NURS 6001 EXAM 1 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Section 1: Foundations of Graduate Nursing Studies and Professional Roles Questions 1 to 25
**Question 1**
What is the primary difference between a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Doctor of
Nursing Practice (DNP)?
A. The MSN focuses on research; the DNP focuses on clinical practice
B. The MSN is for entry into nursing; the DNP is for advanced practice
C. The MSN prepares graduates for advanced nursing roles; the DNP is a terminal practice
doctorate focusing on evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership ✓
D. There is no difference; only the degree title differs
**Correct Answer: C ✓**
Rationale: The MSN prepares nurses for advanced practice roles (NP, CNS, CNM, CRNA) and
leadership. The DNP is a terminal practice doctorate that focuses on translating evidence into
practice, quality improvement, systems leadership, and organizational change. Option A is
oversimplified; both can involve research but PhD is the research doctorate. Option B is
incorrect; entry into nursing is pre-licensure (BSN or ADN).
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**Question 2**
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) recommends that advanced practice
registered nurses (APRNs) earn a minimum of which degree?
A. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
, B. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
C. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) ✓
D. PhD in Nursing
**Correct Answer: C ✓**
Rationale: The AACN recommends that APRNs (nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists,
nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives) be prepared at the graduate level (MSN or DNP). By 2025,
the AACN has called for all APRNs to be prepared at the DNP level. ADN (A) and BSN (B) are pre-
licensure degrees. PhD (D) is a research doctorate, not required for clinical practice.
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**Question 3**
What is the purpose of "scholarly writing" in graduate nursing education?
A. To use complex vocabulary and long sentences
B. To communicate evidence-based knowledge clearly, logically, and professionally for
academic and clinical audiences ✓
C. To replace clinical skills
D. To avoid using citations
**Correct Answer: B ✓**
Rationale: Scholarly writing in graduate nursing demonstrates critical thinking, synthesis of
evidence, and professional communication. It requires clear, logical organization, proper
citation of sources (D is incorrect), and adherence to academic standards (e.g., APA). It does
not replace clinical skills (C) nor require unnecessarily complex language (A).
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**Question 4**
The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses has how many provisions?
WITH RATIONALES/GRADED A+/2026 UPDATE/100% CORRECT
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Section 1: Foundations of Graduate Nursing Studies and Professional Roles Questions 1 to 25
**Question 1**
What is the primary difference between a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Doctor of
Nursing Practice (DNP)?
A. The MSN focuses on research; the DNP focuses on clinical practice
B. The MSN is for entry into nursing; the DNP is for advanced practice
C. The MSN prepares graduates for advanced nursing roles; the DNP is a terminal practice
doctorate focusing on evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership ✓
D. There is no difference; only the degree title differs
**Correct Answer: C ✓**
Rationale: The MSN prepares nurses for advanced practice roles (NP, CNS, CNM, CRNA) and
leadership. The DNP is a terminal practice doctorate that focuses on translating evidence into
practice, quality improvement, systems leadership, and organizational change. Option A is
oversimplified; both can involve research but PhD is the research doctorate. Option B is
incorrect; entry into nursing is pre-licensure (BSN or ADN).
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**Question 2**
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) recommends that advanced practice
registered nurses (APRNs) earn a minimum of which degree?
A. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
, B. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
C. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) ✓
D. PhD in Nursing
**Correct Answer: C ✓**
Rationale: The AACN recommends that APRNs (nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists,
nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives) be prepared at the graduate level (MSN or DNP). By 2025,
the AACN has called for all APRNs to be prepared at the DNP level. ADN (A) and BSN (B) are pre-
licensure degrees. PhD (D) is a research doctorate, not required for clinical practice.
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**Question 3**
What is the purpose of "scholarly writing" in graduate nursing education?
A. To use complex vocabulary and long sentences
B. To communicate evidence-based knowledge clearly, logically, and professionally for
academic and clinical audiences ✓
C. To replace clinical skills
D. To avoid using citations
**Correct Answer: B ✓**
Rationale: Scholarly writing in graduate nursing demonstrates critical thinking, synthesis of
evidence, and professional communication. It requires clear, logical organization, proper
citation of sources (D is incorrect), and adherence to academic standards (e.g., APA). It does
not replace clinical skills (C) nor require unnecessarily complex language (A).
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**Question 4**
The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses has how many provisions?
