the Nurse Practice Act before completing a skill.Which body is responsible for enforcing this Act?

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A participant at a health career fair is interested in attending a diploma program for nursing.Which should be explained to this participant about the program?

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The diploma nurse applied to a program to earn a baccalaureate degree before applying to a Master of Science Degree in Nursing program.Which career track is this nurse following?

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While caring for a patient, the nurse performs an intervention that is beyond the scope of practice.The nurse has violated the expectations of which regulatory body?

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The manager is preparing an annual performance review for a new nurse.Which behaviors indicate that the nurse is demonstrating professional behaviors? Select all that apply.

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During a community health fair, a former patient reports not smoking for 6 months since receiving the smoking cessation material while hospitalized.In which way should the nurse process this patient's report?

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The nursing instructor reviews the importance of joining a professional organization with a group of students.For which student comment should the instructor provide more information?

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A high school student wants to become a nurse midwife.Which levels of education should this student prepare to pursue in order to achieve the desired role in nursing? Select all that apply.

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The nurse prepares a seminar on the history of nursing for a group of high school students.Who should the nurse identify as historical providers of care in addition to family members?

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The nurse reviewed the state nurse practice act with a new colleague.Which statement indicates that the new nurse understands the role and function of this act?

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The nurse reviews with a student the responsibilities of a student nurse.Which student statement indicates additional teaching is required?

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The Nurses Associated Alumnae of the United States had which purpose?

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The nurse notes that a patient's blood pressure has dropped.The patient is experiencing nausea, dizziness, and abdominal pain.Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the healthcare provider is notified with the patient's condition?

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A student nurse is learning about nursing history.Which statement should the student use to describe Lillian Wald?

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While providing medications, the nurse realizes that an incorrect dose was provided to a patient.Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the error is reported to the manager?

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