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- Which of Florence Nightingale's nursing principles is still practiced today? A) The nurse's role is defined by the physician's orders. B) The nurse's primary role is to spend time caring for others. C) The nurse is viewed as an independent healthcare provider D) The nurse is tasked with the responsibility of keeping the environment clean.
- What contribution did Roman Matron Phoebe make to the origins of nursing? A) Established first gerontological facility B) Was the first deaconess and visiting nurse C) Established inns and hospitals for pilgrims D) Was the namesake of the first free hospital in Rome in 390 AD
- What contribution did Roman Matron Saint Marcella make to the origins of nursing? A) First to teach nursing skills B) Was the first deaconess and visiting nurse C) Established inns and hospitals for pilgrims D) Was the namesake of the first free hospital in Rome in 390 AD
- In what time period were monastic orders established to care for the sick? A) 500 BC B) 460 BC C) First century D) Second century
- Which nursing programs were established on the basis of the Nightingale plan? Select all that apply. A) Kaiserswerth School for Nursing B) Bellevue Hospital School of Nursing C) Connecticut Training School in New Haven D) Boston Training School at Massachusetts E) St. Thomas Hospital in London
- A beginning nursing student asks about the principles taught by the Nightingale Nursing School. What should the nurse's answer include? Select all that apply. A) Cleanliness is vital to recovery. B) Cure is better than prevention. C) The nurse must work as a member of a team. D) The nurse should be healthy in both mind and in body E) The nurse must use discretion, but must follow the physician's orders.
- A student nurse is interested in knowing some of the Nightingale School's innovation in the field of nursing. What should the nurse's response include? A) Establishment of a nurses' residence B) Records of school employment before graduation C) Exit examinations and academic and personal requirements, including a character reference before working D) Records of each student's progress that was later known as the “Henderson plan,” a model for current nursing programs
- A nursing student asks about the significance of the Nightingale lamp. What is the symbolism attached to this image? A) Warmth of caring B) Nursing education C) Energy of the nurse to heal others D) Commitment of the nurse to heal others
- Which interventions did Nightingale insist upon, that immediately served to reduce the mortality rate during the Crimean War? Select all that apply. A) Securing more funds and support B) Establishing sanitary conditions C) Providing quality nursing care D) Increasing the available nurse E) Procuring more medication
- What contribution did Isabel Hampton Robb make to the development of nursing in the United States? A) Founded the school of nursing at Johns Hopkins University B) Moved nursing from menial work to an honored profession C) Organized the school of nursing at Massachusetts General Hospital D) Founded American public health nursing
- What contribution did Lillian Wald make to the development of nursing in the United States? A) Founded the American Red Cross B) Founded American public health nursing C) Superintendent of female nurses during the Civil War D) Organized the school of nursing at Massachusetts General Hospital
- When were male nurses given ranking equal to female nurses in the armed forces? A) Civil War B) World War I C) World War II D) Korean War
- When considering the current trend of home care in the 21st century, what trends are expected to influence the nursing profession? A) Lower acuity in hospital and long-term care settings B) Shift to community-based care C) Lifestyle factors and shorter life expectancy D) Nursing education emphasizes service to clinical sites over education
- A newly graduated practical nurse asks the registered nurse (RN) about the impact of the women's movement on present-day nursing. What should the RN's response include? A) “It has no impact; nurses still provide only primary care.” B) “It encourages nurses to work in a more collaborative manner.” C) “It allows nurses to work without having to report to primary care providers.” D) “It encourages nurses to work independently.”
- Considering current trends that are expected to influence the nursing profession in the 21st century, which factors create a need for community-based nursing care? Select all that apply. A) Homeless, unemployed, or underemployed individuals B) Many people have limited health insurance C) Medical management of acute illness D) New advanced technology E) Extended life expectancy
- A nurse is caring for a client with terminal cancer at the client's home. Why should the nurse put greater emphasis on teaching with the family members taking care of the client? A) Family members may have to manage the patient-controlled analgesia pump to manage the client's pain. B) Family members are expected to provide primary healthcare. C) Family members are required to understand the advanced levels of nursing care. D) Hospital stays may need to be decreased in both frequency and length.
