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 nursing is considered a
profession. Which statement best supports this classification?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on task completion
B. Nursing requires specialized education and adheres to a code
of ethics
C. Nursing responsibilities are determined only by physicians
D. Nursing does not require continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is recognized as a profession because it requires
specialized knowledge, formal education, adherence to ethical
standards, and accountability. Option A is incorrect because
nursing goes beyond tasks to include critical thinking. Option C
is incorrect because nurses practice autonomously within their
scope. Option D is incorrect because lifelong learning is
essential in nursing.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse is discussing historical influences in nursing. Which
individual is most associated with establishing nursing as a
respected profession?
,A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale is credited with establishing nursing as a
profession through her work in sanitation and education. Clara
Barton founded the American Red Cross. Dorothea Dix
advocated for mental health reform. Mary Eliza Mahoney was
the first professionally trained African American nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse practices evidence-based care when planning patient
interventions. Which action demonstrates this practice?
A. Following unit routines without question
B. Using personal experience only
C. Integrating research findings with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Relying solely on physician orders
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best research evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences. Options A, B, and D
do not include all essential components of evidence-based care.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which trend in nursing practice is most focused on improving
patient safety and quality outcomes?
A. Increased use of paper documentation
B. Implementation of informatics and technology
C. Reduction of patient education
D. Limiting interdisciplinary collaboration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health informatics enhances patient safety, communication,
and quality outcomes. Paper documentation is being replaced
by electronic systems. Reducing education and collaboration
negatively affects care quality.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
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 nursing is considered a
profession. Which statement best supports this classification?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on task completion
B. Nursing requires specialized education and adheres to a code
of ethics
C. Nursing responsibilities are determined only by physicians
D. Nursing does not require continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is recognized as a profession because it requires
specialized knowledge, formal education, adherence to ethical
standards, and accountability. Option A is incorrect because
nursing goes beyond tasks to include critical thinking. Option C
is incorrect because nurses practice autonomously within their
scope. Option D is incorrect because lifelong learning is
essential in nursing.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nurse is discussing historical influences in nursing. Which
individual is most associated with establishing nursing as a
respected profession?
,A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale is credited with establishing nursing as a
profession through her work in sanitation and education. Clara
Barton founded the American Red Cross. Dorothea Dix
advocated for mental health reform. Mary Eliza Mahoney was
the first professionally trained African American nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse practices evidence-based care when planning patient
interventions. Which action demonstrates this practice?
A. Following unit routines without question
B. Using personal experience only
C. Integrating research findings with clinical expertise and
patient preferences
D. Relying solely on physician orders
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best research evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences. Options A, B, and D
do not include all essential components of evidence-based care.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which trend in nursing practice is most focused on improving
patient safety and quality outcomes?
A. Increased use of paper documentation
B. Implementation of informatics and technology
C. Reduction of patient education
D. Limiting interdisciplinary collaboration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Health informatics enhances patient safety, communication,
and quality outcomes. Paper documentation is being replaced
by electronic systems. Reducing education and collaboration
negatively affects care quality.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
