Test Bank - Advanced Practice
Nursing in the Care of Older Adults,
2nd Edition (Kennedy-Malone, 2019),
Chapter 1-19 | All Chapters
Work Force Advocacy - answer-The power a nurse can call on to resolve conflict and
improve care. **to advocate for your patient you have to be able to advocate for
yourself!*** Nursing Shortage (contributing factors) - answer-1. aging population (baby
boomers retiring and also needing health care) 2. Demand for higher education of nurses 3.
Demand for nurse educators Why nurses leave.... - answer-1. inadequate orientation 2.
high patient loads 3. floating between patient care units 4. Sprains, Strains and back
injuries Magnet Hospitals - answer-1. Successful retention program Promotes standards
for professional nursing practice and recognizes quality, excellence and service. 2. Higher
levels of autonomy, better relationships with physicians. Joint Commission Standards for
Safe Work Environment - answer-If its not safe for the nurses its not safe for the patient. 9
Elements of a healthful work environment (Note: understand but don't need to memorize) -
answer-1 .Collaborative practice culture 2. Communication-rich culture 3. Culture of
accountability 4. Presence of adequate numbers of qualified nurses 5. Presence of expert,
competent, credible, and visible leadership 6. Shared decision making at all levels 7.
Encouragement of professional practice and continued growth/development 8.