- There are current trends that are expected to influence the nursing profession in the 21st century. Which among the current trends have been the most influential for the nursing profession? Select all that apply. A) Autonomy B) Changes in nursing education C) Technology D) Lower acuity among hospital clients E) Increased acuity among long-term care clients
- Nursing insignia, uniforms, and the nursing school pin have importance in the field of nursing. Which are religious symbols represented in nursing? Select all that apply. A) An open Bible B) Star of David C) Maltese Cross D) A Christian Cross E) The Nightingale lamp
- A licensed nurse has been asked to address a group of newly recruited nurses. What should the licensed nurse inform them about the nursing uniform? A) Donning a formal nursing uniform is necessary when giving nursing care. B) Wearing a nursing school pin is a required part of the nursing uniform.
C) Wearing a nametag is aGreRqAuiDreEdSeMleOmRenEt.oCf tOhMe uniform when giving nursing care.
D) The presence of a nurse in a uniform often makes a client uncomfortable
- What was the impact of World War I on nursing? A) First emergency training of nurses B) Isabel Hampton Robb wrote the nursing curriculum C) The Navy School of Nursing was established D) Hundreds of men were trained in this abbreviated program
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- What are some of the nursing programs a licensed practical nurse (LPN) can pursue to obtain a registered nurse (RN) license? Select all that apply. A) One-to 2 - year teaching program associated with a hospital school of nursing B) Two-year program at a community or junior college C) Three-year program affiliated with community and state college D) Four-year program in a college or university E) A college-based career ladder program 2. A nurse is interested in achieving licensure as a medical doctor. What is the initial requirement to acquire this licensure? A) A minimum of 4 years of undergraduate study B) An in-depth knowledge of the biomedical field C) 10 years of work experience in a hospital setting D) Demonstration of both an analytical mindset and caring attitude
- A registered nurse (RN) has recently specialized in the field of surgery. As an RN in the surgical department, what is the specialized role the RN could pursue? A) First assistant in surgery B) Administering intravenous (IV) medications C) Administering prescribed medications D) Prescribing postoperative care
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- After obtaining licensure, in which kinds of client care is the LPN nursing student likely to be involved? Select all that apply. A) Providing bedside care B) Providing routine wound care C) Administering prescribed oral medications D) Reporting client reactions to prescribed medications E) Caring for intravenous (IV) medication delivery systems
- What is the purpose of the National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN)? Select all that apply. A) Providing standards for nursing care B) Granting advanced certificates to LV/LPN C) Promoting continued post-licensure education D) Interpreting the role and function of an LV/LPN E) Supporting federal and state legislation for the LV/LPN
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- What is the focus of the National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service (NAPNES)? Select all that apply. A) The role of the LV/LPN in healthcare delivery B) Licensing the LV/LPN for client care practice C) Encouraging LV/LPN service to the community D) Preparing the LV/LPN student for healthcare practice E) Advancing state and federal laws to support the practice of LV/LPNs
- What is a mandatory licensure? A) Practicing nursing without a license B) One state automatically recognizes the licensure of another state C) Previous education and experience is considered during the licensure process D) Requires that nursing functions be performed only by those licensed in that state
- What are the two types of licensure that can be pursued by the new nurse? A) Permissive and certification B) Certification and credentialing C) Mandatory and certification D) Permissive and mandatory
9. A nurse wants to know the imGpRoArtDanEcSe MofOlRicEen.sCurOe.MWhich responses are accurate?
Select all that apply. A) Assures the nurse appropriate pay B) Protects the public from unethical nurses C) Assures a minimal level of nursing competency D) Identifies a nurse as a qualified healthcare provider E) Protects the public from unqualified nursing providers
- A licensed LPN has recently moved to a new state and is seeking employment. What licensing regularly applies to this nurse's situation? A) Mandatory licensure. B) Endorsement C) Permissive licensure D) Reciprocity
- What nurse's pledge do the LPNs recite at graduation? A) Florence Nightingale Pledge B) Practical Nurse's Pledge C) Nurse Practice Act Pledge D) National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurse's (NFLPN) Pledge
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- What activity does a nurse perform when functioning in the advocate role? A) Participates in shift report B) Informs the RN that the client's pain medication is not effective C) Helps the client select low-fat foods from the dinner and lunch menus D) Helps an older client walk safety to the bathroom in order to prevent falls
- What activity does a nurse perform when functioning in the teacher role? A) Documents medications the client received B) Helps a client telephone their family member C) Reinforces instructions for a client who is recovering from surgery D) Provides wound care to a client with a healing wound on the left leg
- An RN is explaining the importance of projecting a professional image to a group of LPN students. What should the RN's explanation include? Select all that apply. A) Representing one's place of employment B) Ensuring the safety of the client C) Protecting the rights of nurses D) Dressing with style as a focus E) Showing respect for others
20. A nurse wants to join a nursiGngRoArDgaEnSizMatOioRnE. W.ChaOtMservices are usually offered by
nursing organizations? Select all that apply. A) Scholarships B) Free membership C) Student membership D) Newsletters of local interest E) Continuing education opportunities
- A student of nursing wishes to join the American Nurses Association (ANA) and requests information on the eligibility for the membership of the ANA. What information should the student be given? A) The person should be a registered nurse. B) The association allows licensed practical nurses with 2 years' work experience. C) The association allows student affiliates. D) The association allows students with a scholarship.
