Nursing as a Profession

Which roles require preparation with a master's degree in nursing (MSN) but involve indirect or no direct patient care? Nurse practitioner Clinical nurse specialist Certified nurse midwife Nurse educator

Nurse educator (The nurse educator holds an MSN degree and has indirect or no direct patient care as a component of the role.)

Which group can a nurse join to gain support and encourage high standards within the nursing profession? Ethics committee Hospital nursing team Shared governance committee Professional organization

Professional organization (Professional organizations offer support to its members and encourage high standards within the profession. This is especially important for novice nurses becoming socialized into the profession.)

According to Benner's Novice to Expert Model, a nurse who interprets nuances and perceives deviations from normal is at which level of clinical nursing practice? Expert Novice Competent Proficient

Proficient (The nurse who interprets nuances and perceives deviations from normal is at the proficient level of clinical nursing practice according to Benner's model.)

A new graduate nurse attending a hospital's orientation session is an example of which process? Developing competence Vision development Character shaping Socialization

Socialization (Orientation sessions address the role of nurses at that particular institution or facility. This is an example of the process of socialization for the nurse.)

Which document is best for the nurse to consult when making decisions about nursing practice or conduct? Nurse practice act Code of Ethics for Nurses Standards of Practice Facility protocol manual

Code of Ethics for Nurses (The ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses guides nurses in their decisions for practice and conduct. This document is the one nurses select because it provides standards about right and wrong behaviors.)

Which one of Benner's nursing proficiency levels includes being able to begin to see situations more holistically? Expert Competent Advanced beginner Proficient

Competent (Competent nurses are able to see situations more holistically.)

Which standard of professional performance requires the registered nurse to consider factors that affect practice planning? Education Resource utilization Leadership Culturally congruent practice

Resource utilization The resource utilization standard considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.

Which elements are defined by state nurse practice acts for nurses residing or working in that state? Scope of practice Quality of care Protocols for care Legal practice limits Professional performance

Scope of practice (State nurse practice acts define the scope of practice for each state or jurisdiction within which the nurse resides or works.) Legal practice limits (State nurse practice acts define the legal limits of nursing practice within that state or jurisdiction.)

Which actions would the new nurse recognize as self-care behaviors that can ease the transition from a student to a nursing professional? Select all that apply. Engaging in physical activity Practicing mindfulness Being a mentor Eating healthy foods Reducing stress

Engaging in physical activity (Physical activity is an important component of practicing positive self-care behaviors during the transition process.) Practicing mindfulness (Practicing mindfulness is an important component of practicing positive self-care behaviors during the transition process.) Eating healthy foods (Healthy eating is an important component of practicing positive self-care behaviors during the transition process.) Reducing stress (Stress reduction activities are important components of practicing positive self-care behaviors during the transition process.)

Which characteristic exemplifies nursing as a profession? Autonomy in decision making Respecting human dignity Interdisciplinary expertise Expert nurse competencies

Autonomy in decision making (Autonomy in decision making and practice is a criterion (characteristic) of a profession. Nurses are able to make independent decisions within their scope of practice.)

Which statement may be expressed by a nurse experiencing the recovery phase of Reality Shock? "I'll start my charting around 1:30 so that I will be finished by the end of my shift." "I can't believe I get paid to do this!" "I'm just working until I can pay off 75% of my student loans." "I need to talk to my charge nurse about changing this policy; it's no longer effective."

"I'll start my charting around 1:30 so that I will be finished by the end of my shift." (This statement demonstrates that the nurse has begun to understand the new culture of which he or she is member and has learned how to respond appropriately to the demands of the new role.)

Match the educational level with the appropriate average time frame.

2 years Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) 3 years Diploma program 4 years Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Which document is best for the nurse to consult to ensure that the standards of right and wrong behavior and decisions are followed for the delivery of quality patient care? Nurse practice act ANA Code of Ethics ANA Standards of Professional Performance ANA Standards of Nursing Practice

ANA Code of Ethics (The ANA Code of Ethics helps guide ethical decision making and practice)

Which nursing action demonstrates accountability? Accepting responsibility for decisions Focusing on service to others Obtaining an advanced degree Adhering to a code of ethics

Accepting responsibility for decisions (Taking responsibility for one's decisions refers to accountability.)

