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 instructor is most
appropriate?
A. It helps nurses memorize historical dates required for
licensure.
B. It provides insight into how nursing has evolved to improve
patient care and professional practice.
C. It replaces the need to learn current evidence-based practice.
D. It is useful only for nurses interested in education.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Understanding the history of nursing helps nurses appreciate
the profession's development, recognize the contributions of
nursing leaders, and understand how past events have shaped
modern patient-centered, evidence-based care. Historical
knowledge supports professional identity and informed
decision-making. Memorizing dates alone does not improve
practice, and history complements rather than replaces current
evidence.
Question 2
,A newly licensed nurse is uncertain whether inserting a urinary
catheter is within the legal scope of practice. What is the
nurse's best initial action?
A. Ask an experienced coworker whether the procedure is
allowed.
B. Review the state's Nurse Practice Act and facility policies.
C. Perform the procedure because it was learned in nursing
school.
D. Decline to perform the procedure without further discussion.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The Nurse Practice Act establishes the legal scope of nursing
practice within a state. Facility policies further define how
procedures are performed. Reviewing these resources helps
ensure safe, legal practice. While consulting experienced
colleagues may be helpful, legal authority comes from the
Nurse Practice Act and organizational policies.
Question 3
A nurse is assigned a patient whose condition is deteriorating
rapidly. Which professional characteristic is most important
when deciding whether to notify the healthcare provider
immediately?
, A. Independence from the healthcare team
B. Accountability for patient outcomes
C. Preference for completing documentation first
D. Avoiding interruptions during the shift
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nurses are accountable for recognizing changes in
patient status and acting promptly to protect patient safety.
Delaying communication or prioritizing documentation over
urgent assessment could place the patient at risk.
Accountability includes timely reporting and appropriate
intervention.
Question 4
A student asks why nurses participate in continuing education
after licensure. Which explanation is most accurate?
A. Continuing education is only necessary for advanced practice
nurses.
B. Healthcare changes rapidly, requiring nurses to maintain
current knowledge and skills.
C. Continuing education replaces clinical experience.
D. Continuing education is required only after changing
employers.
Correct Answer: B
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 instructor is most
appropriate?
A. It helps nurses memorize historical dates required for
licensure.
B. It provides insight into how nursing has evolved to improve
patient care and professional practice.
C. It replaces the need to learn current evidence-based practice.
D. It is useful only for nurses interested in education.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Understanding the history of nursing helps nurses appreciate
the profession's development, recognize the contributions of
nursing leaders, and understand how past events have shaped
modern patient-centered, evidence-based care. Historical
knowledge supports professional identity and informed
decision-making. Memorizing dates alone does not improve
practice, and history complements rather than replaces current
evidence.
Question 2
,A newly licensed nurse is uncertain whether inserting a urinary
catheter is within the legal scope of practice. What is the
nurse's best initial action?
A. Ask an experienced coworker whether the procedure is
allowed.
B. Review the state's Nurse Practice Act and facility policies.
C. Perform the procedure because it was learned in nursing
school.
D. Decline to perform the procedure without further discussion.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The Nurse Practice Act establishes the legal scope of nursing
practice within a state. Facility policies further define how
procedures are performed. Reviewing these resources helps
ensure safe, legal practice. While consulting experienced
colleagues may be helpful, legal authority comes from the
Nurse Practice Act and organizational policies.
Question 3
A nurse is assigned a patient whose condition is deteriorating
rapidly. Which professional characteristic is most important
when deciding whether to notify the healthcare provider
immediately?
, A. Independence from the healthcare team
B. Accountability for patient outcomes
C. Preference for completing documentation first
D. Avoiding interruptions during the shift
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nurses are accountable for recognizing changes in
patient status and acting promptly to protect patient safety.
Delaying communication or prioritizing documentation over
urgent assessment could place the patient at risk.
Accountability includes timely reporting and appropriate
intervention.
Question 4
A student asks why nurses participate in continuing education
after licensure. Which explanation is most accurate?
A. Continuing education is only necessary for advanced practice
nurses.
B. Healthcare changes rapidly, requiring nurses to maintain
current knowledge and skills.
C. Continuing education replaces clinical experience.
D. Continuing education is required only after changing
employers.
Correct Answer: B
