CoursePoint Chapter 1: Intro to Nursing Quiz

The new nursing graduate is concerned about some of the critical changes that will be occurring in nursing. What changes does the nurse anticipate will impact nursing care? A. Difficulty for nurses to remain current in rapidly changing medical and technology environment B. Rapid growth of nurses and shortage of job opportunities C. Decrease in health care costs D. Limitations that nurses have in the workforce

A

The nurse is attempting to provide anticipatory guidance for the parents of an 19-month-old child. Which statement would be best for the nurse to make? A. "Keep all medications in a locked cabinet" B. "Does the child have nightmares often" C. "The child is in the 95th percentile for weight" D. "Do not give the child a bottle now"

A

The nurse is caring for a client after a stroke rendered the client's right side weaker than the left. The nurse coordinates the plan of care with the physical therapist. The nurse's interventions reflect which one of nursing's four broad goals? A. To restore health B. To prevent illness C. To promote health D. To facilitate coping

A

The nurse is caring for a client with a new diagnosis of cancer, and allows the client to verbalize fears relating to how to tell children. The nurse's intervention reflects which aspect of nursing? A. Art of nursing B. Science of nursing C. Evidence-based practice D. Application of research

A

The nurse is helping the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) bathe the client, who is experiencing a lot of pain when repositioned in bed. Which nursing responsibility is the nurse demonstrating? A. Client advocate B. Educator C. Decision maker D. Counselor

A

The primary aim of the Health People 2020 initiative is: A. Health promotion B. Illness prevention C. Health restoration D. Coping with disability

A

A nurse is moving to another state and will be working at an acute care facility. Prior to beginning practice, what actions should the nurse take to be compliant with state guidelines for nursing practice? Choose all that apply. A. Research the laws and regulations that govern nursing practice in the new state B. Visit the state board of nursing offices C. Locate the state nursing practice acts D. Let the present state board of nursing know that the nurse is leaving the state E. Access educational resources related to nursing practice in another state F. Define the legal requirements and titles for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs)

A C E F

The nurse is evaluating client health. Which client should the nurse determine to be exhibiting the most signs of health? A. A client with diabetes who is in denial of the diabetes and refuses to take insulin B. A client in acute emotional distress due to spouse's death C. A client with a leg amputation who performs activities of daily living with a prosthesis D. A client with depression who refuses to get out of bed

C

A registered nurse wishes to work as a nurse researcher. Which is true regarding nurse researchers? A. They are responsible for the continued development and advancement of nursing B. They usually have a baccalaureate degree in nursing C. They serve as liaisons between staff members and directors of nursing D. They tend to work in community health centers and long-term care units

A

A RN is caring for four clients on a medical surgical unit. Which task is most appropriate for the nurse to delegate to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)? A. Administering bedside blood glucose testing B. Administering blood products C. Administering intravenous push medication D. Administering chemotherapy

A

A novice nurse is excited to finally be able to put all the training to use on the inpatient unit. Which factor should the nurse be sure to prioritize when beginning to interact with clients? A. Be an advocate for appropriate care B. Ensure the families do not get sick C. Ensure families are kept informed D. Advise clients on the best plan of action

A

Which scenario is the best example of a nurse in the role of counselor? A. A nurse allowing a crying client to verbalize fears of death B. A nurse telling a client the side effects of a medication C. A nurse providing the physician a client's test results D. A nurse ensuring that a client has follow-up care at a free clinic

A

The nursing process includes step(s)? Choose all that apply. A. Assess B. Plan C. Prescribe D. Implement E. Evaluate

A B C D E

A nurse identifies a clients health care needs and devise a plan of care to meet those needs. Which guideline is being followed in this case? A. Nursing standards B. Nursing orders C. Nursing practice acts D. Nursing process

D

The primary aim of the Healthy People 2030 initiative is: A. Health promotion B. Illness prevention C. Health restoration D. Coping with disability

A

A nurse is planning to pursue further education in the hopes of becoming an expert in geriatric nursing who carries out direct care. For which expended career rules and the nurse preparing? A. Clinical nurse specialist B. Nurse manager C. Nurse midwife D. Physician assistant

A

The RN is working with hospital administrators to transform care at their facility. Which nursing competency will be critical for the nurse to utilize? A. Work effectively in interdisciplinary teams B. Correctly utilize and troubleshoot high-tech equipment C. Navigate the electronic medical records system D. Do things the way they have always been done

A

Which nursing action best exemplifies the nurse's role in promoting health? A. Encouraging a group of junior high school students to engage in regular physical activity B. Facilitating a support group for the friends and families of clients affected by stroke C. Performing deep suctioning on a client who has a tracheotomy and copious secretions D. Administering a beta-adrenergic blocker and diuretic to a client who has a history of hypertension

A

A nurse is considering relocating to another state to practice nursing. Which is the most appropriate action by the nurse to ensure ability to practice in the new state? A. Asking the current state to transfer the license B. Applying for a reciprocal license in the new state C. Taking the new state's licensing exam D. No action is needed by the nurse

B

When administering immunizations, the nurse is engaged in: A. Health promotion B. Illness prevention C. Health restoration D. Coping facilitation

B

A nurse educator is discussing the role of nursing based on the American Nurses Association (ANA). Which statement best describes this role? A. Nursing is a profession dependent upon the medical community as a whole. B. It is the role of the physician, not the nurse, to assist clients and understanding their health problems. C. It is the role of the nursing to provide a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. D. The essential components of professional nursing care are strength, endurance, and cure.

C

Florence nightingale introduced the concept of apprenticeship for nurses. Which statement is an example of this? A. Taking an online class at a university. B. Participating in a paid internship. C. Completing clinical hours supervised by a nursing instructor. D. Passing the NCLEX exam.

C

The nurse conducts a home safety assessment for a a client. Which statement best explains the standard of care being implemented? A. The RN promotes a safe environment B. The RN identifies client outcomes C. The RN educates about preventing falls D. The RN developed a plan of care

A

The community health nurse creates a program to promote the health of the community using health promotion principles. Which intervention would the nurse include in this program? A. Tertiary health care activities B. Disease management C. The provision of illness care D. Activities focused on maintaining wellness

D

The nurse is performing an extensive dressing change on a client with burns. The nurse explains each step as it is being performed. The nurse is acting in which role by providing explanation of each step? A. Caregiver B. Client advocate C. Decision-maker D. Educator

D

For the nurse to become a nurse practitioner, what is the minimal degree the nurse will need to acquire? A. Diploma B. Associate's C. Master's D. Baccalaureate

C

The need for university-based nursing education programs was brought to light during which important historical time? A. Spanish-American War B. World War 1 C. World War 2 D. Korean War

C

The Nurse is demonstrating traits of leadership. What actions by the nurse would be recognized as leader ship behaviors? Choose all that apply. A. Attends a mandatory hospital in-service. B. Participates on an evidence-based practice council. C. Develops and implements a quality improvement project. D. Communicates an issue to a fellow colleague in the cafeteria. E. Serves as president of local chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International.

B C E