ESSENTIALS OF NURSING LEADERSHIP AND
MANAGEMENT 8TH EDITION ORIGINAL TEST
BANK BY WEISS
,Table of Contents
I. Professionalism
1. Characteristics of a Profession
2. Professional Ethics and Values
3. Nursing Practice and the Law
II. Leading and Managing
4. Leadership and Followership
5. The Nurse as Manager of Care
6. Delegation and Prioritization of Client Care Staffing
7. Communicating With Others and Working With the
Interprofessional Team
8. Resolving Problems and Conflicts
III. Healthcare Organizations
9. Organizations, Power, and Professional Empowerment
10. Organizations, People, and Change
11. Quality and Safety
12. Maintaining a Safe Work Environment
13. Promoting a Healthy Work Environment
,IV. Career Development
14. Launching Your Career
15. Advancing Your Career
16. What the Future Holds
CHAPTER 1: PROFESSIONALISM
1. Which of the following is considered a key characteristic of a
profession?
A. Extensive use of technology
B. Specialized knowledge and skills
C. Involvement of family in decision-making
D. Flexibility in work hours
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Professions are characterized by specialized
knowledge and skills, which are foundational for providing
expert services in a specific field.
2. Which statement best defines professionalism in nursing?
A. Adhering to hospital policies
, B. Completing required continuing education
C. Demonstrating commitment to the patient and ethical
standards
D. Keeping a professional appearance at all times
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Professionalism in nursing involves a commitment
to ethical standards, patient care, and overall professionalism in
practice.
3. Which of the following is an example of nursing
professionalism?
A. Reporting to work on time and wearing appropriate attire
B. Following orders from the physician without question
C. Providing care based only on personal experience
D. Delegating tasks that should be performed by a nurse
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Professionalism in nursing includes being punctual,
maintaining proper attire, and respecting work standards and
policies.
MANAGEMENT 8TH EDITION ORIGINAL TEST
BANK BY WEISS
,Table of Contents
I. Professionalism
1. Characteristics of a Profession
2. Professional Ethics and Values
3. Nursing Practice and the Law
II. Leading and Managing
4. Leadership and Followership
5. The Nurse as Manager of Care
6. Delegation and Prioritization of Client Care Staffing
7. Communicating With Others and Working With the
Interprofessional Team
8. Resolving Problems and Conflicts
III. Healthcare Organizations
9. Organizations, Power, and Professional Empowerment
10. Organizations, People, and Change
11. Quality and Safety
12. Maintaining a Safe Work Environment
13. Promoting a Healthy Work Environment
,IV. Career Development
14. Launching Your Career
15. Advancing Your Career
16. What the Future Holds
CHAPTER 1: PROFESSIONALISM
1. Which of the following is considered a key characteristic of a
profession?
A. Extensive use of technology
B. Specialized knowledge and skills
C. Involvement of family in decision-making
D. Flexibility in work hours
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Professions are characterized by specialized
knowledge and skills, which are foundational for providing
expert services in a specific field.
2. Which statement best defines professionalism in nursing?
A. Adhering to hospital policies
, B. Completing required continuing education
C. Demonstrating commitment to the patient and ethical
standards
D. Keeping a professional appearance at all times
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Professionalism in nursing involves a commitment
to ethical standards, patient care, and overall professionalism in
practice.
3. Which of the following is an example of nursing
professionalism?
A. Reporting to work on time and wearing appropriate attire
B. Following orders from the physician without question
C. Providing care based only on personal experience
D. Delegating tasks that should be performed by a nurse
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Professionalism in nursing includes being punctual,
maintaining proper attire, and respecting work standards and
policies.
