ROSDAHL'S TEXTBOOK OF BASIC
NURSING
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)CAROLINE ROSDAHL
TEST BANK
1) Understanding nursing heritage
Reference: Ch. 1 — The Origins of Nursing — Nursing’s Heritage
Clinical Stem:
During orientation, a newly licensed practical nurse says,
“History is not important because nursing is mostly about
today’s tasks.” The charge nurse explains that nursing history
still affects present-day practice. Which response best shows
understanding of nursing heritage in current practice?
A. “History matters only to nurses planning advanced degrees.”
B. “Nursing history helps explain why the profession values
,service, standards, and patient advocacy.”
C. “History is useful mainly for memorizing famous names and
dates.”
D. “Nursing heritage is no longer relevant because care is now
technology-based.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct: Nursing heritage supports the profession’s identity,
values, and standards of practice. It helps the nurse understand
why patient advocacy, accountability, and service remain central
to care.
A: Incorrect because heritage is relevant to all nurses, including
LPN/LVNs.
C: Incorrect because heritage is more than memorization; it
informs practice.
D: Incorrect because technology does not replace professional
values and standards.
Teaching Point:
History shapes professional values and standards of nursing
care.
Citation:
Rosdahl, C. (2022). Rosdahl’s Textbook of Basic Nursing (12th
ed.). Ch. 1.
2) Professional identity
,Reference: Ch. 1 — The Origins of Nursing — Nursing’s Heritage
Clinical Stem:
A nursing assistant asks an LPN why nursing students spend
time learning about the profession’s history when they need
bedside skills. The LPN wants to give the best response. Which
statement is most appropriate?
A. “History is optional, but skills are mandatory.”
B. “History helps us understand the professional role and
responsibilities expected of nurses.”
C. “History matters only during graduation ceremonies.”
D. “History is mainly for people interested in museums.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct: Nursing history helps nurses understand the
development of the profession and the responsibilities attached
to it. That knowledge supports professional identity and
accountability.
A: Incorrect because history is not optional in understanding
nursing as a profession.
C: Incorrect because history has practical meaning beyond
ceremonies.
D: Incorrect because the purpose of history is broader than
casual interest.
, Teaching Point:
Professional identity grows from understanding the roots of the
profession.
Citation:
Rosdahl, C. (2022). Rosdahl’s Textbook of Basic Nursing (12th
ed.). Ch. 1.
3) Value of nursing history in practice
Reference: Ch. 1 — The Origins of Nursing — Nursing’s Heritage
Clinical Stem:
A student nurse asks why an older nurse continues to speak
respectfully about nursing pioneers. The older nurse explains
that the profession built many of its current standards over
time. Which outcome best reflects this idea?
A. Nurses rely only on traditions and avoid change.
B. Nurses understand that current practice reflects both history
and ongoing improvement.
C. Nurses do not need standards if they are experienced.
D. Nurses should focus on tasks and avoid professional
reflection.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct: Nursing practice is shaped by both historical
development and current evidence, so reflection on heritage
NURSING
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)CAROLINE ROSDAHL
TEST BANK
1) Understanding nursing heritage
Reference: Ch. 1 — The Origins of Nursing — Nursing’s Heritage
Clinical Stem:
During orientation, a newly licensed practical nurse says,
“History is not important because nursing is mostly about
today’s tasks.” The charge nurse explains that nursing history
still affects present-day practice. Which response best shows
understanding of nursing heritage in current practice?
A. “History matters only to nurses planning advanced degrees.”
B. “Nursing history helps explain why the profession values
,service, standards, and patient advocacy.”
C. “History is useful mainly for memorizing famous names and
dates.”
D. “Nursing heritage is no longer relevant because care is now
technology-based.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct: Nursing heritage supports the profession’s identity,
values, and standards of practice. It helps the nurse understand
why patient advocacy, accountability, and service remain central
to care.
A: Incorrect because heritage is relevant to all nurses, including
LPN/LVNs.
C: Incorrect because heritage is more than memorization; it
informs practice.
D: Incorrect because technology does not replace professional
values and standards.
Teaching Point:
History shapes professional values and standards of nursing
care.
Citation:
Rosdahl, C. (2022). Rosdahl’s Textbook of Basic Nursing (12th
ed.). Ch. 1.
2) Professional identity
,Reference: Ch. 1 — The Origins of Nursing — Nursing’s Heritage
Clinical Stem:
A nursing assistant asks an LPN why nursing students spend
time learning about the profession’s history when they need
bedside skills. The LPN wants to give the best response. Which
statement is most appropriate?
A. “History is optional, but skills are mandatory.”
B. “History helps us understand the professional role and
responsibilities expected of nurses.”
C. “History matters only during graduation ceremonies.”
D. “History is mainly for people interested in museums.”
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct: Nursing history helps nurses understand the
development of the profession and the responsibilities attached
to it. That knowledge supports professional identity and
accountability.
A: Incorrect because history is not optional in understanding
nursing as a profession.
C: Incorrect because history has practical meaning beyond
ceremonies.
D: Incorrect because the purpose of history is broader than
casual interest.
, Teaching Point:
Professional identity grows from understanding the roots of the
profession.
Citation:
Rosdahl, C. (2022). Rosdahl’s Textbook of Basic Nursing (12th
ed.). Ch. 1.
3) Value of nursing history in practice
Reference: Ch. 1 — The Origins of Nursing — Nursing’s Heritage
Clinical Stem:
A student nurse asks why an older nurse continues to speak
respectfully about nursing pioneers. The older nurse explains
that the profession built many of its current standards over
time. Which outcome best reflects this idea?
A. Nurses rely only on traditions and avoid change.
B. Nurses understand that current practice reflects both history
and ongoing improvement.
C. Nurses do not need standards if they are experienced.
D. Nurses should focus on tasks and avoid professional
reflection.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct: Nursing practice is shaped by both historical
development and current evidence, so reflection on heritage
