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,Question 1
Which organization can require nurses to take continuing education courses as a condition of licensure renewal?
Select one:
a. American Nurses Association
b. National League for Nursing
c. Sigma Theta Tau
d. State Board of Nursing
Correct Answer
State Board of Nursing
Question 2
Which of the following best explains the importance of standards of practice?
Select one:
a. Nurses and other healthcare providers have the same standards of practice
b. Standard of practice only apply to nurses who work in hospital settings.
c. Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care
d. Standards of practice differ among registered nurses because the roles are different based on the population they
serve.
Correct Answer
Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care.
Question 3
Which of the following best describes the legal definition of a nurse? Assume all education programs are accredited.
Select one:
a. Graduate of a nursing education program and has passed the National Council Licensure Exam
b. Person with advanced training and certified to administer medications in most healthcare settings
c. Graduate licensed to practice in an acute care setting or a home care environment
d. Graduate with advanced education licensed to practice under the direct supervision of a physician
Correct Answer
Graduate of a nursing education program and has passed the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX)
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,Question 4
A patient who is being discharged asks the nurse, "Can I take you out for dinner to show my appreciation for all that
you have done for me? I really like you." The nurse's best response is which of the following?
Select one:
a. "Yes, that would be nice. It is really great to be appreciated."
b. "No, and please do not ask again. You should have been told that already."
c. "Thank you; however, I have to refuse, even though the thought is appreciated."
d. "We will have to wait 3 days after you have been discharged to have a relationship."
Correct Answer
Thank you; however, I have to refuse, even though the thought is appreciated.
Question 5
Which of the following concepts refers to conflicts that arise between two or more ethical principles in patient care
scenarios?
Select one:
a. Nursing ethics
b. Bioethics
c. Ethical dilemma
d. Moral distress
Correct Answer
Moral distress
Question 6
A mentally competent patient has an extremely low blood count and will likely die without a blood transfusion. The
patient knows the risk, but continues to refuse the blood. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
Select one:
a. Assume the patient is confused and give the blood anyway.
b. Request a psychological evaluation to ensure that the patient understands the risk.
c. Request a psychological evaluation to ensure that the patient understands the risk.
d. Follow the patient's wishes and do not administer a blood transfusion.
Correct Answer
Follow the patient's wishes and do not administer a blood transfusion
Question 7
Confidentiality will be maintained by a nurse who believes in and values the ethical principle of:
Select one:
a. Fidelity
b. Veracity
c. Beneficence
d. Autonomy
Correct Answer
Fidelity
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, Question 8
A 60-year-old patient with a treatable form of breast cancer has decided not to pursue radiation or chemotherapy. The
nurse believes that the patient should be treated. She coerces her into receiving treatment by continuing to remind
the patient about her responsibilities for raising her children. What type of behavior has the nurse displayed?
Select one:
a. Autonomy
b. Paternalism
c. Non-maleficense
d. Beneficence
Correct Answer
Paternalism
Question 9
The nurse believes that abortion is murder, of the unborn child. While at work, the nurse is assigned a woman with
septicemia following an abortion. Which concept most specifically requires the nurse to provide high-quality care for
this patient?
Select one:
a. Ethics
b. Morals
c. Bioethics
d. Nursing Ethics
Correct Answer
Nursing ethics
Question 10
A pregnant 15-year-old girl presents to the emergency department (ED) of the local private hospital. She has been
transported by her mother and appears to be in active labor. The girl is crying uncontrollably and says she is scared
and experiencing painful contractions. Her mother states, "We don't have any money or insurance, but this hospital is
closer than the public hospital, and she needs help now." What is the first step that the ED staff should take?
Select one:
a. Inform her mother that she will need to transport her daughter to the nearest public hospital.
b. Examine her to determine whether her condition is stable or whether she requires immediate medical attention.
c. Explain to the girl and her mother that the hospital only accepts patients who can pay the hospital bill.
d. Arrange for an ambulance to transport her to the nearest public hospital.
Correct Answer
Examine her to determine whether her condition is stable or whether she requires immediate medical attention.