Which strategy can be utilized by a nurse to ease the transition from student to professional nurse? Moving to a higher-level area of practice Acquiring a mentor Joining a second professional organization Signing up for many night shifts in a row

Acquiring a mentor (New nurses can help ease their transition into practice by acquiring a mentor who can provide guidance during the transition period.)

Which term describes how nurses engage in selfless acts? Competence Autonomy Altruism Fairness

Altruism (Engaging in selfless acts is known as altruism. A selfless nurse is altruistic. Selfless acts provide a service to society, which is a defining criterion for a profession)

Which entity publishes and updates the Standards of Nursing Practice focusing on quality care? American Nurses Association Each state or jurisdiction International Council of Nurses National League for Nursing

American Nurses Association (The Standards of Nursing Practice is published and updated by the American Nurses Association to ensure quality care, and it serves as legal criteria for adequate patient care.)

Which degrees are considered terminal degrees in nursing? Select all that apply. DNP NP CNL DNS PhD

DNP (The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is a terminal and practice-focused degree. It has been recommended as preparation-level education for all APRNs and generally takes 2 to 4 years to complete.) DNS (The Doctor of Nursing Science (DNS/DSN) is a terminal and research-focused degree. Obtaining this degree generally takes 4 to 6 years to complete.) PhD (The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing is a terminal and research-focused degree. Obtaining this degree generally takes 4 to 6 years to complete. The PhD is the highest level of academic education and prepares the nurse to publish and contribute in other ways to the scholarship of nursing.)

Which action is consistent with the purpose of addressing diversity in nursing practice? Extending formal education Defining legal parameters Making ethical decisions Demonstrating cultural competence

Demonstrating cultural competence (To respect the diversity of their patients, nurses practice culturally competent care, which means care that is sensitive to the needs of people with varying cultural differences.)

Which actions are considered requirements or core competencies for the APRN? Select all that apply. Expert coaching and guidance Direct clinical practice Practice as faculty Ethical decision making Coordination of financial resources

Expert coaching and guidance (Expert coaching and guidance are components of APRN core competencies.) Direct clinical practice (An APRN provides direct care to patients and has as a core competency of direct clinical practice.) Ethical decision making (Ethical decision making is included in the set of core competencies required for the specialized role of APRN.)

Which values does the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses address? Select all that apply. Improves the ethical environment Nurse achievement Professional experience Patient advocacy Commitment to others

Improves the ethical environment (According to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, nurses establish, maintain, and improve the ethical environment of the work setting.) Patient advocacy (According to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, nurses promote and advocate for the safety and rights of their patients.) Commitment to others (According to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, a nurse's primary commitment is to others, meaning patients, families, or communities.)

Which criteria establish nursing as profession? Curative paradigm Licensure Specialized body of knowledge Certificate programs Higher education

Licensure (Nursing licensure is mandatory in all states and is a criterion for nursing as a profession.) Specialized body of knowledge (A profession requires a specialized body of knowledge. Nursing has a well-defined body of theoretical knowledge.) Higher education (A profession requires higher education. Nursing requires a diploma, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree for entry into practice.)

Which nursing action demonstrates the concept of autonomy? Acting selflessly Making independent decisions Applying nursing theory to practice Respecting individuals of different cultures and backgrounds

Making independent decisions (Autonomy involves independent nursing actions in the care of their patients. Each nurse has the ability to autonomously decide on how his or her individual nursing practice will be implemented.)

A nurse must obtain which educational degree prior to obtaining licensure as an advanced practice nurse? Doctor of Nursing Practice Master of Science in Nursing Associate's Degree in Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) requires certification and/or advanced licensure and a Master of Science in Nursing, which can take 2 to 4 years to complete.)

Which examination must an RN student nurse pass for licensure? MCAT APRN NCLEX-RN ANCC

NCLEX-RN (The NCLEX-RN is the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses, and passing this examination is required for licensure.)