Professional Nursing Concepts Final

In the modern day nursing period between 1900-1970, which of these was NOT true? a. MD at the top of the medical delivery pyramid b. Nurses were characterized as passive c. Nurses were characterized as subservient d. nurses worked independent of MD's orde

d. nurses worked independent of MD's orders

Nurses and MD's started working more as collaborators and team members in which historical period? a. pre-1900 b. 1900-1970 c. 1970-present d. HA! Hasn't happened yet!

c. 1970-present

Whose role is it to diagnose and treat the human response to actual or potential health problems/needs? a. nurse b. Physician c. aide d. parents

a. nurse

Which of these is NOT a part of the nursing process? a. Assessment b. nursing diagnosis c. planning d. Intervention/Implementation e. evaluation f. getting Physician approval

f. getting Physician approval

The goal of ______________ is to cure disease, preserve life & ward off illness, pain and death a. Nurse b. Physician c. Therapist d. Priest

b. physician

which of these is NOT one of the 6 rights of delegation? a. Right task b. Right person. c. Right time d. Right to refuse

d. Right to refuse

which of these is NOT one of the 6 rights of delegation? a. Right information/directions/communication b. Right referral c. Right supervision d. Right follow-up

b. Right referral

As established by the State Board of Nursing, which element of delegation encourages nurses to avoid ruts? a. Tasks will be delegated with prior nursing assessment b. Tasks will not be routinely delegated c. Some tasks cannot be delegated d. all of the ab

b. Tasks will not be routinely delegated

Those medical orders or interventions that are carried out by nurses a. Delegated b. Interdependent/collaborative c. Independent

a. Delegated

The emphasis on health care efficiency and effectiveness of meeting the patient's goal (team work) a. Delegated b. Interdependent/collaborative c. Independent

b. Interdependent/collaborative

Autonomous nursing action based on scientific rationale that is executed to benefit the patient in relation to the nursing diagnosis and patient centered goals a. Delegated b. Interdependent/collaborative c. Independent

c. Independent

The human response, which is the integration of the physical, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual dimensions of man is the major focus of: a. physician b. therapist c. nurse d. counselor

c. nurse

The physiological dimension of man, Actions aimed primarily at supporting, stabilizing or correcting the problems are the foci of a. physicians b. therapists c. nurses d. counselors

a. physicians

This role of a nurse _____________________, uses evidenced-based practice to care for individuals, families and communities a. caregiver b. teacher c. manager d. practitioner

a. caregiver

This role of a nurse________________________, provides health information during formal sessions and impromptu to individuals, families, and communities. . caregiver b. teacher c. manager d. practitioner

b. teacher

This role of a nurse ________________________, is the day to day operation of group work focusing on individuals, families and communities to achieve the desired patient outcomes a. caregiver b. teacher c. manager d. practitioner

c. manager

The power related by specific position and the responsibility associate with the position a. authority b. autonomy c. self-growth d. humility

a. authority

The freedom to make choices and decision b/c education, research findings, best practice guidelines a. authority b. autonomy c. self-growth d. Honesty

b. autonomy

The life-long learning, continued education, receptive to feedback, journals, conferences . authority b. autonomy c. self-growth d. integrity

c. self-growth

In nursing assessment, which is Objective data? a. "my chest hurts" b. Pulse Ox 84% c. "his father had COPD" d. none of the above

b. Pulse Ox 84%

In Nursing Assessment, where are secondary sources from? a. patient b. lab c. family/associates d. doctor

c. family/associates

Actual or potential health problem and Etiological factor are both elements of what part of the nursing process? . Assessment b. nursing diagnosis c. planning d. Intervention/Implementation e. evaluation

b. nursing diagnosis

Which is matched incorrectly: a. Objective-Vital Signs b. Subjective primary-patient self report c. subjective secondary- info from family d. Objective secondary- lab reports

d. Objective secondary- lab reports

The act of assigning a task to another person while still maintaining accountability for the end result a. integrity b. passing the buck c. shirking d. delegation

d. delegation

This is used to formulate a nursing diagnosis: a. hunches b. preconceived notions c. data d. patient self diagnosis

c. data

Which of these is an example of planning: a. nursing action initiated and completed to achieve the patient expected outcomes b. Nursing behavior in which the patient-centered goals and expected outcomes are selected c. any action the nurse takes to help t

b. Nursing behavior in which the patient-centered goals and expected outcomes are selected

