NCLEX
A registered nurse educates a student nurse regarding the appropriate method of dealing with clients of different cultural backgrounds. Which statements by the student nurse indicate an understanding of various cultures? Select all that apply.
- "I should be aware of my own cultural background and beliefs when attending to clients who belong to different cultures." - "I should focus on understanding the traditions, beliefs, and values of the client's culture."
What are common negligent acts of nurses found in the hospital setting? Select all that apply.
- Failure to notify the healthcare provider of problems - Failure to follow the six rights of medication administration - Failure to ensure the safety of a client with disequilibrium problems
What is the correct order when solving an ethical dilemma?
1. Collect relevant case-related information. 2. Clarify values. 3. Verbalize the problem 4. Determine possible courses of action 5. Negotiate a plan 6. Evaluate the plan over time
What are the four core roles for the advanced practice registered nurse (RN)? Select all that apply.
Clinical nurse specialist Certified nurse midwife Certified RN anesthetist Certified nurse practitioner
What important step should the nurse take to evaluate lifestyle change in the client?
Encourage the client to maintain an exercise and eating calendar to track adherence and provide positive reinforcement
A nursing student is recalling the definition of Nurse Practice Acts. What do the Nurse Practice Acts do?
Nurse Practice Acts describe and define the legal boundaries of nursing practice within each state
Which act protects a person who is HIV positive?
The The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
A nurse notes that a famous client has received an incorrect dose of medication due to the malfunction of the intravenous (IV) device, but does not inform the primary healthcare provider. Instead the nurse tells a colleague that the medication could not be given due to the client's inappropriate behavior. The nurse then updates media personnel about the client's health status. What legal charges may be brought up against the nurse? Select all that apply.
slander malpractice invasion of privacy