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,Question 1
Which organization can require nurses to take continuing education courses as a condition of licensure renewal?
Select one:
a. American Nurses Association
b. National League for Nursing
c. Sigma Theta Tau
d. State Board of Nursing
Correct Answer
State Board of Nursing
Question 2
Which of the following best explains the importance of standards of practice?
Select one:
a. Nurses and other healthcare providers have the same standards of practice
b. Standard of practice only apply to nurses who work in hospital settings.
c. Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care
d. Standards of practice differ among registered nurses because the roles are different based on the population they
serve.
Correct Answer
Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care.
Question 3
Which of the following best describes the legal definition of a nurse? Assume all education programs are accredited.
Select one:
a. Graduate of a nursing education program and has passed the National Council Licensure Exam
b. Person with advanced training and certified to administer medications in most healthcare settings
c. Graduate licensed to practice in an acute care setting or a home care environment
d. Graduate with advanced education licensed to practice under the direct supervision of a physician
Correct Answer
Graduate of a nursing education program and has passed the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX)
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,Question 4
A patient who is being discharged asks the nurse, "Can I take you out for dinner to show my appreciation for all that
you have done for me? I really like you." The nurse's best response is which of the following?
Select one:
a. "Yes, that would be nice. It is really great to be appreciated."
b. "No, and please do not ask again. You should have been told that already."
c. "Thank you; however, I have to refuse, even though the thought is appreciated."
d. "We will have to wait 3 days after you have been discharged to have a relationship."
Correct Answer
Thank you; however, I have to refuse, even though the thought is appreciated.
Question 5
Which of the following concepts refers to conflicts that arise between two or more ethical principles in patient care
scenarios?
Select one:
a. Nursing ethics
b. Bioethics
c. Ethical dilemma
d. Moral distress
Correct Answer
Moral distress
Question 6
A mentally competent patient has an extremely low blood count and will likely die without a blood transfusion. The
patient knows the risk, but continues to refuse the blood. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
Select one:
a. Assume the patient is confused and give the blood anyway.
b. Request a psychological evaluation to ensure that the patient understands the risk.
c. Request a psychological evaluation to ensure that the patient understands the risk.
d. Follow the patient's wishes and do not administer a blood transfusion.
Correct Answer
Follow the patient's wishes and do not administer a blood transfusion
Question 7
Confidentiality will be maintained by a nurse who believes in and values the ethical principle of:
Select one:
a. Fidelity
b. Veracity
c. Beneficence
d. Autonomy
Correct Answer
Fidelity
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, Question 8
A 60-year-old patient with a treatable form of breast cancer has decided not to pursue radiation or chemotherapy. The
nurse believes that the patient should be treated. She coerces her into receiving treatment by continuing to remind
the patient about her responsibilities for raising her children. What type of behavior has the nurse displayed?
Select one:
a. Autonomy
b. Paternalism
c. Non-maleficense
d. Beneficence
Correct Answer
Paternalism
Question 9
The nurse believes that abortion is murder, of the unborn child. While at work, the nurse is assigned a woman with
septicemia following an abortion. Which concept most specifically requires the nurse to provide high-quality care for
this patient?
Select one:
a. Ethics
b. Morals
c. Bioethics
d. Nursing Ethics
Correct Answer
Nursing ethics
Question 10
A pregnant 15-year-old girl presents to the emergency department (ED) of the local private hospital. She has been
transported by her mother and appears to be in active labor. The girl is crying uncontrollably and says she is scared
and experiencing painful contractions. Her mother states, "We don't have any money or insurance, but this hospital is
closer than the public hospital, and she needs help now." What is the first step that the ED staff should take?
Select one:
a. Inform her mother that she will need to transport her daughter to the nearest public hospital.
b. Examine her to determine whether her condition is stable or whether she requires immediate medical attention.
c. Explain to the girl and her mother that the hospital only accepts patients who can pay the hospital bill.
d. Arrange for an ambulance to transport her to the nearest public hospital.
Correct Answer
Examine her to determine whether her condition is stable or whether she requires immediate medical attention.
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