Fundamentals of Nursing
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains that nursing is both an art and a science.
Which statement best reflects this concept?
A. Nursing is based only on scientific knowledge
B. Nursing combines evidence-based practice with
compassionate care
C. Nursing focuses primarily on technical procedures
D. Nursing is limited to physician-directed tasks
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing integrates scientific knowledge (evidence-based
practice) with compassionate, individualized care, making it
both an art and a science.
A: Incorrect—nursing includes science but also interpersonal
care.
C: Incorrect—technical skills are only one aspect.
D: Incorrect—nursing involves independent judgment within
scope.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nursing student asks about a key historical influence on
modern nursing practice. Which response by the nurse is most
accurate?
,A. Development of advanced surgical procedures
B. Florence Nightingale’s emphasis on sanitation and
environment
C. Increased use of technology in hospitals
D. Expansion of insurance coverage
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized hygiene, sanitation, and
environmental factors, forming the foundation of modern
nursing.
A: Incorrect—important but not foundational to nursing
identity.
C: Incorrect—this is a contemporary influence.
D: Incorrect—this relates to healthcare systems, not nursing
origins.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which activity demonstrates professional nursing practice?
A. Performing tasks without questioning orders
B. Following routines without considering patient needs
C. Using clinical judgment to prioritize patient care
D. Delegating all tasks to unlicensed personnel
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Professional nursing involves critical thinking and prioritization
using clinical judgment.
A: Incorrect—nurses must question unsafe orders.
B: Incorrect—care must be individualized.
D: Incorrect—delegation must be appropriate and selective.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse is explaining current trends in nursing. Which example
reflects a contemporary trend?
A. Decreased use of patient education
B. Increased focus on community-based care
C. Elimination of technology in care delivery
D. Reduced emphasis on patient safety
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
There is a shift toward community and preventive care.
A: Incorrect—education is increasing.
C: Incorrect—technology use is expanding.
D: Incorrect—patient safety is a priority.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains that nursing is both an art and a science.
Which statement best reflects this concept?
A. Nursing is based only on scientific knowledge
B. Nursing combines evidence-based practice with
compassionate care
C. Nursing focuses primarily on technical procedures
D. Nursing is limited to physician-directed tasks
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing integrates scientific knowledge (evidence-based
practice) with compassionate, individualized care, making it
both an art and a science.
A: Incorrect—nursing includes science but also interpersonal
care.
C: Incorrect—technical skills are only one aspect.
D: Incorrect—nursing involves independent judgment within
scope.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
A nursing student asks about a key historical influence on
modern nursing practice. Which response by the nurse is most
accurate?
,A. Development of advanced surgical procedures
B. Florence Nightingale’s emphasis on sanitation and
environment
C. Increased use of technology in hospitals
D. Expansion of insurance coverage
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale emphasized hygiene, sanitation, and
environmental factors, forming the foundation of modern
nursing.
A: Incorrect—important but not foundational to nursing
identity.
C: Incorrect—this is a contemporary influence.
D: Incorrect—this relates to healthcare systems, not nursing
origins.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
Which activity demonstrates professional nursing practice?
A. Performing tasks without questioning orders
B. Following routines without considering patient needs
C. Using clinical judgment to prioritize patient care
D. Delegating all tasks to unlicensed personnel
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Professional nursing involves critical thinking and prioritization
using clinical judgment.
A: Incorrect—nurses must question unsafe orders.
B: Incorrect—care must be individualized.
D: Incorrect—delegation must be appropriate and selective.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
A nurse is explaining current trends in nursing. Which example
reflects a contemporary trend?
A. Decreased use of patient education
B. Increased focus on community-based care
C. Elimination of technology in care delivery
D. Reduced emphasis on patient safety
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
There is a shift toward community and preventive care.
A: Incorrect—education is increasing.
C: Incorrect—technology use is expanding.
D: Incorrect—patient safety is a priority.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
