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Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Marti Burton, David Smith, and Linda J. May Ludwig
3rd Edition
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,Table of Contents
Chapter 1 The Vista of Nursing 1
Chapter 2 Health-Care Delivery, Settings, and Economics 15
Chapter 3 Ethics, Law, and Delegation in Nursing 31
Chapter 4 The Nursing Process Critical Thinking and Decision Making 46
Chapter 5 Documentation 61
Chapter 6 Communication and Relationships 77
Chapter 7 Promoting Health and Wellness 91
Chapter 8 Ethnic, Cultural, and Spiritual Aspects of Care 106
Chapter 9 Growth and Development Throughout the Life Span 119
Chapter 10 Loss, Grief, and Dying 137
Chapter 11 Complementary and Alternative Medicine 155
Chapter 12 Patient Teaching 172
Chapter 13 Safety 189
Chapter 14 Medical Asepsis and Infection Control 207
Chapter 15 Personal Care 223
Chapter 16 Moving and Positioning Patients 241
Chapter 17 Vital Signs 260
Chapter 18 Applying Heat and Cold Therapies 275
Chapter 19 Pain Management, Rest, and Restorative Sleep 290
Chapter 20 Admission, Transfer, and Discharge 305
Chapter 21 Physical Assessment 325
Chapter 22 Surgical Asepsis 343
Chapter 23 Nutrition 361
Chapter 24 Nutritional Care and Support 378
Chapter 25 Diagnostic Tests 396
Chapter 26 Wound Care 415
Chapter 27 Musculoskeletal Care 434
Chapter 28 Respiratory Care 452
Chapter 29 Fluids, Electrolytes, and Introduction to Acid-Base Balance 470
Chapter 30 Bowel Elimination and Care 486
Chapter 31 Urinary Elimination and Care 503
Chapter 32 Care of Elderly Patients 520
Chapter 33 Care of the Surgical Patient 538
Chapter 34 Phlebotomy and Blood Specimens 556
Chapter 35 Researching and Preparing Medications 574
Chapter 36 Administering Oral, Topical, and Mucosal Medications 591
Chapter 37 Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, and Intramuscular Injections 608
Chapter 38 Intravenous Therapy 624
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Test Bank - Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections and Skills, 3rd Edition (Burton, 2019)
Chapter 1: The Vista of Nursing
Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
1. The nurse prepares a seminar on the history of nursing for a group of high school students. Who should the
nurse identify as historical providers of care in addition to family members?
1. Nurses
2. Physicians
3. Male priests
4. Female priests
2. The Nurses Associated Alumnae of the United States had which purpose?
1. Set standards and rules in nursing education
2. Keep nurses aware of the newest medical information
3. Oversee training to protect patients from incompetent nurses
4. Keep nurses updated on the newest information about nursing education
3. The nurse reviewed the state nurse practice act with a new colleague. Which statement indicates that the new
nurse understands the role and function of this act?
1. “The Nurse Practice Act is the same in every state.”
2. “The Nurse Practice Act does not specify who can supervise a nurse.”
3. “The Nurse Practice Act is determined by the American Nurses Association.”
4. “The Nurse Practice Act establishes the scope of practice for each level of nurse.”
4. While caring for a patient, the nurse performs an intervention that is beyond the scope of practice. The nurse
has violated the expectations of which regulatory body?
1. Ethics Committee
2. Nurse Practice Act
3. State Department of Health
4. National League for Nursing Education
5. The nurse researches the Nurse Practice Act before completing a skill. Which body is responsible for
enforcing this Act?
1. State Board of Nursing
2. County Health Department
3. State Department of Health
4. National League for Nursing
6. The nurse reviews with a student the responsibilities of a student nurse. Which student statement indicates
additional teaching is required?
1. “I will check laboratory results for my patients often.”
2. “I am responsible for noting abnormal assessment findings.”
3. “I will frequently check the patient’s chart for diagnostic test results.”
4. “It is not within my scope of practice to notify someone of abnormal findings.”
