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 newly licensed registered nurse is discussing the
characteristics of a profession with a nursing student. Which
statement best reflects nursing as a profession?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out medical
prescriptions.
B. Nursing combines specialized knowledge, ethical practice,
accountability, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
C. Nursing requires technical skills but does not require
independent clinical judgment.
D. Nursing practice is directed primarily by institutional policies
rather than professional standards.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is characterized by a specialized body of
knowledge, evidence-based practice, ethical accountability,
autonomy within the scope of practice, and a commitment to
lifelong learning. Nurses use clinical judgment to promote
health, prevent illness, restore health, and provide
compassionate care. Although nurses implement prescribed
,therapies, they also independently assess, plan, intervene, and
evaluate patient outcomes.
Question 2
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which action best
demonstrates patient advocacy?
A. Completing documentation before responding to a patient's
concern
B. Reporting a patient's request for pain medication to the next
shift
C. Speaking with the provider after the patient expresses
concerns about a proposed treatment
D. Encouraging the patient to accept the provider's
recommendation without discussion
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Advocacy involves protecting patients' rights, ensuring informed
decision-making, communicating patient concerns, and
supporting patient preferences. The nurse should communicate
the patient's concerns to the provider so the patient receives
appropriate information before making decisions. Advocacy
does not involve persuading patients to accept treatment or
delaying communication of concerns.
Question 3
, A nurse is reviewing the concept of evidence-based practice.
Which action best reflects evidence-based nursing care?
A. Performing interventions because they have always been
done that way
B. Combining current research evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences when planning care
C. Following a coworker's preferred technique without
evaluation
D. Using only information from personal clinical experience
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best available research,
clinical expertise, and patient values and preferences to guide
clinical decisions. This approach promotes safe, effective,
individualized care. Tradition or personal preference alone
should not determine nursing interventions.
Question 4
A nurse identifies a medication error before administering the
medication. Which professional responsibility should the nurse
perform first?
A. Administer the medication as originally prescribed
B. Report the discrepancy and clarify the order before
administration
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)PATRICIA A. POTTER;
ANNE G. PERRY; PATRICIA A.
STOCKERT; AMY HALL; WENDY
R. OSTENDORF
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A newly licensed registered nurse is discussing the
characteristics of a profession with a nursing student. Which
statement best reflects nursing as a profession?
A. Nursing focuses primarily on carrying out medical
prescriptions.
B. Nursing combines specialized knowledge, ethical practice,
accountability, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
C. Nursing requires technical skills but does not require
independent clinical judgment.
D. Nursing practice is directed primarily by institutional policies
rather than professional standards.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Professional nursing is characterized by a specialized body of
knowledge, evidence-based practice, ethical accountability,
autonomy within the scope of practice, and a commitment to
lifelong learning. Nurses use clinical judgment to promote
health, prevent illness, restore health, and provide
compassionate care. Although nurses implement prescribed
,therapies, they also independently assess, plan, intervene, and
evaluate patient outcomes.
Question 2
A nurse is caring for four patients. Which action best
demonstrates patient advocacy?
A. Completing documentation before responding to a patient's
concern
B. Reporting a patient's request for pain medication to the next
shift
C. Speaking with the provider after the patient expresses
concerns about a proposed treatment
D. Encouraging the patient to accept the provider's
recommendation without discussion
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Advocacy involves protecting patients' rights, ensuring informed
decision-making, communicating patient concerns, and
supporting patient preferences. The nurse should communicate
the patient's concerns to the provider so the patient receives
appropriate information before making decisions. Advocacy
does not involve persuading patients to accept treatment or
delaying communication of concerns.
Question 3
, A nurse is reviewing the concept of evidence-based practice.
Which action best reflects evidence-based nursing care?
A. Performing interventions because they have always been
done that way
B. Combining current research evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences when planning care
C. Following a coworker's preferred technique without
evaluation
D. Using only information from personal clinical experience
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates the best available research,
clinical expertise, and patient values and preferences to guide
clinical decisions. This approach promotes safe, effective,
individualized care. Tradition or personal preference alone
should not determine nursing interventions.
Question 4
A nurse identifies a medication error before administering the
medication. Which professional responsibility should the nurse
perform first?
A. Administer the medication as originally prescribed
B. Report the discrepancy and clarify the order before
administration
