NSG 6006 PRE-SPECIALITY EVALUATION EXAM LATEST

NSG 6006 PRE-SPECIALITY
EVALUATION EXAM LATEST
Course
NSG 6006 (NSG6006)
Question 1
Which statement best describes advanced practice nursing (APN)?
A. Performing basic nursing tasks under supervision
B. Applying advanced clinical knowledge and skills to improve patient outcomes
C. Managing only administrative nursing responsibilities
D. Providing care without using evidence-based practice
Correct Answer: B. Applying advanced clinical knowledge and skills to improve patient
outcomes
Complete Solution
Advanced practice nursing involves expanded nursing competencies, advanced education,
clinical expertise, and evidence-based decision-making to improve outcomes for individuals,
families, communities, and populations.
APNs commonly include:
 Nurse practitioners (NPs)
 Certified nurse-midwives (CNMs)
 Certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs)
 Clinical nurse specialists (CNSs)


Question 2
Which competency is considered central to all advanced practice nursing roles?
A. Direct clinical practice
B. Hospital administration
C. Financial management
D. Medical billing
Correct Answer: A. Direct clinical practice
Complete Solution

,Direct clinical practice is the foundation of APN practice regardless of specialty role. APNs use
advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical decision-making skills to provide
patient-centered care.


Question 3
A graduate nursing student uses research findings, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to
guide care decisions. This demonstrates:
A. Delegation
B. Evidence-based practice
C. Credentialing
D. Case management
Correct Answer: B. Evidence-based practice
Complete Solution
Evidence-based practice (EBP) integrates:
1. Best available research evidence
2. Clinical expertise
3. Patient values and preferences
EBP improves quality, safety, and effectiveness of healthcare delivery.


Question 4
Which level of evidence provides the strongest support for clinical practice recommendations?
A. Expert opinion
B. Case reports
C. Systematic review or meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
D. Qualitative interviews
Correct Answer: C. Systematic review or meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Complete Solution
Evidence hierarchy generally ranks:
Level I
 Systematic reviews

,  Meta-analyses
 Evidence-based clinical guidelines based on RCTs
Higher levels provide stronger evidence for practice changes.


Question 5
Which nurse leader developed the Change Theory model consisting of unfreezing, changing, and
refreezing?
A. Kurt Lewin
B. Florence Nightingale
C. Jean Watson
D. Patricia Benner
Correct Answer: A. Kurt Lewin
Complete Solution
Lewin’s Change Theory includes three phases:
1. Unfreezing – preparing individuals for change
2. Changing – implementing the new process
3. Refreezing – maintaining the change as standard practice
This model is frequently used in healthcare improvement projects.


Question 6
The primary purpose of a nursing theory is to:
A. Replace clinical judgment
B. Provide a framework for understanding nursing practice
C. Eliminate evidence-based research
D. Establish hospital financial policies
Correct Answer: B. Provide a framework for understanding nursing practice
Complete Solution
Nursing theories:
 Define nursing concepts

,  Guide clinical practice
 Support research
 Explain relationships between nursing phenomena
They provide a foundation for professional nursing knowledge.


Question 7
Which organization primarily regulates the scope of nursing practice through laws and
regulations?
A. State boards of nursing
B. Hospital cafeterias
C. Insurance companies
D. Pharmaceutical companies
Correct Answer: A. State boards of nursing
Complete Solution
Scope of practice is determined by:
 State nurse practice acts
 State boards of nursing regulations
 Professional standards
Requirements vary by state.


Question 8
A nurse practitioner advocates for legislation improving access to healthcare services. Which
APN competency is demonstrated?
A. Policy advocacy
B. Technical skill performance
C. Medication administration
D. Basic nursing care
Correct Answer: A. Policy advocacy
Complete Solution
APNs influence healthcare through: