FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)PATRICIA A. POTTER;
ANNE G. PERRY; PATRICIA A.
STOCKERT; AMY HALL; WENDY
R. OSTENDORF
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A registered nurse is explaining the characteristics of a
profession to a group of newly hired nursing assistants. Which
statement best reflects nursing as a profession?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out provider
prescriptions.
B. Nursing combines specialized knowledge, ethical practice,
accountability, and lifelong learning to promote health.
C. Nursing requires technical skills but not independent clinical
judgment.
D. Nursing is based mainly on following standardized routines.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A profession is distinguished by a specialized body of
knowledge, accountability, ethical standards, evidence-based
practice, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Registered
nurses integrate scientific knowledge with clinical judgment to
provide patient-centered care. Nurses do not simply follow
prescriptions or routines but continually assess, plan,
implement, and evaluate care.
Question 2
A nurse is caring for four patients at the beginning of a shift.
Which patient should the nurse assess first?
,A. A patient reporting sudden shortness of breath after
ambulation
B. A patient requesting assistance with a meal tray
C. A patient asking for additional pillows for comfort
D. A patient waiting for discharge instructions later in the
afternoon
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Using priority-setting principles, airway and breathing concerns
take precedence. Sudden shortness of breath may indicate a
life-threatening complication requiring immediate assessment
and intervention. The remaining concerns are important but
can safely wait until the patient's respiratory status is evaluated.
Question 3
A nurse is discussing historical influences on modern nursing
practice with a nursing student. Which historical development
has had the greatest long-term impact on professional nursing?
A. Replacement of nurses with technology
B. Establishment of organized nursing education and standards
of practice
C. Elimination of infection prevention measures
D. Reduction in the need for nursing documentation
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
The development of formal nursing education and professional
standards transformed nursing into a recognized profession
with defined competencies and accountability. Technology
supports nursing care but does not replace professional
judgment. Infection prevention and documentation remain
essential components of practice.
Question 4
A registered nurse delegates ambulation of a stable
postoperative patient to an experienced nursing assistant.
Which action remains the responsibility of the registered nurse?
A. Measuring the patient's intake and output
B. Determining whether the patient is ready to ambulate safely
C. Refilling the patient's water pitcher
D. Transporting the patient to radiology
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Assessment, clinical judgment, care planning, and evaluation
cannot be delegated. The registered nurse must determine the
patient's readiness for ambulation and evaluate outcomes.
Routine tasks that do not require nursing judgment may be
delegated appropriately.
Question 5
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)PATRICIA A. POTTER;
ANNE G. PERRY; PATRICIA A.
STOCKERT; AMY HALL; WENDY
R. OSTENDORF
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A registered nurse is explaining the characteristics of a
profession to a group of newly hired nursing assistants. Which
statement best reflects nursing as a profession?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out provider
prescriptions.
B. Nursing combines specialized knowledge, ethical practice,
accountability, and lifelong learning to promote health.
C. Nursing requires technical skills but not independent clinical
judgment.
D. Nursing is based mainly on following standardized routines.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A profession is distinguished by a specialized body of
knowledge, accountability, ethical standards, evidence-based
practice, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Registered
nurses integrate scientific knowledge with clinical judgment to
provide patient-centered care. Nurses do not simply follow
prescriptions or routines but continually assess, plan,
implement, and evaluate care.
Question 2
A nurse is caring for four patients at the beginning of a shift.
Which patient should the nurse assess first?
,A. A patient reporting sudden shortness of breath after
ambulation
B. A patient requesting assistance with a meal tray
C. A patient asking for additional pillows for comfort
D. A patient waiting for discharge instructions later in the
afternoon
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Using priority-setting principles, airway and breathing concerns
take precedence. Sudden shortness of breath may indicate a
life-threatening complication requiring immediate assessment
and intervention. The remaining concerns are important but
can safely wait until the patient's respiratory status is evaluated.
Question 3
A nurse is discussing historical influences on modern nursing
practice with a nursing student. Which historical development
has had the greatest long-term impact on professional nursing?
A. Replacement of nurses with technology
B. Establishment of organized nursing education and standards
of practice
C. Elimination of infection prevention measures
D. Reduction in the need for nursing documentation
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
The development of formal nursing education and professional
standards transformed nursing into a recognized profession
with defined competencies and accountability. Technology
supports nursing care but does not replace professional
judgment. Infection prevention and documentation remain
essential components of practice.
Question 4
A registered nurse delegates ambulation of a stable
postoperative patient to an experienced nursing assistant.
Which action remains the responsibility of the registered nurse?
A. Measuring the patient's intake and output
B. Determining whether the patient is ready to ambulate safely
C. Refilling the patient's water pitcher
D. Transporting the patient to radiology
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Assessment, clinical judgment, care planning, and evaluation
cannot be delegated. The registered nurse must determine the
patient's readiness for ambulation and evaluate outcomes.
Routine tasks that do not require nursing judgment may be
delegated appropriately.
Question 5
