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Chapter 1: Introduction to Nursing
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1A nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who is being monitored for a possible cerebral aneurysm following a loss of consciousness in the emergency room. The nurse anticipates preparing the patient for ordered diagnostic tests. This nurse's knowledge of the diagnostic procedures for this condition reflects which aspect of nursing?
- Athe art of nursing
- Bthe science of nursing
- Cthe caring aspect of nursing
- Dthe holistic approach to nursing
2Which nurse who was influential in the development of nursing in North America is regarded as the founder of American nursing?
- AClara Barton
- BLilian Wald
- CLavinia Dock
- DFlorence Nightingale
3In early civilization, the theory of animism attempted to explain the mysterious changes occurring in bodily functions. Which statement describes a component of the development of nursing that occurred in this era?
- AWomen who committed crimes were recruited into nursing the sick in lieu of serving jail sentences.
- BNurses identified the personal needs of the patient and their role in meeting those needs.
- CWomen called deaconesses made the first visits to the sick and male religious orders cared for the sick and buried the dead.
- DThe nurse was the mother who cared for her family during sickness by using herbal remedies.
4World War II had a tremendous effect on the nursing profession. Which development occurred during this period?
- AThe role of the nurse was broadened
- BThere was a decreased emphasis on education
- CNursing was practiced mainly in hospital settings
- DThere was an overabundance of nurses
5Which phrase describes a purpose of the ANA's Nursing's Social Policy Statement. Select all that apply.
- ATo describe the nurse as a dependent caregiver
- BTo provide standards for nursing educational programs
- CTo define the scope of nursing practice
- DTo establish a knowledge base for nursing practice
- ETo describe nursing's social responsibility
- FTo regulate nursing research
6Nursing is recognized increasingly as a profession based on which defining criteria? Select all that apply,
- AOngoing research
- BCode of ethics
- CRegulation by the medical industry
- DRecognized authority by a professional group
- EInterventions dependent upon the medical practice
- FWell defined body of general knowledge
7One of the four broad aims of nursing practice is to restore health. Which examples of nursing interventions reflect this goal? Select all that apply.
- AA nurse counsels adolescents in a drug rehabilitation program
- BA nurse performs range-of-motion exercises for a patient on bedrest
- CA nurse shows a diabetic patient how to inject insulin
- DA nurse recommends a yoga class for a busy executive
- EA nurse provides hospice care for a patient with end-stage cancer
- FA nurse teaches a nutrition class at a local high school
8A nurse is practicing as a nurse-midwife in a busy OB-GYN office. Which degree in nursing is necessary to practice at this level?
- ALPN
- BADN
- CBSN
- DMSN
9Nurse practice acts are established in each state of the United States to regulate nursing practice. What is a common element of every state practice act?
- ADefining the legal scope of nursing practice
- BProviding continuing education programs
- CDetermining the content covered in the NCLEX examination
- DCreating institutional policies for health care practices
10The National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice identifies critical challenges to nursing practice in the 21st century. What is a current health care trend contributing to these challenges.
- ADecreased numbers of hospitalized patients
- BOlder and more acutely ill patients
- CDecreasing health care costs due to managed care
- DSlowed advances in medical knowledge and technology
11A class of nursing students is studying the history of nursing. Who does the class learn is the founder of public health nursing is?
- ALilian Wald
- BDorothea Dix
- CLinda Richards
- DClara Barton
12A nurse wishes to advance his or her career and work as a clinical specialist. Which of the following should the nurse keep in mind?
- AThe nurse oversees the care coordination of a group of clients.
- BThe nurse may teach advanced education for nurses.
- CThe nurse practices only with a private practitioner.
- DThis requires at least a doctoral degree.
13A group of students have attended a presentation about the National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA). Which statement by the group indicates that they have understood the information presented?
- AThe NSNA contributes the improvement of public health.
- BThe NSNA is rung by a group of registered nurses.
- CThe organization is funded by national government.
- DThe organization provides programs of current professional interest.
14Which of the following options is the best source of information when a nurse wishes to determine whether an action is within the scope of nursing practice?
- ANational League for Nursing (NLN)
- BInternational Council of Nurses (ICN)
- CAmerican Association of Colleges in Nursing (AACN)
- DAmerican Nurses Association (ANA)
15The need for university based nursing education programs was brought to light during which important historical time?
- AKorean War
- BSpanish American War
- CWorld War II
- DWorld War I
16A client admitted to the telemetry floor informs the nurse that he has an advance directive (AD) and does not wish to be resuscitated if his heart stop beating. The client takes a copy of the AD from his wallet and hands it to the nurse. The nurse documents on the electronic chart that the client has an AD, makes a copy of the AD and immediately informs the patient's physician. In this situation, what is the nursing role demonstrated by the nurse?
