Fundamentals of Nursing
10th Edition Exam
(2026-2027 Edition)
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,Nursing at the end of the Middle characterized by purpose, direction, leadership.
Ages
Characteristic of nursing from early Most early civilizations believed that illness had
civilization to 16th century supernatural causes.
Time period when nursing care as 18th to 19th century.
we now know it began
Founder of professional nursing Florence Nightingale.
Nursing pioneer who established the Clara Barton.
Red Cross in the United States in
1882
Barrier to the development of the lack of educational standards.
nursing profession in the United
States after the Civil War
Individual who provided community- Adelaide Nutting.
based care and founded public
health nursing
Community-based care Care provided in a community setting, often
focusing on public health.
Public health nursing A nursing specialty that focuses on the health of
populations and communities.
ICN International Council of Nurses, which provides a
definition and scope of practice for nursing.
AAN American Academy of Nursing, which provides a
definition and scope of practice for nursing.
,ANA American Nurses Association, which provides a
definition and scope of practice for nursing.
The Joint Commission An organization that accredits and certifies
healthcare organizations and programs.
Promoting health An aim of nursing that involves encouraging
healthy behaviors and lifestyles.
Preventing illness An aim of nursing that involves actions taken to
avoid disease and health complications.
Cognitive nursing skills Skills that involve critical thinking and decision-
making in patient care.
Ethical/legal skill A nursing action that involves adherence to ethical
principles and legal standards.
Counselor role A nursing role that involves providing support and
guidance to patients and families.
Collaborator role A nursing role that involves working with other
healthcare professionals to provide
comprehensive care.
Health A state of optimal functioning, not merely the
absence of illness.
Healthy People 2010 A U.S. Department of Health document that
outlines health promotion guidelines.
Health indicator A measurable factor that reflects the health status
of a population, such as obesity.
, Service orientation A characteristic that defines nursing as a
profession, emphasizing service to others.
Baccalaureate degree nursing Responsibilities expected of a nurse with a
responsibilities baccalaureate degree, such as using research
findings to improve practice.
Geriatric nurse practitioner A nursing role focused on the care of elderly
patients, requiring specific educational
qualifications.
Masters degree in nursing The required degree for becoming a geriatric
nurse practitioner.
Importance of nursing organizations They provide socialization, networking, and set
standards for nursing education and practice.
American Nurses Association An organization that has established standards for
clinical nursing practice.
Standards of nursing practice To ensure knowledgeable, safe, comprehensive
nursing care.
Legal right to practice nursing Obtained by being licensed by the State Board of
Nursing after passing the NCLEX.
Felony crime of forgery May result in the revocation or suspension of a
nurse's license to practice nursing.
Nursing process focus Focuses care on actual or potential health
problems.
Rapidly expanding age group Older adults, resulting in changes in the delivery of
healthcare.
10th Edition Exam
(2026-2027 Edition)
Final Exam Questions with 100%
Correct Answers and Rationales |
Latest Update | Grade A+
,Nursing at the end of the Middle characterized by purpose, direction, leadership.
Ages
Characteristic of nursing from early Most early civilizations believed that illness had
civilization to 16th century supernatural causes.
Time period when nursing care as 18th to 19th century.
we now know it began
Founder of professional nursing Florence Nightingale.
Nursing pioneer who established the Clara Barton.
Red Cross in the United States in
1882
Barrier to the development of the lack of educational standards.
nursing profession in the United
States after the Civil War
Individual who provided community- Adelaide Nutting.
based care and founded public
health nursing
Community-based care Care provided in a community setting, often
focusing on public health.
Public health nursing A nursing specialty that focuses on the health of
populations and communities.
ICN International Council of Nurses, which provides a
definition and scope of practice for nursing.
AAN American Academy of Nursing, which provides a
definition and scope of practice for nursing.
,ANA American Nurses Association, which provides a
definition and scope of practice for nursing.
The Joint Commission An organization that accredits and certifies
healthcare organizations and programs.
Promoting health An aim of nursing that involves encouraging
healthy behaviors and lifestyles.
Preventing illness An aim of nursing that involves actions taken to
avoid disease and health complications.
Cognitive nursing skills Skills that involve critical thinking and decision-
making in patient care.
Ethical/legal skill A nursing action that involves adherence to ethical
principles and legal standards.
Counselor role A nursing role that involves providing support and
guidance to patients and families.
Collaborator role A nursing role that involves working with other
healthcare professionals to provide
comprehensive care.
Health A state of optimal functioning, not merely the
absence of illness.
Healthy People 2010 A U.S. Department of Health document that
outlines health promotion guidelines.
Health indicator A measurable factor that reflects the health status
of a population, such as obesity.
, Service orientation A characteristic that defines nursing as a
profession, emphasizing service to others.
Baccalaureate degree nursing Responsibilities expected of a nurse with a
responsibilities baccalaureate degree, such as using research
findings to improve practice.
Geriatric nurse practitioner A nursing role focused on the care of elderly
patients, requiring specific educational
qualifications.
Masters degree in nursing The required degree for becoming a geriatric
nurse practitioner.
Importance of nursing organizations They provide socialization, networking, and set
standards for nursing education and practice.
American Nurses Association An organization that has established standards for
clinical nursing practice.
Standards of nursing practice To ensure knowledgeable, safe, comprehensive
nursing care.
Legal right to practice nursing Obtained by being licensed by the State Board of
Nursing after passing the NCLEX.
Felony crime of forgery May result in the revocation or suspension of a
nurse's license to practice nursing.
Nursing process focus Focuses care on actual or potential health
problems.
Rapidly expanding age group Older adults, resulting in changes in the delivery of
healthcare.