The nursing process is all of the following except: a. a systematic comprehensive process b. based on the scientific method c. has four steps d. a communication device for the nursing team and medical team

c. has four steps (it has 5)

Which step in the nursing process would prompt a re-assessment, new Ndx and/or interventions? a. assessment b. planning c. intervention/implementation d. evaluation

d. evaluation

True or False: Nursing decision affect patients

TRUE

This form of ethics says that the end justifies the means; is concerned with the end product; and states that good is the greatest happiness for the most people. a. hedonism b. stoicism c. utilitarianism d. deontologism

c. utilitarianism

Which ethical principle is not matched with it's correct definition? a. Beneficence-duty to maximize good b. Nonmaleficence-duty to avoid, prevent or minimize harm c. Justice-keeping a promise d. Veracity-telling the truth e. Autonomy-self determination

Justice (should be: Justice-fairness and equity Fidelity-keeping a promise)

The nurse, in all professional relationships, practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and uniqueness of every individual, unrestricted by considerations of _____________ or ______________ ________________, personal attribute

b. social, economic status

The nurse's primary commitment is to the_____________, whether an individual, family, group, or community. a. provider b. payer c. patient d. potential lawsuit plaintiffs

c. patient

The nurse_____________, ________________, and strives to protect the health, safety, and rights of the patient. a. understands, maintains b. promotes, advocates for c. obstructs, challenges d. diagnoses, treats

b. promotes, advocates fo

The nurse is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide _________________. a. optimum patient care. b. low cost to the provider c. short

a. optimum patient care

The __________ owes the same duties to self as to others, including the responsibility to preserve integrity and safety, to maintain competence, and to continue personal and professional growth. a. doctor b. patient c. nurse d. unit secretary

c. nurse

The nurse participates in establishing, maintaining, and improving health care environments and conditions of employment conducive to the provision of _________________ and consistent with the values of the profession through individual and collective act

d. quality health care

The nurse participates in the advancement of the profession through contributions to practice, education, administration, and___________________________. a. knowledge development b. good humor c. attendance at conventions d. awesomeness.

a. knowledge development

The nurse collaborates with other__________________ and _______________ in promoting community, national, and international efforts to meet health needs. a. nurses and techs b. health professionals and the public c. professions and disciplines d. cultures

b. health professionals and the public

The profession of nursing, as represented by associations and their members, is responsible for articulating nursing ______________, for maintaining the ______________ of the profession and its practice, and for shaping _________ policy. a. needs, integri

c. Values, integrity, socia

A(n) _________________ is a situation involving competing rules or principles that appear to have no satisfactory solution a. crisis b. existential situation c. ethical dilemma d. paradox

c. ethical dilemma

An ethical dilemma is a choice between two or more _____________________. a. equally undesired alternatives b. ethical theories c. possible solutions d. wrong choices

a. equally undesired alternatives

Which of these is NOT an element of a professional image? a. integrity b. initiative c. style d. attitude e. appearance

c. style

Image in any discipline is first dependent upon the ____________________. a. eye of the beholder b. initial impression c. mood d. current fads

b. initial impression

Each of the following are solutions for improving our image except: a. establishing relationships- collaborating more with other health care disciplines b. taking care of oneself c. becoming a visible patient advocate d. massive marketing campaign

d. massive marketing campaign

These all are other solutions beyond attire for improving the image of nursing except for: a. seeking the optimal standard of care delivery b. positive thought practices c. supporting and participating in research activities d. becoming a voice for needed

