DAVIS ADVANTAGE FOR
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
CARE
CONCEPTS, CONNECTIONS &
SKILLS
4TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)MARTI BURTON;
DAVID SMITH
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A nursing student asks why understanding the history of nursing
is important. Which response by the nurse educator is most
appropriate?
A. "It is required primarily to help nurses memorize historical
dates for licensing examinations."
B. "It explains how nursing has evolved and helps nurses
understand current professional standards and future
directions."
C. "It is useful only for nurses planning to work in education or
research."
D. "It replaces the need to learn current evidence-based nursing
practice."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Studying nursing history helps nurses appreciate how the
profession has evolved, recognize factors that shaped current
standards of care, and understand emerging trends. Historical
knowledge supports professional identity and informed
decision-making. Memorizing dates alone is not the purpose,
and historical knowledge complements rather than replaces
evidence-based practice.
Question 2
,A newly licensed nurse is unsure whether performing a
particular procedure is legally permitted. Which action should
the nurse take first?
A. Ask another staff nurse whether the procedure is commonly
performed.
B. Review the state's Nurse Practice Act and facility policies.
C. Perform the procedure if it appears safe.
D. Decline all unfamiliar procedures permanently.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The Nurse Practice Act establishes the legal scope of nursing
practice within a jurisdiction. Reviewing applicable laws and
organizational policies helps determine whether the activity is
within the nurse's scope and competency. Practice should not
be based solely on coworker opinions or assumptions.
Question 3
A registered nurse is caring for a patient with complex cardiac
needs and requests assistance from another healthcare
professional with advanced expertise. Which characteristic of
modern nursing practice is demonstrated?
A. Professional isolation
B. Interprofessional collaboration
, C. Independent medical diagnosis
D. Delegation of all patient care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Interprofessional collaboration promotes coordinated, patient-
centered care by integrating expertise from multiple healthcare
professionals. Nurses collaborate while maintaining
accountability for nursing care. Collaboration improves patient
outcomes and safety.
Question 4
Which action best demonstrates professionalism by a registered
nurse?
A. Maintaining patient confidentiality even during casual
conversations outside the workplace
B. Discussing patient information with friends who are
healthcare workers
C. Sharing patient photographs on personal social media after
removing the patient's name
D. Ignoring new evidence because previous routines are familiar
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Professionalism includes protecting confidentiality, maintaining
ethical behavior, demonstrating accountability, and following
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
CARE
CONCEPTS, CONNECTIONS &
SKILLS
4TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)MARTI BURTON;
DAVID SMITH
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A nursing student asks why understanding the history of nursing
is important. Which response by the nurse educator is most
appropriate?
A. "It is required primarily to help nurses memorize historical
dates for licensing examinations."
B. "It explains how nursing has evolved and helps nurses
understand current professional standards and future
directions."
C. "It is useful only for nurses planning to work in education or
research."
D. "It replaces the need to learn current evidence-based nursing
practice."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Studying nursing history helps nurses appreciate how the
profession has evolved, recognize factors that shaped current
standards of care, and understand emerging trends. Historical
knowledge supports professional identity and informed
decision-making. Memorizing dates alone is not the purpose,
and historical knowledge complements rather than replaces
evidence-based practice.
Question 2
,A newly licensed nurse is unsure whether performing a
particular procedure is legally permitted. Which action should
the nurse take first?
A. Ask another staff nurse whether the procedure is commonly
performed.
B. Review the state's Nurse Practice Act and facility policies.
C. Perform the procedure if it appears safe.
D. Decline all unfamiliar procedures permanently.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The Nurse Practice Act establishes the legal scope of nursing
practice within a jurisdiction. Reviewing applicable laws and
organizational policies helps determine whether the activity is
within the nurse's scope and competency. Practice should not
be based solely on coworker opinions or assumptions.
Question 3
A registered nurse is caring for a patient with complex cardiac
needs and requests assistance from another healthcare
professional with advanced expertise. Which characteristic of
modern nursing practice is demonstrated?
A. Professional isolation
B. Interprofessional collaboration
, C. Independent medical diagnosis
D. Delegation of all patient care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Interprofessional collaboration promotes coordinated, patient-
centered care by integrating expertise from multiple healthcare
professionals. Nurses collaborate while maintaining
accountability for nursing care. Collaboration improves patient
outcomes and safety.
Question 4
Which action best demonstrates professionalism by a registered
nurse?
A. Maintaining patient confidentiality even during casual
conversations outside the workplace
B. Discussing patient information with friends who are
healthcare workers
C. Sharing patient photographs on personal social media after
removing the patient's name
D. Ignoring new evidence because previous routines are familiar
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Professionalism includes protecting confidentiality, maintaining
ethical behavior, demonstrating accountability, and following
