Professional Development Exam 1: Study Guide
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1. When teaching a newly licensed nurse about protecting client health Infor-
motion, which of the following statements indicates that the nurse under-
stands? The courts may require (subpoena) me to discuss confidential information
2. When documenting in a patient's EMR, what are some of the things that
would jeopardize the confidentiality of the patient's information? Sharing pass-
words
3. Doing an Inservice for newly licensed nurses and talking about client confit-
identicality, who can you share client protected health information with? Health
care team members ASSIGNED to that patient
4. What are some violations of confidentiality? You cannot give out information to anybody
unless the patient gives you permission.
Violations Include:
- Sharing info with family members
- Discussing a client at lunch
- Leaving patient record in garbage
5. What jeopardizes patient confidentiality? (Select all): Wrong Answer: Giving verbal report
at change of shift in a designated conference room
Wrong Answer: Removing client information from fax machines immediately
6. A patient who fell and endured a hip fracture is suing you for negligence.
What would legally determine your liability? Share the info with the colleague you were
working with so that they can be a witness for you.
7. A patient is having shortness of breath and the ventilator is malfunctioning.
You are the only one there; who is responsible for taking care of the patient?-
: You
8. Know that there are multiple religions, ethnic groups, subcultures, regional
cultures etc. and you're going to have to deal with everybody a little bit
differently.: Ex: Some people do not want a blood transfusion, even in the case of an emergency (Jehovah's
Witnesses).
9. Know which organizations meet and support the needs of the LVN? (Select
all): - NAPNES
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National Association for Practical Nurse Education & Service
- NFLPN
National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses
10. What does malpractice insurance cover/not cover? Not mandatory but rather a per-
sonal choice (highly recommended for lawsuit protection).
11. In 2015, NCLEX test administrators revised the test format by introducing
alternative format including all BUT? Removed "Quick response essay questions".
Added:
Alternative Formats: Include audio (Chest inspirations/expirations), braille, electronic or large print versions of
standard print such as educational material (Nutritional label), textbooks, information leaflets (Exhibit/Chart), and
even people's personal bills and letters.
12. What is the best way to represent yourself to an employer? Resume
13. What is an expected question when interviewing for a Long-Term Care
position? How long do you anticipate staying in this position? (Ensuring that you'll be there long-term).
14. Every two years, you have to renew your license. What professional
certify- cations are available to you through your workplace? Continuing Education Units
(CEUs).
15. Certification is the process through which the LVN may acquire additional
skills such as: - IVs.
- Phlebotomy.
- Wound care.
16. What is a resume? Concise, one or two-page summary of education and work experience, activities,
honors, and concrete skills/interests.
17. As a nurse, you can hold a medication order given by the Provider if you
believe: (Select all): - Order is Unclear/Written incorrectly.
- Dosage seems Ott.
- Hold parameters are in attest.
- Uncomfortable administering.
18. Define Mutual Recognition Licensure: As a nurse you can obtain an interstate endorsement
for your license allowing you to travel to certain states and practice there.
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Study online at https://quizlet.com/_7uihns
1. When teaching a newly licensed nurse about protecting client health Infor-
motion, which of the following statements indicates that the nurse under-
stands? The courts may require (subpoena) me to discuss confidential information
2. When documenting in a patient's EMR, what are some of the things that
would jeopardize the confidentiality of the patient's information? Sharing pass-
words
3. Doing an Inservice for newly licensed nurses and talking about client confit-
identicality, who can you share client protected health information with? Health
care team members ASSIGNED to that patient
4. What are some violations of confidentiality? You cannot give out information to anybody
unless the patient gives you permission.
Violations Include:
- Sharing info with family members
- Discussing a client at lunch
- Leaving patient record in garbage
5. What jeopardizes patient confidentiality? (Select all): Wrong Answer: Giving verbal report
at change of shift in a designated conference room
Wrong Answer: Removing client information from fax machines immediately
6. A patient who fell and endured a hip fracture is suing you for negligence.
What would legally determine your liability? Share the info with the colleague you were
working with so that they can be a witness for you.
7. A patient is having shortness of breath and the ventilator is malfunctioning.
You are the only one there; who is responsible for taking care of the patient?-
: You
8. Know that there are multiple religions, ethnic groups, subcultures, regional
cultures etc. and you're going to have to deal with everybody a little bit
differently.: Ex: Some people do not want a blood transfusion, even in the case of an emergency (Jehovah's
Witnesses).
9. Know which organizations meet and support the needs of the LVN? (Select
all): - NAPNES
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, Professional Development Exam 1: Study Guide
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_7uihns
National Association for Practical Nurse Education & Service
- NFLPN
National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses
10. What does malpractice insurance cover/not cover? Not mandatory but rather a per-
sonal choice (highly recommended for lawsuit protection).
11. In 2015, NCLEX test administrators revised the test format by introducing
alternative format including all BUT? Removed "Quick response essay questions".
Added:
Alternative Formats: Include audio (Chest inspirations/expirations), braille, electronic or large print versions of
standard print such as educational material (Nutritional label), textbooks, information leaflets (Exhibit/Chart), and
even people's personal bills and letters.
12. What is the best way to represent yourself to an employer? Resume
13. What is an expected question when interviewing for a Long-Term Care
position? How long do you anticipate staying in this position? (Ensuring that you'll be there long-term).
14. Every two years, you have to renew your license. What professional
certify- cations are available to you through your workplace? Continuing Education Units
(CEUs).
15. Certification is the process through which the LVN may acquire additional
skills such as: - IVs.
- Phlebotomy.
- Wound care.
16. What is a resume? Concise, one or two-page summary of education and work experience, activities,
honors, and concrete skills/interests.
17. As a nurse, you can hold a medication order given by the Provider if you
believe: (Select all): - Order is Unclear/Written incorrectly.
- Dosage seems Ott.
- Hold parameters are in attest.
- Uncomfortable administering.
18. Define Mutual Recognition Licensure: As a nurse you can obtain an interstate endorsement
for your license allowing you to travel to certain states and practice there.
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