NSG 130 Exam UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
After reviewing several research articles, the clinical nurse specialist on a medical surgical unity rewrites
the procedure on assessing placement of a nasogastric tube. What source of nursing knowledge did the
nurse use in the situation? - CORRECT ANSWER -Scientific Knowledge
A student nurse learns how to give injections from the nurse manager. This is an example of the
acquisition of what type of knowledge? - CORRECT ANSWER -Authoritative
There are four concepts common in all nursing theories. Which one of the four concepts is the focus of
nursing? - CORRECT ANSWER -Person
What is the ultimate goal of expanding nursing knowledge through nursing research? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Learn improved ways to promote and maintain health
Before developing a procedure, a nurse reviews all current research-based literature on insertion of a
nasogastric tube. What type of nursing will be practiced based on this review? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Evidence-Based Nursing
A nursing student is conducting a literature review via the internet to identify a problem area that may be
applicable in scope of nursing. When conducting the search, which of the following would be most
important for the student to keep in mind? - CORRECT ANSWER -MedLine is a reputable online
database of nursing information
In what way can a nurse differentiate strong research from poor research? - CORRECT ANSWER -
By critiquing the study
Nursing research is linked most closely to what? - CORRECT ANSWER -Nursing Process
How are the first stages of the nursing process and nursing research linked? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The nurse assesses problems initially
, Which of the following are examples of characteristics of evidence-based practice? Select all that apply. -
CORRECT ANSWER -- It is a problem-solving approach
- It uses the best evidence available
- It blends the science and art of nursing
Which are common areas requiring nursing-client advocacy? Select all that apply. - CORRECT
ANSWER -- Securing client informed consents
- Preventing medication errors
- Facilitating access to health-care services
- Promoting respect for client dignity and cultural values
Which characteristics associated with being a client of the health-care system increase the need for
advocacy? Select all that apply. - CORRECT ANSWER -- Loss of physical freedom as a result of
extended hospitalizations
- Decreased independence due to physical or psychosocial limitations
- Physical or pyschosocial limitations negatively impacting autonomy
- Increased vulnerability due to impaired communication
A client with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer has been presented with her treatment options, but wishes to
defer any decisions to her uncle, who acts in the roe of a family patriarch within the client's culture. By
which of the following is the client's right to self-determination best protected? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Respecting the client's desire to have the uncle make choices on her behalf
A client, unsure of the need for surgery, asks the nurse, "What should I do?" What answer bu the nurse is
based on advocacy? - CORRECT ANSWER -"Tell me more about what makes you think you don' t
want surgery"
The nurse-manager is overseeing the care of a client who is taking a passive role in his care. How should
the nurse begin to act in the role of an advocate? - CORRECT ANSWER -Inform the client of his
rights and help him to understand them
Which leadership role is most closely associated with advocacy? - CORRECT ANSWER -Creating
a climate where advocacy and its associated risk taking are valued
Questions and CORRECT Answers
After reviewing several research articles, the clinical nurse specialist on a medical surgical unity rewrites
the procedure on assessing placement of a nasogastric tube. What source of nursing knowledge did the
nurse use in the situation? - CORRECT ANSWER -Scientific Knowledge
A student nurse learns how to give injections from the nurse manager. This is an example of the
acquisition of what type of knowledge? - CORRECT ANSWER -Authoritative
There are four concepts common in all nursing theories. Which one of the four concepts is the focus of
nursing? - CORRECT ANSWER -Person
What is the ultimate goal of expanding nursing knowledge through nursing research? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Learn improved ways to promote and maintain health
Before developing a procedure, a nurse reviews all current research-based literature on insertion of a
nasogastric tube. What type of nursing will be practiced based on this review? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Evidence-Based Nursing
A nursing student is conducting a literature review via the internet to identify a problem area that may be
applicable in scope of nursing. When conducting the search, which of the following would be most
important for the student to keep in mind? - CORRECT ANSWER -MedLine is a reputable online
database of nursing information
In what way can a nurse differentiate strong research from poor research? - CORRECT ANSWER -
By critiquing the study
Nursing research is linked most closely to what? - CORRECT ANSWER -Nursing Process
How are the first stages of the nursing process and nursing research linked? - CORRECT
ANSWER -The nurse assesses problems initially
, Which of the following are examples of characteristics of evidence-based practice? Select all that apply. -
CORRECT ANSWER -- It is a problem-solving approach
- It uses the best evidence available
- It blends the science and art of nursing
Which are common areas requiring nursing-client advocacy? Select all that apply. - CORRECT
ANSWER -- Securing client informed consents
- Preventing medication errors
- Facilitating access to health-care services
- Promoting respect for client dignity and cultural values
Which characteristics associated with being a client of the health-care system increase the need for
advocacy? Select all that apply. - CORRECT ANSWER -- Loss of physical freedom as a result of
extended hospitalizations
- Decreased independence due to physical or psychosocial limitations
- Physical or pyschosocial limitations negatively impacting autonomy
- Increased vulnerability due to impaired communication
A client with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer has been presented with her treatment options, but wishes to
defer any decisions to her uncle, who acts in the roe of a family patriarch within the client's culture. By
which of the following is the client's right to self-determination best protected? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Respecting the client's desire to have the uncle make choices on her behalf
A client, unsure of the need for surgery, asks the nurse, "What should I do?" What answer bu the nurse is
based on advocacy? - CORRECT ANSWER -"Tell me more about what makes you think you don' t
want surgery"
The nurse-manager is overseeing the care of a client who is taking a passive role in his care. How should
the nurse begin to act in the role of an advocate? - CORRECT ANSWER -Inform the client of his
rights and help him to understand them
Which leadership role is most closely associated with advocacy? - CORRECT ANSWER -Creating
a climate where advocacy and its associated risk taking are valued
