NURSING NOW
TODAY'S ISSUES, TOMORROW'S
TRENDS
9TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)JOSEPH CATALANO
TEST BANK
1. Reference
Ch. 1 — The Development of a Profession — Characteristics of a
Profession
Stem:
A nurse manager is mentoring a group of new graduates about
professional identity. One nurse states that nursing is still
evolving as a profession. Which action by nurses best
demonstrates advancement toward full professional status?
,A. Following physician orders precisely
B. Expanding nursing research and evidence-based practice
C. Maintaining task-oriented care delivery
D. Delegating most responsibilities to assistive personnel
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
B: Research and evidence-based practice establish a unique
body of knowledge—key for professional status and autonomy.
A: Reflects dependence, not professional autonomy.
C: Task orientation limits critical thinking and professional
growth.
D: Over-delegation reduces accountability and professional
responsibility.
Teaching Point:
A profession requires a unique, research-based knowledge
base.
Citation:
Catalano, J. (2024). Nursing Now (9th ed.). Ch. 1.
2. Reference
Ch. 1 — Historical Development — Nightingale Era
Stem:
A nursing student analyzes historical influences on modern
,practice. Which current nursing action best reflects principles
established during early professional development?
A. Focusing exclusively on physician directives
B. Prioritizing environmental sanitation and patient outcomes
C. Avoiding independent clinical judgment
D. Limiting care to hospital settings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
B: Environmental control and patient outcomes were
foundational contributions shaping modern nursing practice.
A: Contradicts autonomy development.
C: Undermines clinical judgment.
D: Nursing extends beyond hospitals.
Teaching Point:
Environmental management remains central to nursing care
quality.
Citation:
Catalano, J. (2024). Nursing Now (9th ed.). Ch. 1.
3. Reference
Ch. 1 — Professional Roles — Accountability
Stem:
A nurse administers medication without verifying the
, prescription and an error occurs. Which professional principle is
most relevant when evaluating this situation?
A. Beneficence
B. Accountability
C. Advocacy
D. Fidelity
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
B: Accountability requires nurses to answer for their actions
and decisions in patient care.
A: Focuses on doing good, not responsibility for actions.
C: Involves protecting patient rights.
D: Refers to keeping commitments.
Teaching Point:
Accountability is fundamental to professional nursing practice.
Citation:
Catalano, J. (2024). Nursing Now (9th ed.). Ch. 1.
4. Reference
Ch. 1 — Education and Professionalization
Stem:
A hospital is transitioning to hire only BSN-prepared nurses.
What is the primary professional rationale for this change?
TODAY'S ISSUES, TOMORROW'S
TRENDS
9TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)JOSEPH CATALANO
TEST BANK
1. Reference
Ch. 1 — The Development of a Profession — Characteristics of a
Profession
Stem:
A nurse manager is mentoring a group of new graduates about
professional identity. One nurse states that nursing is still
evolving as a profession. Which action by nurses best
demonstrates advancement toward full professional status?
,A. Following physician orders precisely
B. Expanding nursing research and evidence-based practice
C. Maintaining task-oriented care delivery
D. Delegating most responsibilities to assistive personnel
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
B: Research and evidence-based practice establish a unique
body of knowledge—key for professional status and autonomy.
A: Reflects dependence, not professional autonomy.
C: Task orientation limits critical thinking and professional
growth.
D: Over-delegation reduces accountability and professional
responsibility.
Teaching Point:
A profession requires a unique, research-based knowledge
base.
Citation:
Catalano, J. (2024). Nursing Now (9th ed.). Ch. 1.
2. Reference
Ch. 1 — Historical Development — Nightingale Era
Stem:
A nursing student analyzes historical influences on modern
,practice. Which current nursing action best reflects principles
established during early professional development?
A. Focusing exclusively on physician directives
B. Prioritizing environmental sanitation and patient outcomes
C. Avoiding independent clinical judgment
D. Limiting care to hospital settings
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
B: Environmental control and patient outcomes were
foundational contributions shaping modern nursing practice.
A: Contradicts autonomy development.
C: Undermines clinical judgment.
D: Nursing extends beyond hospitals.
Teaching Point:
Environmental management remains central to nursing care
quality.
Citation:
Catalano, J. (2024). Nursing Now (9th ed.). Ch. 1.
3. Reference
Ch. 1 — Professional Roles — Accountability
Stem:
A nurse administers medication without verifying the
, prescription and an error occurs. Which professional principle is
most relevant when evaluating this situation?
A. Beneficence
B. Accountability
C. Advocacy
D. Fidelity
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
B: Accountability requires nurses to answer for their actions
and decisions in patient care.
A: Focuses on doing good, not responsibility for actions.
C: Involves protecting patient rights.
D: Refers to keeping commitments.
Teaching Point:
Accountability is fundamental to professional nursing practice.
Citation:
Catalano, J. (2024). Nursing Now (9th ed.). Ch. 1.
4. Reference
Ch. 1 — Education and Professionalization
Stem:
A hospital is transitioning to hire only BSN-prepared nurses.
What is the primary professional rationale for this change?
