Fundamentals of Nursing
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains to a student that nursing is considered a
profession. Which statement best supports this classification?
A. Nursing requires minimal formal education
B. Nursing has a unique body of knowledge and standards of
practice
C. Nursing tasks are primarily delegated by physicians
D. Nursing focuses only on technical skills
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is a profession because it has a distinct body of
knowledge, evidence-based practice, standards, and ethical
guidelines.
A: Incorrect—professional nursing requires formal education.
C: Incorrect—nursing is an autonomous profession, not solely
physician-directed.
D: Incorrect—nursing includes critical thinking, ethics, and
patient-centered care beyond technical skills.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
Question 2
A nurse is describing historical influences on modern nursing.
Which individual is most associated with establishing nursing as
a profession?
,A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Mary Eliza Mahoney
D. Dorothea Dix
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale is recognized for establishing nursing as a
profession through education, sanitation, and evidence-based
care.
A: Known for founding the American Red Cross.
C: First professionally trained African American nurse.
D: Advocate for mental health reform.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
Question 3
A nurse provides care using evidence-based practice. Which
action demonstrates this approach?
A. Following physician orders without question
B. Using personal experience only
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise
D. Relying on outdated practices
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice combines research evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences.
A: Incorrect—critical thinking is required.
B: Incomplete—must include research.
D: Unsafe and not current.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
Question 4
Which trend in nursing is most focused on improving patient
safety?
A. Increased use of technology
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Shortened hospital stays
D. Expanded home care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice improves patient outcomes and safety
by using proven interventions.
A: Technology helps but does not directly ensure safety.
C & D: Trends but not primarily focused on safety
improvement.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
12th Edition
• Author(s)Patricia A. Potter, Anne G.
Perry, Patricia A. Stockert, Amy Hall,
Wendy R. Ostendorf
TEST BANK
UNIT 1. Nursing and the Health Care Environment
UNIT 2. Caring Throughout the Life Span
UNIT 3. Clinical Judgment in Nursing Practice
UNIT 4. Professional Standards in Nursing Practice
UNIT 5. Foundations for Nursing Practice
UNIT 6. Psychosocial Basis for Nursing Practice
UNIT 7. Physiological Basis for Nursing Practicey
,Question 1
A nurse explains to a student that nursing is considered a
profession. Which statement best supports this classification?
A. Nursing requires minimal formal education
B. Nursing has a unique body of knowledge and standards of
practice
C. Nursing tasks are primarily delegated by physicians
D. Nursing focuses only on technical skills
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is a profession because it has a distinct body of
knowledge, evidence-based practice, standards, and ethical
guidelines.
A: Incorrect—professional nursing requires formal education.
C: Incorrect—nursing is an autonomous profession, not solely
physician-directed.
D: Incorrect—nursing includes critical thinking, ethics, and
patient-centered care beyond technical skills.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
Question 2
A nurse is describing historical influences on modern nursing.
Which individual is most associated with establishing nursing as
a profession?
,A. Clara Barton
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Mary Eliza Mahoney
D. Dorothea Dix
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale is recognized for establishing nursing as a
profession through education, sanitation, and evidence-based
care.
A: Known for founding the American Red Cross.
C: First professionally trained African American nurse.
D: Advocate for mental health reform.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
Question 3
A nurse provides care using evidence-based practice. Which
action demonstrates this approach?
A. Following physician orders without question
B. Using personal experience only
C. Integrating best research evidence with clinical expertise
D. Relying on outdated practices
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale:
Evidence-based practice combines research evidence, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences.
A: Incorrect—critical thinking is required.
B: Incomplete—must include research.
D: Unsafe and not current.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
Question 4
Which trend in nursing is most focused on improving patient
safety?
A. Increased use of technology
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Shortened hospital stays
D. Expanded home care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice improves patient outcomes and safety
by using proven interventions.
A: Technology helps but does not directly ensure safety.
C & D: Trends but not primarily focused on safety
improvement.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter
Nursing Today