7. The nursing instructor reviews the importance of joining a professional organization with a group of students.
For which student comment should the instructor provide more information?
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1. “Professional organizations allow me to have a collective voice.”
2. “Professional organizations limit my ability to influence laws and policies.”
3. “Professional behavior is demonstrated by joining a professional organization.”
4. “By joining a professional organization, I will have opportunities for leadership.”
8. A student nurse is learning about nursing history. Which statement should the student use to describe Lillian
Wald?
1. Instrumental in providing nursing care during the Crimean War
2. The first visiting nurse and founder of the Henry Street Settlement
3. Instrumental in establishing a 3-year training program for nurses
4. The first president of what is known today as the American Red Cross
9. A participant at a health career fair is interested in attending a diploma program for nursing. Which should be
explained to this participant about the program?
1. It is a hospital-based nursing education program.
2. Courses to achieve a college degree are required.
3. This is the most basic of all the entry-level options for nurses.
4. A private or community college is attended for a minimum of 2 years.
10. A high school graduate plans to attend a One Plus One Program. How should this student explain the program
to her friends?
1. “I can have my LPN courses applied to a baccalaureate degree.”
2. “My courses from the LPN program will be placed toward an associate degree.”
3. “I can apply to a Master of Science in Nursing degree program after two years.”
4. “I’ll become an LPN first and then take another year of classes while I work as a nurse.”
11. The diploma nurse applied to a program to earn a baccalaureate degree before applying to a Master of Science
Degree in Nursing program. Which career track is this nurse following?
1. One Plus One
2. PN to diploma
3. Diploma to AD
4. Diploma to BSN
12. While providing medications, the nurse realizes that an incorrect dose was provided to a patient. Which
characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the error is reported to the manager?
1. Being caring
2. Being honest
3. Being organized
4. Being responsible
13. The nurse notes that a patient’s blood pressure has dropped. The patient is experiencing nausea, dizziness, and
abdominal pain. Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the healthcare provider is notified
with the patient’s condition?
1. Being caring
2. Being honest
3. Being organized
4. Being responsible
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Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Marti Burton, David Smith, and Linda J. May Ludwig
3rd Edition
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,Table of Contents
Chapter 1 The Vista of Nursing 1
Chapter 2 Health-Care Delivery, Settings, and Economics 15
Chapter 3 Ethics, Law, and Delegation in Nursing 31
Chapter 4 The Nursing Process Critical Thinking and Decision Making 46
Chapter 5 Documentation 61
Chapter 6 Communication and Relationships 77
Chapter 7 Promoting Health and Wellness 91
Chapter 8 Ethnic, Cultural, and Spiritual Aspects of Care 106
Chapter 9 Growth and Development Throughout the Life Span 119
Chapter 10 Loss, Grief, and Dying 137
Chapter 11 Complementary and Alternative Medicine 155
Chapter 12 Patient Teaching 172
Chapter 13 Safety 189
Chapter 14 Medical Asepsis and Infection Control 207
Chapter 15 Personal Care 223
Chapter 16 Moving and Positioning Patients 241
Chapter 17 Vital Signs 260
Chapter 18 Applying Heat and Cold Therapies 275
Chapter 19 Pain Management, Rest, and Restorative Sleep 290
Chapter 20 Admission, Transfer, and Discharge 305
Chapter 21 Physical Assessment 325
Chapter 22 Surgical Asepsis 343
Chapter 23 Nutrition 361
Chapter 24 Nutritional Care and Support 378
Chapter 25 Diagnostic Tests 396
Chapter 26 Wound Care 415
Chapter 27 Musculoskeletal Care 434
Chapter 28 Respiratory Care 452
Chapter 29 Fluids, Electrolytes, and Introduction to Acid-Base Balance 470
Chapter 30 Bowel Elimination and Care 486
Chapter 31 Urinary Elimination and Care 503
Chapter 32 Care of Elderly Patients 520
Chapter 33 Care of the Surgical Patient 538
Chapter 34 Phlebotomy and Blood Specimens 556
Chapter 35 Researching and Preparing Medications 574
Chapter 36 Administering Oral, Topical, and Mucosal Medications 591
Chapter 37 Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, and Intramuscular Injections 608
Chapter 38 Intravenous Therapy 624
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Test Bank - Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections and Skills, 3rd Edition (Burton, 2019)
Chapter 1: The Vista of Nursing
Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
1. The nurse prepares a seminar on the history of nursing for a group of high school students. Who should the
nurse identify as historical providers of care in addition to family members?
