FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)PATRICIA A. POTTER;
ANNE G. PERRY; PATRICIA A.
STOCKERT; AMY HALL; WENDY
R. OSTENDORF
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A newly licensed registered nurse is explaining the role of
professional nursing to a community group. Which statement
best reflects the primary purpose of professional nursing?
A. Performing treatments prescribed by health care providers
B. Promoting health, preventing illness, restoring health, and
supporting quality of life through patient-centered care
C. Managing the daily operations of health care facilities
D. Diagnosing medical conditions independently in all practice
settings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing encompasses health promotion, disease
prevention, restoration of health, and compassionate care for
individuals, families, communities, and populations. Nurses use
clinical judgment, evidence-based practice, communication,
and collaboration to provide holistic, patient-centered care.
Although nurses implement prescribed therapies, their role
extends far beyond carrying out provider orders. Nurses do not
independently diagnose medical diseases in all settings, and
facility management is not the primary purpose of the
profession.
,Question 2
A nurse is preparing a plan of care for a hospitalized patient.
Which action best demonstrates accountability?
A. Completing assigned tasks only when reminded
B. Accepting responsibility for nursing decisions and
documenting care accurately
C. Delegating all patient education to assistive personnel
D. Waiting for another nurse to identify documentation errors
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability means accepting responsibility for one's
professional actions and ensuring that care is safe, ethical, and
accurately documented. Accountable nurses recognize errors,
report concerns appropriately, and strive for continuous
improvement. Completing tasks only after reminders,
inappropriate delegation, and ignoring documentation issues do
not reflect accountability.
Question 3
A nurse notices that a patient's condition has changed
significantly since the previous assessment. Which action best
reflects the use of clinical judgment?
A. Continue following the original care plan without
modification.
, B. Reassess the patient, analyze findings, notify the provider as
appropriate, and update the care plan.
C. Wait until the next scheduled assessment to determine if the
condition improves.
D. Ask another nurse to assume responsibility for the patient.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Clinical judgment requires nurses to recognize changes in
patient status, gather additional assessment data, analyze
findings, determine priorities, take appropriate action, and
evaluate outcomes. Prompt reassessment and communication
help prevent deterioration and improve patient safety.
Question 4
A nurse joins a professional nursing organization. Which benefit
is most directly associated with membership?
A. Automatic promotion to a leadership position
B. Guaranteed employment opportunities
C. Access to professional development, networking, advocacy,
and continuing education
D. Exemption from licensure renewal requirements
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional organizations support nurses through continuing
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)PATRICIA A. POTTER;
ANNE G. PERRY; PATRICIA A.
STOCKERT; AMY HALL; WENDY
R. OSTENDORF
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A newly licensed registered nurse is explaining the role of
professional nursing to a community group. Which statement
best reflects the primary purpose of professional nursing?
A. Performing treatments prescribed by health care providers
B. Promoting health, preventing illness, restoring health, and
supporting quality of life through patient-centered care
C. Managing the daily operations of health care facilities
D. Diagnosing medical conditions independently in all practice
settings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing encompasses health promotion, disease
prevention, restoration of health, and compassionate care for
individuals, families, communities, and populations. Nurses use
clinical judgment, evidence-based practice, communication,
and collaboration to provide holistic, patient-centered care.
Although nurses implement prescribed therapies, their role
extends far beyond carrying out provider orders. Nurses do not
independently diagnose medical diseases in all settings, and
facility management is not the primary purpose of the
profession.
,Question 2
A nurse is preparing a plan of care for a hospitalized patient.
Which action best demonstrates accountability?
A. Completing assigned tasks only when reminded
B. Accepting responsibility for nursing decisions and
documenting care accurately
C. Delegating all patient education to assistive personnel
D. Waiting for another nurse to identify documentation errors
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability means accepting responsibility for one's
professional actions and ensuring that care is safe, ethical, and
accurately documented. Accountable nurses recognize errors,
report concerns appropriately, and strive for continuous
improvement. Completing tasks only after reminders,
inappropriate delegation, and ignoring documentation issues do
not reflect accountability.
Question 3
A nurse notices that a patient's condition has changed
significantly since the previous assessment. Which action best
reflects the use of clinical judgment?
A. Continue following the original care plan without
modification.
, B. Reassess the patient, analyze findings, notify the provider as
appropriate, and update the care plan.
C. Wait until the next scheduled assessment to determine if the
condition improves.
D. Ask another nurse to assume responsibility for the patient.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Clinical judgment requires nurses to recognize changes in
patient status, gather additional assessment data, analyze
findings, determine priorities, take appropriate action, and
evaluate outcomes. Prompt reassessment and communication
help prevent deterioration and improve patient safety.
Question 4
A nurse joins a professional nursing organization. Which benefit
is most directly associated with membership?
A. Automatic promotion to a leadership position
B. Guaranteed employment opportunities
C. Access to professional development, networking, advocacy,
and continuing education
D. Exemption from licensure renewal requirements
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Professional organizations support nurses through continuing
