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 a nurse must know the state's nurse
practice act before accepting patient assignments. Which
response by the instructor is most appropriate?
A. It identifies the legal scope of nursing practice and
professional accountability.
B. It explains hospital policies for scheduling and staffing.
C. It outlines insurance reimbursement procedures.
D. It establishes physician responsibilities for patient care.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The nurse practice act defines the legal scope of nursing
practice, establishes standards of care, and outlines
professional accountability within the state. Nurses are
responsible for practicing within these legal boundaries to
promote patient safety and protect their licenses.
Question 2
A newly licensed nurse is asked to perform a procedure that has
not yet been learned or validated during orientation. What is
the nurse's best action?
A. Perform the procedure to demonstrate confidence.
B. Decline the procedure until receiving appropriate education
,and supervision.
C. Ask another new graduate to assist.
D. Perform the procedure after reviewing it online.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient safety requires nurses to recognize their own
competencies and limitations. Declining an unfamiliar
procedure until proper education, competency validation, and
supervision are available reflects professional responsibility and
reduces the risk of patient harm.
Question 3
A nurse notices a coworker documenting an assessment that
was not performed. What is the nurse's priority action?
A. Ignore the behavior because it is the coworker's
responsibility.
B. Report the concern according to organizational policy.
C. Correct the documentation without informing anyone.
D. Wait until the end of the shift to discuss it with other staff
members.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Falsifying documentation threatens patient safety and violates
professional and ethical standards. The nurse should follow the
, organization's reporting procedures to address unsafe or
unethical conduct while maintaining professionalism.
Question 4
A nurse is caring for a patient from a cultural background
unfamiliar to the nurse. Which action best demonstrates
professionalism?
A. Assume the patient's preferences are similar to those of
other patients.
B. Ask respectful questions to understand the patient's values
and preferences.
C. Avoid discussing cultural beliefs to prevent discomfort.
D. Follow only the nurse's personal beliefs regarding care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nurses provide patient-centered care by
respectfully assessing individual beliefs, values, and preferences
rather than making assumptions. Effective communication
promotes trust and individualized care.
Question 5
Which situation best demonstrates accountability in
professional nursing practice?
A. Accepting responsibility for an error and following the
reporting process
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
CARE
CONCEPTS, CONNECTIONS &
SKILLS
4TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)MARTI BURTON;
DAVID SMITH
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A nursing student asks why a nurse must know the state's nurse
practice act before accepting patient assignments. Which
response by the instructor is most appropriate?
A. It identifies the legal scope of nursing practice and
professional accountability.
B. It explains hospital policies for scheduling and staffing.
C. It outlines insurance reimbursement procedures.
D. It establishes physician responsibilities for patient care.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
The nurse practice act defines the legal scope of nursing
practice, establishes standards of care, and outlines
professional accountability within the state. Nurses are
responsible for practicing within these legal boundaries to
promote patient safety and protect their licenses.
Question 2
A newly licensed nurse is asked to perform a procedure that has
not yet been learned or validated during orientation. What is
the nurse's best action?
A. Perform the procedure to demonstrate confidence.
B. Decline the procedure until receiving appropriate education
,and supervision.
C. Ask another new graduate to assist.
D. Perform the procedure after reviewing it online.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient safety requires nurses to recognize their own
competencies and limitations. Declining an unfamiliar
procedure until proper education, competency validation, and
supervision are available reflects professional responsibility and
reduces the risk of patient harm.
Question 3
A nurse notices a coworker documenting an assessment that
was not performed. What is the nurse's priority action?
A. Ignore the behavior because it is the coworker's
responsibility.
B. Report the concern according to organizational policy.
C. Correct the documentation without informing anyone.
D. Wait until the end of the shift to discuss it with other staff
members.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Falsifying documentation threatens patient safety and violates
professional and ethical standards. The nurse should follow the
, organization's reporting procedures to address unsafe or
unethical conduct while maintaining professionalism.
Question 4
A nurse is caring for a patient from a cultural background
unfamiliar to the nurse. Which action best demonstrates
professionalism?
A. Assume the patient's preferences are similar to those of
other patients.
B. Ask respectful questions to understand the patient's values
and preferences.
C. Avoid discussing cultural beliefs to prevent discomfort.
D. Follow only the nurse's personal beliefs regarding care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nurses provide patient-centered care by
respectfully assessing individual beliefs, values, and preferences
rather than making assumptions. Effective communication
promotes trust and individualized care.
Question 5
Which situation best demonstrates accountability in
professional nursing practice?
A. Accepting responsibility for an error and following the
reporting process