b. positive thought practices

Which of these does NOT reflect new research regarding a dress code for nursing? a. no long fingernails b. identifiable titles c. professional look and attitude d. increased personal expression e. hair back and off shoulders

d. increased personal expressio

The Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas is the act which provides for the regulation of the practice of nursing; provides for a ______________________, and defines the power and duties of the Board. a. licensure process b. State Board of Nursing c

b. State Board of Nursing

The purpose of the act is to safeguard life and health, .....submit evidence that he or she is qualified to ________ and shall be _________ a. learn, matriculated b. practice, licensed c. teach, hired d. practice, hired.

b. practice, licensed

According to the ASBN, the Practice of professional nursing includes which of the folloing? a. the observation, care, and counsel of the ill, injured, or infirm b. the maintenance of health or prevention of illness of others c. the supervision and teachin

e. all of the above.

True or False: the ASBN has the ability to Deny, suspend, revoke or limit any license or privilege to practice due to any of 7 causes?

False (6 causes)

The ASBN can revoke or deny a license for any of the following except: a. practicing without a license. b. being guilty of a crime or gross immorality c. incompetence (negligence, habits, or other causes) d. drug addiction e. mental incompetence f. unprof

g. associating with a felon

A negligent or intentional civil wrong not arising out of a contract or statute a. lawsuit b. claim c. tort d. violation

c. tort

An act of omission of care which an ordinary prudent person would have done under the given circumstances; act of commission where something is done which the ordinary prudent person would not have done under the given circumstances. a. negligence b. hara

a. negligence

These "Failure to's" are the most common malpractice claims against nurses except for: a. follow standards of care b. use equipment appropriately c. communicate d. accurately anticipate consequences e. assess and monitor f. act as a patient advocate g. do

d. accurately anticipate consequences

The client who charges that he/she did not receive competent care must prove all of the following except: a. Legal Duty b. Breach of duty c. Call of Duty d. Injury has occurred e. exceeded license f. act of commission/ omission g. Approximate or direct ca

c. Call of Duty

Legal condition whereby a person can be said to have given consent based upon a clear appreciation and understanding of the facts, implications, and future consequences of an action a. Permission b. implied consent c. informed consent d. Authorization

c. informed consent

Informed Consent must be given _____________ any surgical or MD performed procedure performed upon his/her person a. prior to b. 7-10 days before c. within 30 days after d. if deemed important by the doctor.

d. if deemed important by the doctor.

Which of these should you omit if you wanted to preventing legal problems whilst working as a nurse? a. Follow the standards of care and all policies b. Chart when convenient c. Document facts not judgments d. Chart normal and abnormal situations e. Asses

b. Chart when convenient

Which of the following should be avoided if you want to avoid legal problems? a. Use equipment as it should be used b. Identify errors and follow-up as designated by policy c. Do not talk to MD when you think the orders are questionable d. Document conver

c. Do not talk to MD when you think the orders are questionable

Legal Duties of the Nurse: Duties to the employer: a. obey the rules b. report problems c. act as a reasonably competent nurse d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Legal Duties of the Nurse: Duties to the patient: a. give competent care b. give informed consent to treatments c. allow refusal of treatment d. provide privacy and confidentiality e. all of the above

e. all of the above

Nurses today are ____________, political active, and powerful, especially when they unite. a. credentialed b. dominant c. autonomous d. goofy

c. autonomous

Nurses need to work together, to develop a spirit of unity marked by ____________. a. activism. b. idealism c. union involvement d. magic markers.

a. activism

Nurses involvement in _______________________ activities is a major step toward empowerment. a. blogging b. continuing ed c. policy making d. pirate

c. policy making

Which of these is NOT a historical issue affecting power in nursing? a. For centuries, women discouraged from political participation b. Women not encouraged to enroll in college c. Physicians seen as the "Captain" of health care for clients d. Insurance

d. Insurance industry changes.