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- What key program area is identified as crucial to nursing by the International Council for Nursing? A) Social economic welfare for nurses B) Nursing needs in the educational setting C) The continued development of nursing faculty D) Encouraging leadership skills among nursing staff.
- In which activities does the National League for Nursing (NLN) engage to support nursing? Select all that apply. A) Research in nursing education B) Services to the nursing community C) Public policy related to lifelong education D) Socioeconomic welfare for nurses E) Work needs of nursing staff
- Which nursing organization represents nurses economically by assisting in collective bargaining situations? A) National League of Nursing (NLN) B) National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service (NAPNES) C) American Nurses Association (ANA) D) International Council of Nursing (ICN)
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- What are some of the changes in healthcare that have been identified for the 21st century? Select all that apply. A) Wellness focused care B) Primary care providers' responsibility to clients C) Cost of healthcare technology D) Technology that influences healthcare E) Personal Healthcare responsibilities
- A nursing student has been asked to list some of the healthcare trends anticipated for the 21st century. What trends should be included in the list? Select all that apply. A) Changing demographics B) Increasing diversity C) Globalization of the world's economy D) Interdisciplinary education for collaborative practice E) Decreasing reliance on technology to deliver healthcare
- Research into the rising costs of healthcare has revealed that financial needs related to client care needs could be better managed by which type of care? A) Acute B) Chronic C) Preventive
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- A client, who is in a coma, is being treated in an acute care facility. Under which circumstance can the client be moved from the intensive care unit (ICU) to the subacute care unit? A) Client's need for acuity care has decreased B) Client is ready for discharge C) Client has regained consciousness D) Client's insurance will not permit remaining in the ICU
- A client is being admitted to a hospital for treatment. Which factor would help the nurse determine whether the client needs an extended care facility instead of an acute care one? A) Client's condition is considered serious B) Client needs a high level of nursing care C) Client requires close and continuous monitoring D) Client requires admission for extended prolonged period of time
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- What is an area of specialization of an intensive care unit (ICU)? A) Diabetic B) Hospice C) Neonatal D) Home intensive healthcare
- Which type of nurse supervises the care of clients in an intermediate care facility? A) Registered nurse B) Licensed practical nurse C) Advanced practice nurse D) Nurse practitioner
- A nurse is providing hospice care for a client. Which service will the nurse provide? A) Taking care of a terminally ill client in a home environment B) Part-time supervision of clients with chronic medical conditions C) Relief for the primary caregivers of the client D) Part-time supervision of clients with mental illnesses
- What occurs when telehealth is included in the way healthcare is delivered to a client? A) The client is accessed via telephone or computer link
B) Clients are supervised wGhRilAe DinEinStMenOsRivEe .caCreOM
C) An increase of scheduled visits to the primary care provider is possible D) Rural clients are less likely to be able to receive such care
- Which hospital or facility is most likely to require a nurse to do research to improve the treatment of clients? A) Telehealth users B) University affiliated hospitals C) Hospice care providers D) Home healthcare facilities
- What is the role of a consumer healthcare advocate? A) Assisting the client and family in resolving care concerns or problems B) Ensuring that quality nursing care is provided C) Providing dietary health counseling D) Assisting with the admission process to a long-term care facility
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- A nurse is looking for a source that details the standards of quality that guide the nursing staff when providing care. Which is the most reliable source of this information? A) Standards of nursing practice B) Client feedback analysis C) Standards of performance D) Peer performance analysis
- A nurse is educating a client about Medicare. The nurse recognizes the need to provide further information when the client makes which statement about the program? A) Medicare is a state health insurance program. B) Medicare is available to almost everyone older than 65 years of age. C) The insured individual contributes in monthly premiums. D) Various prescription programs are available.
