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 both an art and a science.
Which statement best reflects this concept?
A. Nursing is based solely on clinical skills and procedures
B. Nursing combines scientific knowledge with compassionate
care
C. Nursing focuses only on following physician orders
D. Nursing is primarily administrative work
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing integrates scientific knowledge (evidence-based
practice) with compassionate, patient-centered care.
A: Too narrow—ignores the art of caring.
C: Incorrect—nursing is an independent profession.
D: Administrative work is not the primary focus.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
modern nursing practice through environmental sanitation?
A. Clara Barton
B. Dorothea Dix
C. Florence Nightingale
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized hygiene, sanitation, and
environmental factors in patient care.
A: Known for founding the American Red Cross.
B: Advocated for mental health reform.
D: First professionally trained African American nurse.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse identifies a current trend in nursing practice. Which
example best reflects this trend?
A. Increased focus on hospital-based care
B. Emphasis on illness treatment over prevention
C. Growth in community-based and outpatient care
D. Decreased use of technology
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Modern nursing emphasizes community-based care and health
promotion.
A: Opposite of current trend.
B: Prevention is now emphasized.
D: Technology use is increasing, not decreasing.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
, Question 4
Which action demonstrates adherence to professional nursing
standards?
A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
B. Following evidence-based guidelines in care delivery
C. Relying only on personal experience
D. Avoiding patient interaction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice requires evidence-based care.
A: Delegation must be appropriate.
C: Personal experience alone is insufficient.
D: Patient interaction is essential.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
A student nurse asks about the purpose of nursing
organizations. What is the best response?
A. They regulate hospital staffing
B. They provide personal financial support to nurses
C. They support professional development and standards
D. They replace nursing licensure boards
Correct Answer: C
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 both an art and a science.
Which statement best reflects this concept?
A. Nursing is based solely on clinical skills and procedures
B. Nursing combines scientific knowledge with compassionate
care
C. Nursing focuses only on following physician orders
D. Nursing is primarily administrative work
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing integrates scientific knowledge (evidence-based
practice) with compassionate, patient-centered care.
A: Too narrow—ignores the art of caring.
C: Incorrect—nursing is an independent profession.
D: Administrative work is not the primary focus.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
modern nursing practice through environmental sanitation?
A. Clara Barton
B. Dorothea Dix
C. Florence Nightingale
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized hygiene, sanitation, and
environmental factors in patient care.
A: Known for founding the American Red Cross.
B: Advocated for mental health reform.
D: First professionally trained African American nurse.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse identifies a current trend in nursing practice. Which
example best reflects this trend?
A. Increased focus on hospital-based care
B. Emphasis on illness treatment over prevention
C. Growth in community-based and outpatient care
D. Decreased use of technology
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Modern nursing emphasizes community-based care and health
promotion.
A: Opposite of current trend.
B: Prevention is now emphasized.
D: Technology use is increasing, not decreasing.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
, Question 4
Which action demonstrates adherence to professional nursing
standards?
A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel
B. Following evidence-based guidelines in care delivery
C. Relying only on personal experience
D. Avoiding patient interaction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing practice requires evidence-based care.
A: Delegation must be appropriate.
C: Personal experience alone is insufficient.
D: Patient interaction is essential.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
A student nurse asks about the purpose of nursing
organizations. What is the best response?
A. They regulate hospital staffing
B. They provide personal financial support to nurses
C. They support professional development and standards
D. They replace nursing licensure boards
Correct Answer: C
