CLINICAL NURSING SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES
10 MOCK TEST WITH ANSWER RATIONALES
2026
◉ What are the characteristics of a profession?
Answer: -extensive education
-Theoretical body of knowledge
-Specific service
-Autonomy in decision making (right to make own decision)
-code of ethics
◉ What is the ANA?
Answer: American Nurses Association
they advocate, advance, and protect the profession and its members.
The voice for RN's, makes sure they are safe in their workspace and
taken care of.
ex) nurses had bad backs from lifting things, ANA now requires
hospitals to give nurses assistance in lifting heavy materials.
◉ Be familiar with the ANA Code of Ethics Provisions 1,2, & 4
Answer: 1- The nurse practices with compassion and respect for the
inherent dignity, worth, and unique attributes of every person.
, 2- The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an
individual, family, group, community, or population.
4- The nurse has authority, accountability and responsibility for
nursing practice; makes decisions; and takes action consistent with
the obligation to provide optimal patient care.
◉ Know the difference between the ANA Scope and Standards of
Care and the State Nurse Practice Acts
Answer: Scope and Standards of Care- NOT laws, but influence
policy development
State Nurse Practice Acts- These ARE the laws
ex) These laws define what the scope of practice is for each state
-nursing licensure is required
-must pass NCLEX to practice
-same exam in every state
◉ Know the principles of delegation
Answer: -The decision of whether or not to delegate or assign is
based upon the judgment concerning the condition of the patient,
the competency of the members of the nursing team, and the degree
of supervision that is required of the RN if a task is delegated.
10 MOCK TEST WITH ANSWER RATIONALES
2026
◉ What are the characteristics of a profession?
Answer: -extensive education
-Theoretical body of knowledge
-Specific service
-Autonomy in decision making (right to make own decision)
-code of ethics
◉ What is the ANA?
Answer: American Nurses Association
they advocate, advance, and protect the profession and its members.
The voice for RN's, makes sure they are safe in their workspace and
taken care of.
ex) nurses had bad backs from lifting things, ANA now requires
hospitals to give nurses assistance in lifting heavy materials.
◉ Be familiar with the ANA Code of Ethics Provisions 1,2, & 4
Answer: 1- The nurse practices with compassion and respect for the
inherent dignity, worth, and unique attributes of every person.
, 2- The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an
individual, family, group, community, or population.
4- The nurse has authority, accountability and responsibility for
nursing practice; makes decisions; and takes action consistent with
the obligation to provide optimal patient care.
◉ Know the difference between the ANA Scope and Standards of
Care and the State Nurse Practice Acts
Answer: Scope and Standards of Care- NOT laws, but influence
policy development
State Nurse Practice Acts- These ARE the laws
ex) These laws define what the scope of practice is for each state
-nursing licensure is required
-must pass NCLEX to practice
-same exam in every state
◉ Know the principles of delegation
Answer: -The decision of whether or not to delegate or assign is
based upon the judgment concerning the condition of the patient,
the competency of the members of the nursing team, and the degree
of supervision that is required of the RN if a task is delegated.
