NSG 3180 Exam Prep (37 Questions) – Development, Ethics, Communication, Safety

This document contains 37 well-structured, exam-style questions and correct answers for NSG 3180 Unit 2 at Florida International University. It focuses on the intersection of human development stages, patient safety, nursing ethics, legal responsibilities, communication frameworks, and decision-making in clinical practice. The question formats include multiple-choice and matching, aligned with both academic and NCLEX-level standards. Key developmental concepts such as Erikson’s psychosocial stages, age-related behavior, cognitive maturity, grief responses (Kubler-Ross model), and socio-emotional milestones are thoroughly assessed. The document also covers essential patient safety topics including informed consent, legal negligence, values clarification, and critical communication models like SBAR and “I PASS the BATON.” Ethical frameworks (utilitarianism, autonomy, cognitive dissonance) and practical scenarios involving professional conduct, HIPAA violations, and consent in emergencies are explored in clinical context. This resource is particularly relevant for: Undergraduate nursing students enrolled in NSG 3180 or comparable courses RN-to-BSN or ABSN students reviewing for exams Students preparing for NCLEX-RN with a focus on ethics, safety, and communication Learners aiming to strengthen critical thinking in developmental psychology and legal nursing principles The content is organized to aid understanding of key concepts in patient care across life stages, helping students apply knowledge to clinical reasoning and ethical decision-making. Keywords: NSG 3180, developmental stages, patient safety, nursing ethics, SBAR, I PASS the BATON, informed consent, values clarification, critical thinking, Erikson stages, grief models, HIPAA, cognitive dissonance, legal negligence, communication in nursing