This is held by a group in a society which allows administration of some or all of public resources, including labor, and wealth. a. Political Power b. self esteem c. social capital d. hostages

a. Political Power

Political _____________ and _____________________ is the key to empowering nurses and building an effective health care system. a. power and persuasion b. capital and influence c. parties and conventions d. awareness and participation

d. awareness and participation

Which event and date is mismatched: a. 1940s -Hospitals had deplorable work conditions b. 1946-ANA focused on the general and economic welfare of its members c. 1974- The National Labor Relations Act as amended by the Taft-Hartley Act is the federal law g

d. 2000 CAN established (2000- UAN, 2003-CAN)

True or False: There are a no health care agencies in AR with union workers in nursing.

FALSE

ArNA supports workplace advocacy program- facilitates the professional nurse in creating a _________, ___________________ work environment in which to deliver safe, quality patient care. a. effective, fruitful b. safe, uncompromised c. fun, exciting d. fa

b. safe, uncompromised

Which of these is NOT part of the change process: a. Nurses are Change Agent b. Utilize networking c. Stay an outside observer d. Incorporate stress reduction strategies during the process e. Be an active listener f. Be prepared for change, become involve

c. stay an outside observer

Which one of these is a career? a. an activity through which an individual can earn money. It is a regular activity in exchange of payment. b. an activity through which an individual does not usually earn money. It brings enjoyment and opportunities for s

c. the pursuit of a lifelong ambition or the general course of progression towards lifelong goals.

Which of the following is NOT a current trend in Nursing: a. The nursing shortage (long picture) b. Nurses are part an answer to health care cost and effectiveness. c. Most nursing care is still provided in the community, but more is moving to the hospita

c. Most nursing care is still provided in the community, but more is moving to the hospitals.

Which is NOT a prediction affecting Nursing- a. Equal access to health care is needed; health care reform was passed; a national health insurance will arise. b. Higher degrees (more knowledge) will be needed c. Scientific advancements in genetics and geno

d. Status quo in the demographics of patient populations (changes)

Name the least likely trend in nursing: a. Most hospitals will get rid of critical care units. b. There will be an increased need to make complex, independent nursing care decisions. c. Ethical issues will increase. d. Development and application of nursi

a. Most hospitals will get rid of critical care units

All of these Factors will increase health care services (CDC) except: a. Increased supply (ambulatory surgery, assisted living b. Growing population c. yoga d. Growing elderly population e. New procedures and technology

c. yoga

All of these Factors will increase health care services (CDC) except: a. New diseases b. New drugs c. yogurt d. Changes in practice patterns e. Changes in consumer preferences and demand

c. yogurt

According to the RWJ Foundation, which of the following is NOT true about the future of nursing? a. Nurses should practice to the full extent of their education and training. b. Nurses should achieve higher levels of education and training through an impr

c. Nurses should accept their current role with physicians and other health care professionals.

Why be a member of a professional nursing association? a. To be a professional b. To keep abreast in political events and happenings affecting healthcare c. To be involved in nursing issues and to have a voice d. To network with peers e. To build your car

f. all of the above.

The _______________________________ is the only full-service professional organization representing the interests of the nation's 3.1 million registered nurses through its constituent member nurses associations, its organizational affiliates, and its work

a. Amerian Nurses Association (ANA)

Mission: The mission of the Honor Society of Nursing, _______________________ is to support the learning, knowledge, and professional development of nurses committed to making a difference in health worldwide. a. Tappa Kegga Brew b. Nu Upsilon Rho Sigma E

c. Sigma Theta Tau International

The national voice for America's baccalaureate and higher-degree nursing education programs. ____________________ educational, research, governmental advocacy, data collection, publications, and other programs work to establish quality standards for bache

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN

With a membership of approximately 50,000 nationwide, the ________________________ mentors the professional development of future nurses and facilitates their entrance into the profession by providing educational resources, leadership opportunities, and c

d. National Student Nurses' Association