- Which interventions are most applicable for a nurse providing care to elementary school children? Select all that apply. A) Screening for common disorders B) Supervising the administration of immunizations C) Providing health counseling D) Prescribing medications for common illnesses E) Assisting in emergency health situations
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- Based on the fact that individual standards of quality are present in an organization, what is meant by standards of performance? A) Procedures used in the delivery of care, the hospital policy book, textbooks, and other references B) Focus on the caregiver, the nurse, and on the nursing process C) Activities determined by client expectations or by personal standards of care D) How well the nurse performs, as compared with a job description
- When asked to explain the function of physical therapy, what information will the nurse provide? A) Manipulation of the spinal column and joints B) Rehabilitation techniques after injury C) Treatment using herbs and aromas D) Insertion of needles underneath the skin
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- When asked to explain the function of meditation, what information will the nurse provide? A) Manipulation of the spinal column and joints B) Rehabilitation techniques after injury C) Involves deep personal thought and breathe control. D) Assesses the client's energy fields for disturbed flow
- A client is opting for imagery treatment. Which is a feature of imagery? A) Assesses the client's energy fields for disturbed flow B) Rehabilitation techniques after injury C) Instructing the client to recall events D) Insertion of needles underneath the skin
- Unlike complementary healthcare methods, which are acceptable modalities used in place of or along with conventional Western methods, many fraudulent healthcare practices and treatments are on the market. According to estimates, how much does the public spend on fraudulent healthcare practices per year? A) 15 billion dollars B) 20 billion dollars C) 25 billion dollars D) 30 billion dollars
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- When a client with a diagnosis of bronchial asthma and a history of numerous sensitivities reports that the room smells unpleasant, the nurse attempts to solve the problem by spraying an air freshener. Within minutes, the client begins experiencing bronchial spasms and dyspnea. Considering the nurse's actions, what legal issue is the nurse facing? A) Negligence B) Tort C) Battery D) Assault
- A nurse fails to secure the permission of a client to use a photograph of the client being introduced to service dog. When the photograph is submitted for publication in a local newsletter, the nurse is now liable for prosecution for what legal offense? A) Slander B) Abandonment C) Libel D) A HIPAA violation
- What source establishes the standards for confidentiality that directs the actions of a professional nurse? A) State Board of Nursing
B) National Council of StaGteRBAoDarEdSs oMfONRuErs.inCgOM
C) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) D) Patient Self-Determination Act
4. What care should the nurse take when updating computerized medical records to best protect the clients' right to privacy? Select all that apply. A) Documenting the information using client aliases B) Always logging off before leaving the computer C) Using only computers dedicated for assessing computerized medical records D) Protecting the computer screen so that it cannot be viewed by unauthorized individuals. E) Ensuring that the clients have signed “Release of Information” forms
- What area of professional nursing is defined in detail by the United States' Nursing Practice Act and the Canadian Nurses (Registered) Act? Select all that apply. A) Defining the legal boundaries for nursing's scope of practice B) Establishing licensing requirements C) Enforcing provisions regulating professional nursing D) Establishing requirements for approved schools of nursing E) Identifying requirements for required continuing education
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- When a nurse fails to provide care within the limits of the profession's scope of practice, which body will enforce the prescribed punishment? A) State Board of Nursing B) Board of Medical Examiners C) Department of Health Services D) Department of Consumer Affairs
- The nurse provides medication education to a client prescribed an ointment for a localized skin rash. The nurse fails to notify the primary care provider that the client reported severe burning when the ointment is applied leading to the client's refusal to apply the medication to the rash. What reason should the hospital management cite while holding the nurse responsible for the resulting systemic infection that developed? A) Withholding treatment B) Termination of treatment C) Refusal of care D) Abandonment of care
- Which nursing actions are not performed in a legally responsible manner? Select all that apply. A) Refusing to help a client prepare the personal will
B) Always working extra sGhRiftAs DwEheSnMaOskReEd .toCvOoMlunteer to do so
C) Advising a client concerning a malpractice suit against a staff member D) Not bothering other staff members to help with moving an obese client E) Saving time by asking another nurse how to perform a nursing task instead of reviewing the facility's procedure manual
- There is reason to question a medication prescription. Which is an appropriate action for the nurse to take? A) Hold the medication administration until the primary care provider makes rounds B) Ask another nurse to confirm the inappropriateness of the prescription C) Contact the primary care provider to discuss the nurse's concerns D) Ask the pharmacist to address the questionable prescription
