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 nurse is caring for several clients at the beginning of the shift.
Which action best demonstrates accountability as a professional
nurse?
A. Delegating all routine care to assistive personnel
B. Reporting a medication error promptly and completing the
required documentation
C. Avoiding discussion of mistakes to protect the unit's
reputation
D. Waiting until the end of the shift to notify the provider of an
error
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability requires nurses to accept responsibility for their
actions, disclose errors promptly, initiate appropriate
interventions to reduce harm, and complete required reporting.
Prompt reporting supports patient safety and quality
improvement. Delegation does not eliminate accountability,
concealing errors is unethical, and delaying notification may
place the client at risk.
Question 2
,A newly licensed nurse asks why evidence-based practice is
important. Which response by the charge nurse is most
appropriate?
A. "It ensures that every client receives identical care."
B. "It combines the best available evidence, clinical expertise,
and client preferences to guide care."
C. "It replaces clinical judgment with standardized protocols."
D. "It eliminates the need for continuing education."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current research evidence,
clinical expertise, and the client's values and preferences to
support safe, effective care. Individualized care remains
essential. Clinical judgment continues to play a central role, and
nurses must participate in lifelong learning to maintain
competency.
Question 3
A nurse is admitting a client who speaks limited English. Which
action best promotes safe and effective communication?
A. Ask a family member to interpret all medical information.
B. Speak loudly and slowly using medical terminology.
C. Use a qualified medical interpreter to facilitate
, communication.
D. Delay education until the client learns English.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Qualified medical interpreters help ensure accurate
communication, informed consent, and client understanding.
Family members may unintentionally omit or alter information.
Speaking louder does not improve comprehension, and
delaying education may compromise safe care.
Question 4
A nursing student asks about one characteristic that
distinguishes a profession from an occupation. Which response
by the instructor is most accurate?
A. Professionals perform only technical skills.
B. Professional practice is guided by ethical standards and
specialized knowledge.
C. Professionals do not require continuing education.
D. Professional roles remain unchanged throughout a career.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A profession is characterized by a specialized body of
knowledge, ethical practice, accountability, standards of care,
and commitment to lifelong learning. Technical skills alone do
12TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)PATRICIA A. POTTER;
ANNE G. PERRY; PATRICIA A.
STOCKERT; AMY HALL; WENDY
R. OSTENDORF
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A nurse is caring for several clients at the beginning of the shift.
Which action best demonstrates accountability as a professional
nurse?
A. Delegating all routine care to assistive personnel
B. Reporting a medication error promptly and completing the
required documentation
C. Avoiding discussion of mistakes to protect the unit's
reputation
D. Waiting until the end of the shift to notify the provider of an
error
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Accountability requires nurses to accept responsibility for their
actions, disclose errors promptly, initiate appropriate
interventions to reduce harm, and complete required reporting.
Prompt reporting supports patient safety and quality
improvement. Delegation does not eliminate accountability,
concealing errors is unethical, and delaying notification may
place the client at risk.
Question 2
,A newly licensed nurse asks why evidence-based practice is
important. Which response by the charge nurse is most
appropriate?
A. "It ensures that every client receives identical care."
B. "It combines the best available evidence, clinical expertise,
and client preferences to guide care."
C. "It replaces clinical judgment with standardized protocols."
D. "It eliminates the need for continuing education."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Evidence-based practice integrates current research evidence,
clinical expertise, and the client's values and preferences to
support safe, effective care. Individualized care remains
essential. Clinical judgment continues to play a central role, and
nurses must participate in lifelong learning to maintain
competency.
Question 3
A nurse is admitting a client who speaks limited English. Which
action best promotes safe and effective communication?
A. Ask a family member to interpret all medical information.
B. Speak loudly and slowly using medical terminology.
C. Use a qualified medical interpreter to facilitate
, communication.
D. Delay education until the client learns English.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Qualified medical interpreters help ensure accurate
communication, informed consent, and client understanding.
Family members may unintentionally omit or alter information.
Speaking louder does not improve comprehension, and
delaying education may compromise safe care.
Question 4
A nursing student asks about one characteristic that
distinguishes a profession from an occupation. Which response
by the instructor is most accurate?
A. Professionals perform only technical skills.
B. Professional practice is guided by ethical standards and
specialized knowledge.
C. Professionals do not require continuing education.
D. Professional roles remain unchanged throughout a career.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
A profession is characterized by a specialized body of
knowledge, ethical practice, accountability, standards of care,
and commitment to lifelong learning. Technical skills alone do