1. Nurses
2. Physicians
3. Male priests
4. Female priests
2. The Nurses Associated Alumnae of the United States had which purpose?
1. Set standards and rules in nursing education
2. Keep nurses aware of the newest medical information
3. Oversee training to protect patients from incompetent nurses
4. Keep nurses updated on the newest information about nursing education
3. The nurse reviewed the state nurse practice act with a new colleague. Which statement indicates that the new
nurse understands the role and function of this act?
1. “The Nurse Practice Act is the same in every state.”
2. “The Nurse Practice Act does not specify who can supervise a nurse.”
3. “The Nurse Practice Act is determined by the American Nurses Association.”
4. “The Nurse Practice Act establishes the scope of practice for each level of nurse.”
4. While caring for a patient, the nurse performs an intervention that is beyond the scope of practice. The nurse
has violated the expectations of which regulatory body?
1. Ethics Committee
2. Nurse Practice Act
3. State Department of Health
4. National League for Nursing Education
5. The nurse researches the Nurse Practice Act before completing a skill. Which body is responsible for
enforcing this Act?
1. State Board of Nursing
2. County Health Department
3. State Department of Health
4. National League for Nursing
6. The nurse reviews with a student the responsibilities of a student nurse. Which student statement indicates
additional teaching is required?
1. “I will check laboratory results for my patients often.”
2. “I am responsible for noting abnormal assessment findings.”
3. “I will frequently check the patient’s chart for diagnostic test results.”
4. “It is not within my scope of practice to notify someone of abnormal findings.”
7. The nursing instructor reviews the importance of joining a professional organization with a group of students.
For which student comment should the instructor provide more information?
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1. “Professional organizations allow me to have a collective voice.”
2. “Professional organizations limit my ability to influence laws and policies.”
3. “Professional behavior is demonstrated by joining a professional organization.”
4. “By joining a professional organization, I will have opportunities for leadership.”
8. A student nurse is learning about nursing history. Which statement should the student use to describe Lillian
Wald?
1. Instrumental in providing nursing care during the Crimean War
2. The first visiting nurse and founder of the Henry Street Settlement
3. Instrumental in establishing a 3-year training program for nurses
4. The first president of what is known today as the American Red Cross
9. A participant at a health career fair is interested in attending a diploma program for nursing. Which should be
explained to this participant about the program?
1. It is a hospital-based nursing education program.
2. Courses to achieve a college degree are required.
3. This is the most basic of all the entry-level options for nurses.
4. A private or community college is attended for a minimum of 2 years.
10. A high school graduate plans to attend a One Plus One Program. How should this student explain the program
to her friends?
1. “I can have my LPN courses applied to a baccalaureate degree.”
2. “My courses from the LPN program will be placed toward an associate degree.”
3. “I can apply to a Master of Science in Nursing degree program after two years.”
4. “I’ll become an LPN first and then take another year of classes while I work as a nurse.”
11. The diploma nurse applied to a program to earn a baccalaureate degree before applying to a Master of Science
Degree in Nursing program. Which career track is this nurse following?
1. One Plus One
2. PN to diploma
3. Diploma to AD
4. Diploma to BSN
12. While providing medications, the nurse realizes that an incorrect dose was provided to a patient. Which
characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the error is reported to the manager?
1. Being caring
2. Being honest
3. Being organized
4. Being responsible
13. The nurse notes that a patient’s blood pressure has dropped. The patient is experiencing nausea, dizziness, and
abdominal pain. Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the healthcare provider is notified
with the patient’s condition?
1. Being caring
2. Being honest
3. Being organized
4. Being responsible
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