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 that nursing is a profession. Which
characteristic best supports this statement?
A. Nurses follow physician orders without question
B. Nursing requires specialized education and adheres to a code
of ethics
C. Nurses perform tasks delegated by healthcare providers
D. Nursing focuses primarily on technical skills
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing requires specialized knowledge, formal
education, and adherence to ethical standards.
A: Incorrect—nurses use critical thinking, not blind obedience.
C: Incorrect—this describes a task-oriented role, not a
profession.
D: Incorrect—nursing includes holistic care, not just technical
skills.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
modern nursing practice?
A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
,C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale established nursing as a profession and
emphasized sanitation and data use.
A: Founded the American Red Cross.
C: Advocated for mental health reform.
D: First professionally trained African American nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 3
A nurse practices using evidence-based guidelines. This reflects
which contemporary influence?
A. Holistic care
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Cultural diversity
D. Patient advocacy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates research, clinical expertise,
and patient preferences.
, A, C, D: Important concepts but not specifically about research-
based care decisions.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 4
Which trend is currently shaping nursing practice?
A. Decreased use of technology
B. Increased emphasis on community-based care
C. Reduced patient involvement
D. Elimination of interdisciplinary teams
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Healthcare is shifting toward community and outpatient
settings.
A: Incorrect—technology use is increasing.
C: Incorrect—patient-centered care emphasizes involvement.
D: Incorrect—teamwork is essential.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 5
Which educational pathway prepares a nurse for entry-level RN
practice?
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 that nursing is a profession. Which
characteristic best supports this statement?
A. Nurses follow physician orders without question
B. Nursing requires specialized education and adheres to a code
of ethics
C. Nurses perform tasks delegated by healthcare providers
D. Nursing focuses primarily on technical skills
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing requires specialized knowledge, formal
education, and adherence to ethical standards.
A: Incorrect—nurses use critical thinking, not blind obedience.
C: Incorrect—this describes a task-oriented role, not a
profession.
D: Incorrect—nursing includes holistic care, not just technical
skills.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
modern nursing practice?
A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
,C. Dorothea Dix
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale established nursing as a profession and
emphasized sanitation and data use.
A: Founded the American Red Cross.
C: Advocated for mental health reform.
D: First professionally trained African American nurse.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 3
A nurse practices using evidence-based guidelines. This reflects
which contemporary influence?
A. Holistic care
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Cultural diversity
D. Patient advocacy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates research, clinical expertise,
and patient preferences.
, A, C, D: Important concepts but not specifically about research-
based care decisions.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 4
Which trend is currently shaping nursing practice?
A. Decreased use of technology
B. Increased emphasis on community-based care
C. Reduced patient involvement
D. Elimination of interdisciplinary teams
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Healthcare is shifting toward community and outpatient
settings.
A: Incorrect—technology use is increasing.
C: Incorrect—patient-centered care emphasizes involvement.
D: Incorrect—teamwork is essential.
Source:
Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter Nursing Today
Question 5
Which educational pathway prepares a nurse for entry-level RN
practice?
