Fundamentals of Nursing
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains to a student that professional nursing is
distinguished from other roles by which characteristic?
A. Performing only physician-directed tasks
B. Use of a specialized body of knowledge and clinical judgment
C. Focus on technical skills only
D. Limiting care to hospital settings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is based on a specialized body of
knowledge and clinical judgment, which guides independent
and collaborative care. A is incorrect because nurses are not
limited to physician-directed tasks. C is incorrect as nursing
includes more than technical skills. D is incorrect because
nursing practice occurs in diverse settings.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse demonstrates accountability in practice by performing
which action?
A. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
B. Documenting care accurately and accepting responsibility for
outcomes
,C. Avoiding complex patient situations
D. Following instructions without question
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability involves being responsible for one’s actions and
ensuring accurate documentation. A is incorrect because
inappropriate delegation is unsafe. C avoids responsibility. D
ignores critical thinking.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
nursing as a respected profession through sanitation and data
use?
A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale improved sanitation and used statistics to
improve outcomes. A founded the Red Cross. C advocated for
, mental health reform. D was the first African American
professionally trained nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse is practicing patient-centered care. Which action best
reflects this principle?
A. Prioritizing hospital policies over patient preferences
B. Including the patient in decision-making about care
C. Limiting communication to essential tasks
D. Making decisions without patient input
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care involves respecting patient preferences
and involving them in decisions. A, C, and D ignore patient
involvement.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
Which trend in nursing is reflected by increased use of
electronic health records (EHRs)?
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains to a student that professional nursing is
distinguished from other roles by which characteristic?
A. Performing only physician-directed tasks
B. Use of a specialized body of knowledge and clinical judgment
C. Focus on technical skills only
D. Limiting care to hospital settings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is based on a specialized body of
knowledge and clinical judgment, which guides independent
and collaborative care. A is incorrect because nurses are not
limited to physician-directed tasks. C is incorrect as nursing
includes more than technical skills. D is incorrect because
nursing practice occurs in diverse settings.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse demonstrates accountability in practice by performing
which action?
A. Delegating all tasks to assistive personnel
B. Documenting care accurately and accepting responsibility for
outcomes
,C. Avoiding complex patient situations
D. Following instructions without question
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability involves being responsible for one’s actions and
ensuring accurate documentation. A is incorrect because
inappropriate delegation is unsafe. C avoids responsibility. D
ignores critical thinking.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
nursing as a respected profession through sanitation and data
use?
A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale improved sanitation and used statistics to
improve outcomes. A founded the Red Cross. C advocated for
, mental health reform. D was the first African American
professionally trained nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse is practicing patient-centered care. Which action best
reflects this principle?
A. Prioritizing hospital policies over patient preferences
B. Including the patient in decision-making about care
C. Limiting communication to essential tasks
D. Making decisions without patient input
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care involves respecting patient preferences
and involving them in decisions. A, C, and D ignore patient
involvement.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
Which trend in nursing is reflected by increased use of
electronic health records (EHRs)?
