Y0hjFundamentals 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 nursing student asks what defines nursing as a profession.
Which statement by the instructor is most accurate?
,A. Nursing focuses primarily on performing physician-
prescribed treatments
B. Nursing is a profession because it requires formal education,
a code of ethics, and a body of knowledge
C. Nursing is considered a profession only when practiced in
hospitals
D. Nursing is primarily task-oriented rather than knowledge-
based
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is a profession characterized by specialized education,
a unique body of knowledge, adherence to a code of ethics, and
service to society.
A: Nursing is not limited to physician orders; it includes
independent judgment.
C: Nursing is practiced in various settings, not just hospitals.
D: Nursing integrates knowledge and critical thinking, not just
tasks.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
modern nursing practice through sanitation and data use?
A. Clara Barton
B. Dorothea Dix
,C. Florence Nightingale
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale is recognized for improving sanitation and
using statistics to improve patient outcomes, forming the
foundation of modern nursing.
A: Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross.
B: Dorothea Dix advocated for mental health reform.
D: Mary Mahoney was the first professionally trained African
American nurse.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse is discussing contemporary influences on nursing.
Which factor best reflects a current influence?
A. Decreased use of technology in patient care
B. Increased focus on acute care settings only
C. Emphasis on evidence-based practice
D. Reduced need for continuing education
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice is a major contemporary influence,
guiding safe and effective care.
, A: Technology use is increasing, not decreasing.
B: Care spans acute, community, and long-term settings.
D: Continuing education is essential in modern nursing.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which trend in nursing practice requires nurses to adapt to
caring for an older population?
A. Increased birth rates
B. Aging population
C. Decreased chronic illness
D. Reduced life expectancy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The aging population is a key trend, requiring nurses to manage
chronic conditions and geriatric needs.
A: Birth rates are not the primary trend affecting nursing care.
C: Chronic illness is increasing, not decreasing.
D: Life expectancy is generally increasing.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
A nurse is delegating tasks to assistive personnel. Which task is
appropriate to delegate?
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 nursing student asks what defines nursing as a profession.
Which statement by the instructor is most accurate?
,A. Nursing focuses primarily on performing physician-
prescribed treatments
B. Nursing is a profession because it requires formal education,
a code of ethics, and a body of knowledge
C. Nursing is considered a profession only when practiced in
hospitals
D. Nursing is primarily task-oriented rather than knowledge-
based
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Nursing is a profession characterized by specialized education,
a unique body of knowledge, adherence to a code of ethics, and
service to society.
A: Nursing is not limited to physician orders; it includes
independent judgment.
C: Nursing is practiced in various settings, not just hospitals.
D: Nursing integrates knowledge and critical thinking, not just
tasks.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 2
Which historical figure is most associated with establishing
modern nursing practice through sanitation and data use?
A. Clara Barton
B. Dorothea Dix
,C. Florence Nightingale
D. Mary Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Florence Nightingale is recognized for improving sanitation and
using statistics to improve patient outcomes, forming the
foundation of modern nursing.
A: Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross.
B: Dorothea Dix advocated for mental health reform.
D: Mary Mahoney was the first professionally trained African
American nurse.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 3
A nurse is discussing contemporary influences on nursing.
Which factor best reflects a current influence?
A. Decreased use of technology in patient care
B. Increased focus on acute care settings only
C. Emphasis on evidence-based practice
D. Reduced need for continuing education
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice is a major contemporary influence,
guiding safe and effective care.
, A: Technology use is increasing, not decreasing.
B: Care spans acute, community, and long-term settings.
D: Continuing education is essential in modern nursing.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 4
Which trend in nursing practice requires nurses to adapt to
caring for an older population?
A. Increased birth rates
B. Aging population
C. Decreased chronic illness
D. Reduced life expectancy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
The aging population is a key trend, requiring nurses to manage
chronic conditions and geriatric needs.
A: Birth rates are not the primary trend affecting nursing care.
C: Chronic illness is increasing, not decreasing.
D: Life expectancy is generally increasing.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter 1
Question 5
A nurse is delegating tasks to assistive personnel. Which task is
appropriate to delegate?
