NURS 5350 Module 9 Quiz V3 | NURS 5350
Role of the Nurse in Advanced Practice |
Actual Q&A with Rationale (NURS5350
Module 9 Quiz) | The University of Texas
at Arlington
1. Which phase of the policy cycle involves determining if a policy is achieving its intended
goals?
A. Policy Evaluation
B. Policy Adoption
C. Policy Implementation
D. Policy Formulation
Answer: A
Rationale: Policy evaluation is the final stage of the policy process where outcomes are
measured against objectives. This stage provides feedback that can lead to policy revision
or termination. It is critical for ensuring that healthcare interventions are effective and
fiscally responsible.
2. According to the Kingdon Model, policy change is most likely to occur when which three
streams converge?
A. Stakeholders, Legislators, and Voters
,B. Economics, Ethics, and Education
C. Problems, Policies, and Politics
D. Regulation, Litigation, and Negotiation
Answer: C
Rationale: John Kingdon’s model suggests that a policy window opens when the problem
stream, policy stream, and politics stream align. The problem must be recognized, a viable
solution must exist, and the political climate must be receptive. Understanding this
convergence helps APNs strategically timing their advocacy efforts.
3. What is the primary function of a Political Action Committee (PAC) in the nursing
profession?
A. To provide continuing education units to members
B. To draft hospital-specific clinical protocols
C. To raise and distribute funds to candidates who support nursing issues
D. To serve as a legal defense fund for malpractice suits
Answer: C
Rationale: PACs are organized for the purpose of raising and spending money to elect and
defeat candidates. In nursing, they focus on supporting legislators who are sympathetic to
the nursing profession’s goals. This financial support is a key component of political
influence and legislative strategy.
, 4. Under Medicare Part B, services provided by an APRN are generally reimbursed at what
percentage of the physician fee schedule?
A. 50%
B. 100%
C. 65%
D. 85%
Answer: D
Rationale: The standard reimbursement rate for APRNs under Medicare Part B for
services not billed as ‘incident-to’ is 85% of the physician rate. This disparity is a significant
point of discussion in healthcare policy regarding pay equity. APNs must understand these
billing structures to manage the financial health of their practices.
5. Which term describes the process where an APN provides expertise to a legislator to help
draft a health-related bill?
A. Canvassing
B. Credentialing
C. Arbitration
D. Lobbying
Answer: D
Role of the Nurse in Advanced Practice |
Actual Q&A with Rationale (NURS5350
Module 9 Quiz) | The University of Texas
at Arlington
1. Which phase of the policy cycle involves determining if a policy is achieving its intended
goals?
A. Policy Evaluation
B. Policy Adoption
C. Policy Implementation
D. Policy Formulation
Answer: A
Rationale: Policy evaluation is the final stage of the policy process where outcomes are
measured against objectives. This stage provides feedback that can lead to policy revision
or termination. It is critical for ensuring that healthcare interventions are effective and
fiscally responsible.
2. According to the Kingdon Model, policy change is most likely to occur when which three
streams converge?
A. Stakeholders, Legislators, and Voters
,B. Economics, Ethics, and Education
C. Problems, Policies, and Politics
D. Regulation, Litigation, and Negotiation
Answer: C
Rationale: John Kingdon’s model suggests that a policy window opens when the problem
stream, policy stream, and politics stream align. The problem must be recognized, a viable
solution must exist, and the political climate must be receptive. Understanding this
convergence helps APNs strategically timing their advocacy efforts.
3. What is the primary function of a Political Action Committee (PAC) in the nursing
profession?
A. To provide continuing education units to members
B. To draft hospital-specific clinical protocols
C. To raise and distribute funds to candidates who support nursing issues
D. To serve as a legal defense fund for malpractice suits
Answer: C
Rationale: PACs are organized for the purpose of raising and spending money to elect and
defeat candidates. In nursing, they focus on supporting legislators who are sympathetic to
the nursing profession’s goals. This financial support is a key component of political
influence and legislative strategy.
, 4. Under Medicare Part B, services provided by an APRN are generally reimbursed at what
percentage of the physician fee schedule?
A. 50%
B. 100%
C. 65%
D. 85%
Answer: D
Rationale: The standard reimbursement rate for APRNs under Medicare Part B for
services not billed as ‘incident-to’ is 85% of the physician rate. This disparity is a significant
point of discussion in healthcare policy regarding pay equity. APNs must understand these
billing structures to manage the financial health of their practices.
5. Which term describes the process where an APN provides expertise to a legislator to help
draft a health-related bill?
A. Canvassing
B. Credentialing
C. Arbitration
D. Lobbying
Answer: D
