NUR 1290 MIDTERM | COMPREHENSIVE
NURSING STUDY GUIDE, PRACTICE
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026/2027
1 of 220
Term
Which of the following statements accurately reflects an element of the
crisis surrounding liability insurance in the United States?
A) Professional liability insurance does not provide coverage when the
nurse assists in an emergency.
B) Malpractice insurance premiums are not affordable for nurses in
independent advanced practice and traditional nursing roles.
C) Laws in some states are being amended to restrict the monetary
liability of any party according to the percentage of responsibility.
D) Nurses are being named in fewer lawsuits, but the judgments being
awarded are larger.
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C ABC
, D A
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2 of 220
Term
What is the main purpose of the National Council of State Boards of
Nursing (NCSBN)?
A) Provide accreditation of baccalaureate and higher degree programs
B) Recognize those with superior ability and leadership potential, and
those who have made important contributions to nursing
C) Provide a forum for the legal regulatory bodies to act together in
the regulation of nursing practice for the protection of the public
D) Unite the interests of nursing with those of the community in support
of excellence in nursing education
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D ABCDE
C A
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3 of 220
Term
,Which is the most likely reason that students who earn baccalaureate
degrees in other fields return to college to obtain an associate degree
of nursing education?
A. Takes less time to complete the degree
B. Located in primarily urban areas
C. Homogeneous makeup of students
D. General education courses equal 60% of credit
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D A
ABC C
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4 of 220
Term
In New York State, how would one designate one's willingness to be an
organ donor?
A Indicating desire on driver's license.
B Telling family and friends.
C Including one's desire to be a donor in one's will.
D When asked by a nurse during hospitalization.
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, False Imprisonment B
Public Policy A
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5 of 220
Term
A nurse administers insulin to a diabetic patient via an insulin pump.
Based on the NCLEX examination, this action would fall under which of
the categories of client needs?
A) Safe effective care environment
B) Health promotion and maintenance
C) Psychosocial integrity
D) Physiological integrity
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D C
B A
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NURSING STUDY GUIDE, PRACTICE
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026/2027
1 of 220
Term
Which of the following statements accurately reflects an element of the
crisis surrounding liability insurance in the United States?
A) Professional liability insurance does not provide coverage when the
nurse assists in an emergency.
B) Malpractice insurance premiums are not affordable for nurses in
independent advanced practice and traditional nursing roles.
C) Laws in some states are being amended to restrict the monetary
liability of any party according to the percentage of responsibility.
D) Nurses are being named in fewer lawsuits, but the judgments being
awarded are larger.
Give this one a go later!
C ABC
, D A
Don't know?
2 of 220
Term
What is the main purpose of the National Council of State Boards of
Nursing (NCSBN)?
A) Provide accreditation of baccalaureate and higher degree programs
B) Recognize those with superior ability and leadership potential, and
those who have made important contributions to nursing
C) Provide a forum for the legal regulatory bodies to act together in
the regulation of nursing practice for the protection of the public
D) Unite the interests of nursing with those of the community in support
of excellence in nursing education
Give this one a go later!
D ABCDE
C A
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3 of 220
Term
,Which is the most likely reason that students who earn baccalaureate
degrees in other fields return to college to obtain an associate degree
of nursing education?
A. Takes less time to complete the degree
B. Located in primarily urban areas
C. Homogeneous makeup of students
D. General education courses equal 60% of credit
Give this one a go later!
D A
ABC C
Don't know?
4 of 220
Term
In New York State, how would one designate one's willingness to be an
organ donor?
A Indicating desire on driver's license.
B Telling family and friends.
C Including one's desire to be a donor in one's will.
D When asked by a nurse during hospitalization.
Give this one a go later!
, False Imprisonment B
Public Policy A
Don't know?
5 of 220
Term
A nurse administers insulin to a diabetic patient via an insulin pump.
Based on the NCLEX examination, this action would fall under which of
the categories of client needs?
A) Safe effective care environment
B) Health promotion and maintenance
C) Psychosocial integrity
D) Physiological integrity
Give this one a go later!
D C
B A
Don't know?
