WTCC SP19 NUR 111 THEORY EXAM 1
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,NC Practice Act The practice of nursing as an art dedicated to caring and to assisting clients by providing
sustained, vigilant and continuous care to those acutely or chronically ill. Nurses assist
clients to attain or maintain optimal health. Implementing a strategy of care to accomplish
defined goals within the context of a client centered care plan
American Nurses Association (ANA) Established a Code of Ethics as well as a Scopes and Standards of Nursing Practice;
Largest and most powerful nursing association today. With membership to only RNs &
represents the interests of all 3.4 million RNs
Wake Tech Dept of Nursing Ed. Nursing is an art and science, which integrates and assimilate knowledge and skills
derived from biological, physical social and behavioral sciences.
Identify 3 professional organizations in nursing. American Association of Nursing
NC Nursing Association
National League for Nursing
NC Nurses Association (NCNA) Equips nurses at all stages to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment. NCNA
helps keep NC nurses on the cutting edge of nursing practice, policy, education and
more.
National League for Nursing (NLN) Promotes excellence in nursing education to build a strong and diverse nursing
workforce to advance the health of our nation and the global community. They support
nursing research grants and other education programs.
Basic Nursing Education Hospital Based Diploma Programs, ADN, BSN
Advanced Nursing Education Masters, DNP
Describe the components of the philosophy and the The Martha Mann Smith School of Nursing faculty supports the College's core values of
conceptual module of the Wake Tech Nursing Program Respect, Responsibility, Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and
(located in your Student Policy Handbook) Accountability as well as the seven core values of the National League for Nursing (NLN)
Education Competencies Model. The NLN values include: Caring, Diversity, Ethics,
Excellence, Holism, Integrity and Client-Centeredness.
, Describe the nursing process as a foundation to determine The nursing process is a dynamic continuous client-centered, problem solving and
patient needs and deliver nursing care. decision-making framework that is foundational to nursing practice. It is a critical thinking
process that consists of five steps to follow in a purposeful, goal directed, systematic way
to achieve optimal client outcomes. The five sequential but overlapping steps are called:
ADPIE: Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation. The nursing
process is a variation of scientific reasoning that helps nurses organize nursing care and
apply the optimal available evidence to deliver care.
The nursing process provides a framework through which nurses can apply knowledge,
experience, judgment and skills as well as established standards of nursing practice to
the formulation of a plan of nursing care. It promotes the professionalism of nursing while
differentiating the practice of nursing.
Patricia Benner there are 5 levels of proficiency for nurses. Novice, Advanced Beginner, Competent, Proficient, Expert
Benner's Novice No experience and relies on policies, procedures and guidelines and theory
Benner's Advanced Beginner Begins to gain experience. Focus is on tasks and guidelines. Does not have experience to
consider complexity.
Benner's Competent Has been on the job for 2 -3 years with the same or similar situations. Begins to master
some tasks, does not yet possess the speed and flexibility of a proficient nurse.
Benner's Proficient Perceives the situation as wholes rather than in terms of chopped up parts or aspects.
Benner's Expert Possess and intuitive understanding of most situations and is able to quickly determine a
course of action without much problem solving. Has high a analytical skills ability that is
needed for most all situations.
Identify the nurse-client relationship as a basis for Establish trusting relationship with patient/family. EFFECTIVE communication is key.
communication. Verbal and nonverbal 10/90 split, needs to have congruity.
Intent of comm. Is to elicit a response
Better Communication = Stronger relationships = More Trust= Better Care
Identify communication skills needed in developing Active Listener, assist patient to identify feelings, follow through w/ promises and don't
therapeutic relationships. make unrealistic promises, be truthful, focus on patients well-being. Developed by
Hildegard Peplau
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | NURSING
STUDY GUIDE
| GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep
,NC Practice Act The practice of nursing as an art dedicated to caring and to assisting clients by providing
sustained, vigilant and continuous care to those acutely or chronically ill. Nurses assist
clients to attain or maintain optimal health. Implementing a strategy of care to accomplish
defined goals within the context of a client centered care plan
American Nurses Association (ANA) Established a Code of Ethics as well as a Scopes and Standards of Nursing Practice;
Largest and most powerful nursing association today. With membership to only RNs &
represents the interests of all 3.4 million RNs
Wake Tech Dept of Nursing Ed. Nursing is an art and science, which integrates and assimilate knowledge and skills
derived from biological, physical social and behavioral sciences.
Identify 3 professional organizations in nursing. American Association of Nursing
NC Nursing Association
National League for Nursing
NC Nurses Association (NCNA) Equips nurses at all stages to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment. NCNA
helps keep NC nurses on the cutting edge of nursing practice, policy, education and
more.
National League for Nursing (NLN) Promotes excellence in nursing education to build a strong and diverse nursing
workforce to advance the health of our nation and the global community. They support
nursing research grants and other education programs.
Basic Nursing Education Hospital Based Diploma Programs, ADN, BSN
Advanced Nursing Education Masters, DNP
Describe the components of the philosophy and the The Martha Mann Smith School of Nursing faculty supports the College's core values of
conceptual module of the Wake Tech Nursing Program Respect, Responsibility, Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and
(located in your Student Policy Handbook) Accountability as well as the seven core values of the National League for Nursing (NLN)
Education Competencies Model. The NLN values include: Caring, Diversity, Ethics,
Excellence, Holism, Integrity and Client-Centeredness.
, Describe the nursing process as a foundation to determine The nursing process is a dynamic continuous client-centered, problem solving and
patient needs and deliver nursing care. decision-making framework that is foundational to nursing practice. It is a critical thinking
process that consists of five steps to follow in a purposeful, goal directed, systematic way
to achieve optimal client outcomes. The five sequential but overlapping steps are called:
ADPIE: Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation. The nursing
process is a variation of scientific reasoning that helps nurses organize nursing care and
apply the optimal available evidence to deliver care.
The nursing process provides a framework through which nurses can apply knowledge,
experience, judgment and skills as well as established standards of nursing practice to
the formulation of a plan of nursing care. It promotes the professionalism of nursing while
differentiating the practice of nursing.
Patricia Benner there are 5 levels of proficiency for nurses. Novice, Advanced Beginner, Competent, Proficient, Expert
Benner's Novice No experience and relies on policies, procedures and guidelines and theory
Benner's Advanced Beginner Begins to gain experience. Focus is on tasks and guidelines. Does not have experience to
consider complexity.
Benner's Competent Has been on the job for 2 -3 years with the same or similar situations. Begins to master
some tasks, does not yet possess the speed and flexibility of a proficient nurse.
Benner's Proficient Perceives the situation as wholes rather than in terms of chopped up parts or aspects.
Benner's Expert Possess and intuitive understanding of most situations and is able to quickly determine a
course of action without much problem solving. Has high a analytical skills ability that is
needed for most all situations.
Identify the nurse-client relationship as a basis for Establish trusting relationship with patient/family. EFFECTIVE communication is key.
communication. Verbal and nonverbal 10/90 split, needs to have congruity.
Intent of comm. Is to elicit a response
Better Communication = Stronger relationships = More Trust= Better Care
Identify communication skills needed in developing Active Listener, assist patient to identify feelings, follow through w/ promises and don't
therapeutic relationships. make unrealistic promises, be truthful, focus on patients well-being. Developed by
Hildegard Peplau
