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 registered nurse is explaining the characteristics of a
profession to a newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement by
the graduate nurse demonstrates correct understanding?
A. "A profession is defined mainly by the ability to perform
technical skills."
B. "Professional nursing combines specialized knowledge,
ethical practice, accountability, and lifelong learning."
C. "Professional status is achieved after working in the same
facility for several years."
D. "Professional nursing requires following provider orders
without questioning them."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is founded on specialized knowledge,
evidence-based practice, ethical standards, accountability, and
a commitment to lifelong learning. Technical skills alone do not
define a profession. Professional status is not determined by
years of employment, and nurses are responsible for using
clinical judgment rather than unquestioningly following orders
that may be unsafe.
Question 2
,A nurse receives a medication prescription that appears
unusually high for an older adult. What is the nurse's best initial
action?
A. Administer the medication as prescribed.
B. Ask another nurse to administer the medication.
C. Verify the prescription and clarify the dosage with the
prescribing provider.
D. Document concern and omit the medication without
notifying anyone.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient safety requires nurses to question prescriptions that
appear unsafe. Clarifying the order before administration
demonstrates accountability and clinical judgment.
Administering a questionable medication risks patient harm.
Delegating responsibility to another nurse or withholding the
medication without communication is inappropriate.
Question 3
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which action best
demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Scheduling care based only on staff convenience.
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in decisions about the
care plan.
, C. Completing procedures without explaining them to reduce
anxiety.
D. Providing identical teaching materials to every patient.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and participation in healthcare decisions.
Care should be individualized rather than standardized solely
for staff convenience. Explaining procedures promotes trust and
informed decision-making.
Question 4
Which nursing action best reflects evidence-based practice?
A. Performing an intervention because it has always been done
that way.
B. Combining current research findings, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences when planning care.
C. Following the preferences of coworkers regardless of
evidence.
D. Selecting interventions based only on cost.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best available research
evidence, clinician expertise, and patient values to improve
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)PATRICIA A. POTTER;
ANNE G. PERRY; PATRICIA A.
STOCKERT; AMY HALL; WENDY
R. OSTENDORF
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A registered nurse is explaining the characteristics of a
profession to a newly hired graduate nurse. Which statement by
the graduate nurse demonstrates correct understanding?
A. "A profession is defined mainly by the ability to perform
technical skills."
B. "Professional nursing combines specialized knowledge,
ethical practice, accountability, and lifelong learning."
C. "Professional status is achieved after working in the same
facility for several years."
D. "Professional nursing requires following provider orders
without questioning them."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is founded on specialized knowledge,
evidence-based practice, ethical standards, accountability, and
a commitment to lifelong learning. Technical skills alone do not
define a profession. Professional status is not determined by
years of employment, and nurses are responsible for using
clinical judgment rather than unquestioningly following orders
that may be unsafe.
Question 2
,A nurse receives a medication prescription that appears
unusually high for an older adult. What is the nurse's best initial
action?
A. Administer the medication as prescribed.
B. Ask another nurse to administer the medication.
C. Verify the prescription and clarify the dosage with the
prescribing provider.
D. Document concern and omit the medication without
notifying anyone.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Patient safety requires nurses to question prescriptions that
appear unsafe. Clarifying the order before administration
demonstrates accountability and clinical judgment.
Administering a questionable medication risks patient harm.
Delegating responsibility to another nurse or withholding the
medication without communication is inappropriate.
Question 3
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which action best
demonstrates patient-centered care?
A. Scheduling care based only on staff convenience.
B. Encouraging the patient to participate in decisions about the
care plan.
, C. Completing procedures without explaining them to reduce
anxiety.
D. Providing identical teaching materials to every patient.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Patient-centered care emphasizes respect for patient
preferences, values, and participation in healthcare decisions.
Care should be individualized rather than standardized solely
for staff convenience. Explaining procedures promotes trust and
informed decision-making.
Question 4
Which nursing action best reflects evidence-based practice?
A. Performing an intervention because it has always been done
that way.
B. Combining current research findings, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences when planning care.
C. Following the preferences of coworkers regardless of
evidence.
D. Selecting interventions based only on cost.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best available research
evidence, clinician expertise, and patient values to improve
