Essentials of Nursing Leadership &
Management
A common theme in both the ANA and the ICN code is: - correct answer-A) A focus on the
importance of compassionate care
B) Nurses making decisions for clients
C) Promoting nursing practice acts
D) Maintaining continuing education
Answer: A
A family insists that their father, Alvin Shure, 68 years old, not be told he is dying of lung
cancer. While hanging his IV medication, Mr. Shure asks the nurse, "I never had a
medication in a bag like that. What is it for?" The nurse knows that the medication is an
antineoplastic agent. The best response by the nurse is: - correct answer-A) "This is a new
drug your physician ordered."
B) "This medication is often used in the treatment of cancer."
C) "This medication has more than one use, and I am not sure why you are receiving it."
D) Request that the family tell him why he is getting the medication.
Answer: B
A new graduate has been offered a nurse manager position. What is the graduate's best
response?
A) "Thank you, but I'm not ready to be a manager."
B) "When can I start?"
C) "What is the starting salary?"
D) "Tell me what the benefits of the positions are." - correct answer-Answer: A
A new nurse manager plans to give a performance evaluation to a staff nurse who has
worked on the unit for 15 years. The staff nurse has had multiple complaints regarding the
delivery of client care from clients and other staff. The best statement by the nurse manager
in beginning the performance appraisal would be: - correct answer-A) "Tell me how you view
your delivery of client care?"
B) "I have reviewed your past evaluations and cannot believe that you are still here!"
C) "The other day I noticed how well you taught your client about his new medications."
D) "I think that the acuity on this unit is too difficult for you."
Answer: A
A nurse working in the critical care unit is described as being an excellent friend and critical
thinker. This would be considered an example of: - correct answer-A) Virtue ethics
B) Moral ethics
C) Nursing ethics
D) Power ethics
Answer: A
, A nursing student is preparing for the NCLEX. Which of the following activities would be
most appropriate 2 days before the student is to take the examination? - correct answer-A)
Pack a bag of items that may be needed during the test.
B) Map out the route to the exam site.
C) Eat a diet high in fats and carbohydrates.
D) Both A and B
Answer: D
A problem-solving process used in the nurse-client relationship is known as: - correct
answer-A) Case management
B) Nursing process
C) Evaluation techniques
D) Remediation theory
Answer: B
According to "trait theories," the most common traits of a good leader are:
A) Information giving and decision-making
B) Public speaking and nonrisk behaviors
C) Intelligence and initiative
D) Verbal and written communication skills - correct answer-Answer: C
According to OSHA, employers must provide all of the following EXCEPT: - correct
answer-A) Tuberculosis testing and hepatitis B vaccine
B) Client rooms that are painted with pleasant colors
C) Protective equipment, such as gloves, gowns, and masks
D) Immediate treatment after exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Answer: B
After administering an incorrect dosage of a medication the nurse realizes that too little
medication was given to the client. The nurse then administers a second dose in order to
give the correct dosage. Legally, the nurse must: - correct answer-A) Not tell anyone about
the error
B) Document that the correct medication was administered
C) Document the error in the nursing notes
D) Both A and B
Answer: C
An action that can lead to a malpractice suit would be: - correct answer-A) Assessing a client
more than once per shift.
B) Listening to the physician explain the benefits and risks of a procedure as they are being
explained to the client.
C) Reporting that he or she has witnessed a coworker using controlled substances when
working.
D) Altering a client's record.
Answer: D
An example of a human relations-oriented manager is one who:
A) Motivates employees to work to their highest potential
Management
A common theme in both the ANA and the ICN code is: - correct answer-A) A focus on the
importance of compassionate care
B) Nurses making decisions for clients
C) Promoting nursing practice acts
D) Maintaining continuing education
Answer: A
A family insists that their father, Alvin Shure, 68 years old, not be told he is dying of lung
cancer. While hanging his IV medication, Mr. Shure asks the nurse, "I never had a
medication in a bag like that. What is it for?" The nurse knows that the medication is an
antineoplastic agent. The best response by the nurse is: - correct answer-A) "This is a new
drug your physician ordered."
B) "This medication is often used in the treatment of cancer."
C) "This medication has more than one use, and I am not sure why you are receiving it."
D) Request that the family tell him why he is getting the medication.
Answer: B
A new graduate has been offered a nurse manager position. What is the graduate's best
response?
A) "Thank you, but I'm not ready to be a manager."
B) "When can I start?"
C) "What is the starting salary?"
D) "Tell me what the benefits of the positions are." - correct answer-Answer: A
A new nurse manager plans to give a performance evaluation to a staff nurse who has
worked on the unit for 15 years. The staff nurse has had multiple complaints regarding the
delivery of client care from clients and other staff. The best statement by the nurse manager
in beginning the performance appraisal would be: - correct answer-A) "Tell me how you view
your delivery of client care?"
B) "I have reviewed your past evaluations and cannot believe that you are still here!"
C) "The other day I noticed how well you taught your client about his new medications."
D) "I think that the acuity on this unit is too difficult for you."
Answer: A
A nurse working in the critical care unit is described as being an excellent friend and critical
thinker. This would be considered an example of: - correct answer-A) Virtue ethics
B) Moral ethics
C) Nursing ethics
D) Power ethics
Answer: A
, A nursing student is preparing for the NCLEX. Which of the following activities would be
most appropriate 2 days before the student is to take the examination? - correct answer-A)
Pack a bag of items that may be needed during the test.
B) Map out the route to the exam site.
C) Eat a diet high in fats and carbohydrates.
D) Both A and B
Answer: D
A problem-solving process used in the nurse-client relationship is known as: - correct
answer-A) Case management
B) Nursing process
C) Evaluation techniques
D) Remediation theory
Answer: B
According to "trait theories," the most common traits of a good leader are:
A) Information giving and decision-making
B) Public speaking and nonrisk behaviors
C) Intelligence and initiative
D) Verbal and written communication skills - correct answer-Answer: C
According to OSHA, employers must provide all of the following EXCEPT: - correct
answer-A) Tuberculosis testing and hepatitis B vaccine
B) Client rooms that are painted with pleasant colors
C) Protective equipment, such as gloves, gowns, and masks
D) Immediate treatment after exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Answer: B
After administering an incorrect dosage of a medication the nurse realizes that too little
medication was given to the client. The nurse then administers a second dose in order to
give the correct dosage. Legally, the nurse must: - correct answer-A) Not tell anyone about
the error
B) Document that the correct medication was administered
C) Document the error in the nursing notes
D) Both A and B
Answer: C
An action that can lead to a malpractice suit would be: - correct answer-A) Assessing a client
more than once per shift.
B) Listening to the physician explain the benefits and risks of a procedure as they are being
explained to the client.
C) Reporting that he or she has witnessed a coworker using controlled substances when
working.
D) Altering a client's record.
Answer: D
An example of a human relations-oriented manager is one who:
A) Motivates employees to work to their highest potential
