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 nursing student asks why nursing is considered a profession
rather than simply a job. Which characteristic of nursing best
supports the nurse educator’s response?
A. Nurses perform tasks delegated by physicians. B. Nursing
practice is based on a specialized body of knowledge. C. Nurses
are employed in hospitals and clinics. D. Nursing care is focused
primarily on technical skills.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing is considered a profession because it is
based on a specialized body of knowledge, standards of
practice, ethical principles, and professional accountability.
Professional nursing also involves critical thinking and lifelong
learning. Option A is incorrect because nursing is an
independent profession, not merely physician-directed work.
Option C does not define a profession. Option D is incorrect
because nursing includes caring, communication, advocacy, and
clinical judgment in addition to technical skills.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter:
Nursing Today
Question 2
A nurse is caring for several patients during a busy shift. Which
action best demonstrates accountability in professional nursing
practice?
,A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel B.
Documenting medications before administering them C.
Accepting responsibility for completing assigned patient care
safely D. Refusing to assist another nurse because of workload
concerns
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Accountability means being responsible for one’s
actions and ensuring safe, competent patient care. Option C
reflects professional accountability. Option A is incorrect
because inappropriate delegation compromises safety. Option
B is unsafe and inaccurate documentation. Option D does not
reflect collaboration or professional responsibility.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter:
Nursing Today
Question 3
A nursing instructor discusses historical influences on modern
nursing. Which individual is most closely associated with
improving sanitation and using statistical data to improve
patient outcomes?
A. Clara Barton B. Florence Nightingale C. Dorothea Dix D. Mary
Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Florence Nightingale is recognized for improving
sanitation during the Crimean War and using statistical analysis
to improve health care outcomes. Clara Barton founded the
American Red Cross. Dorothea Dix advocated for humane
treatment of individuals with mental illness. Mary Eliza
Mahoney was the first professionally trained African American
nurse.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter:
Nursing Today
Question 4
A nurse is explaining evidence-based practice to a newly
licensed nurse. Which statement by the new nurse indicates
understanding?
A. “Patient care decisions should be based only on physician
orders.” B. “Tradition is the best guide for nursing
interventions.” C. “Research findings should be integrated with
clinical expertise and patient preferences.” D. “Nursing
interventions should remain unchanged once established.”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Evidence-based practice combines current research
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care decisions. Option A ignores nursing judgment. Option B
relies only on tradition instead of evidence. Option D fails to
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 why nursing is considered a profession
rather than simply a job. Which characteristic of nursing best
supports the nurse educator’s response?
A. Nurses perform tasks delegated by physicians. B. Nursing
practice is based on a specialized body of knowledge. C. Nurses
are employed in hospitals and clinics. D. Nursing care is focused
primarily on technical skills.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing is considered a profession because it is
based on a specialized body of knowledge, standards of
practice, ethical principles, and professional accountability.
Professional nursing also involves critical thinking and lifelong
learning. Option A is incorrect because nursing is an
independent profession, not merely physician-directed work.
Option C does not define a profession. Option D is incorrect
because nursing includes caring, communication, advocacy, and
clinical judgment in addition to technical skills.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter:
Nursing Today
Question 2
A nurse is caring for several patients during a busy shift. Which
action best demonstrates accountability in professional nursing
practice?
,A. Delegating all patient care tasks to assistive personnel B.
Documenting medications before administering them C.
Accepting responsibility for completing assigned patient care
safely D. Refusing to assist another nurse because of workload
concerns
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Accountability means being responsible for one’s
actions and ensuring safe, competent patient care. Option C
reflects professional accountability. Option A is incorrect
because inappropriate delegation compromises safety. Option
B is unsafe and inaccurate documentation. Option D does not
reflect collaboration or professional responsibility.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter:
Nursing Today
Question 3
A nursing instructor discusses historical influences on modern
nursing. Which individual is most closely associated with
improving sanitation and using statistical data to improve
patient outcomes?
A. Clara Barton B. Florence Nightingale C. Dorothea Dix D. Mary
Eliza Mahoney
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Florence Nightingale is recognized for improving
sanitation during the Crimean War and using statistical analysis
to improve health care outcomes. Clara Barton founded the
American Red Cross. Dorothea Dix advocated for humane
treatment of individuals with mental illness. Mary Eliza
Mahoney was the first professionally trained African American
nurse.
Source: Fundamentals of Nursing, 12th Edition – Chapter:
Nursing Today
Question 4
A nurse is explaining evidence-based practice to a newly
licensed nurse. Which statement by the new nurse indicates
understanding?
A. “Patient care decisions should be based only on physician
orders.” B. “Tradition is the best guide for nursing
interventions.” C. “Research findings should be integrated with
clinical expertise and patient preferences.” D. “Nursing
interventions should remain unchanged once established.”
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Evidence-based practice combines current research
evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide
care decisions. Option A ignores nursing judgment. Option B
relies only on tradition instead of evidence. Option D fails to