- AResearcher
- BAdvocate
- CLeader
- DCounselor
17Which of the following nursing groups provides a definition and scope of practice for nursing?
- ATO
- BThe Joint Commission
- CANA
- DICN
18Although all of the following are nursing responsibilities, which one would be expected of a nurse with a baccalaureate degree?
- ACollaborating with other health care providers
- BUsing research findings to improve practice
- CAdministering medications as prescribed
- DProviding direct physical care
19The Standards of Practice provide nurses with what?
- AGuidelines for providing care
- BEvaluation of care provided by nurses
- CMeasurement criteria for payment
- DLegislation for health care reform
20A registered nurse wishes to work as a nurse researcher. Which of the following is true regarding nurse researchers?
- AThey are responsible for the continued development and advancement of nursing.
- BThey tend to work in community centers and in long-term care facilities.
- CThey usually have a baccalaureate degree in nursing.
- DThey serve as liaisons between staff members and directors of nursing.
21Which of the following individuals provided community-based care and founded public health nursing?
- AClara Barton
- BLilian Wald
- CAdelaide Nutting
- DSojourner Truth
22Which of the following Standards of Professional Performance, as defined by the ANA, has the nurse considering factors related to safety, effectiveness, costs and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services?
- AQuality of Practice
- BResource Utilization
- CLeadership
- DPractice Evaluation
23A registered nurse plans to return to nursing profession after a long hiatus. Which statement about the trend in health care services would be most important for the nurse to keep in mind?
- AHospital stays are longer these days
- BNurses rely on intuition to make decisions today
- CHealth care delivery systems are less controversial now
- DClients enter the health care system acutely ill
24A man 61 years is distraught because he has just learned his most recent computed tomography (CT) scan shows that his cancer has metastasize to his lungs. Which of the following nursing aims should the nurse prioritize in the immediate care of this patient?
- APreventing illness
- BPromoting health
- CFacilitating coping
- DRestoring health
25The client's plan of care is created by the nurse using which guideline for nursing practice?
- ANursing process
- BNurse practice act
- CNursing's Social Policy Statement
- DANA Standards of Nursing Practice
26Why are nursing organizations important for the continued development and improvement of nursing as a whole?
- ATo provide socialization and networking for members
- BTo set standards for nursing education and practice
- CTo provide information to nurses about legal requirements
- DTo regulate work activities for members
27A nurse has recently completed the administration of seasonal influenza vaccinations for the residents of a long-term care facility. Which of the following aims of nursing has been most clearly demonstrated?
- APromoting health
- BFacilitating coping
- CPreventing illness
- DRestoring health
28A nursing student wants to take up an advanced specialty nursing role. Which of the following role is included in advances specialty nursing?
- ANurse midwives care for women with complicated pregnancies
- BNurse anesthetists are registered nurses
- CNurse anesthetists can have independent practices
- DNurse midwives are licensed practice nurses
29Which of the following is a characteristic of nursing practiced from early civilization to the 16th century?
- ANursing changed from a spiritual focus to an emphasis on knowledge expansion
- BThe nurse was a nun committed to caring for the needy and homeless
- CThey physician was the priest who treated disease with prayer
- DMost early civilizations believed that illness had supernatural causes
30Which organization has established standards that help the nurse determine which clinical actions fall under the scope of nursing practice?
- AState Board of Nursing
- BInternational Council of Nurses
- CNational League for Nursing
- DAmerican Nurse Association
31Which of the following national nursing organizations serves as a primary source of research data about nursing education, and is the professional organization for nurse educators?
- AAmerican Nurse Association (ANA)
- BNational League for Nursing (NLN)
- CAmerican Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
- DSigma Theta Tau International
32What was one barrier to the development of the nursing profession in the United States after the Civil War?
- AHospital-based schools of nursing
- BLack of educational standards
- CLack of influence from nursing leaders
- DIndependence of nursing orders
33Which of the following nursing actions best exemplifies the nurse's role in promoting health?
- AEncouraging a group of junior high school students to engage in regular physical activity
- BFacilitating a support group for the friends and families of clients affected by stroke
- CPerforming deep suctioning on a client who has tracheotomy and copious secretions
- DAdministering a beta-adrenergic blocker and diuretic to a client who has a history of hypertension
34In what time period did nursing care as we now know it begin?
- APre-civilization
- B18th to 19th century
- C16th to 17th century
- DEarly civilization to 16th century
35The Henry Street Settlement was founded by whom?
- ADorothea Dix
- BFlorence Nightingale
- CLilian Wald
- DIsabel Hampton Robb
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- Unit 1: Foundation of Nursing Practice Chapter 1: Introduction to Nursing
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