1. A BSN-graduate nurse is prepping for the NCLEX-RN exam. The same
examination is used for both ADN and BSN graduates. On which subject should
this nurse allot the most study time?
A) Standardized content from the baccalaureate education
B) Minimum technical competencies of direct client care
C) Content approved by the American Nurses Association (ANA)
D) All subjects to achieve a higher score than do ADNs
2. The ADN student is considering whether to achieve a BSN before entry into
professional nursing. Which point is the best reason for seeking a BSN over an
ADN?
A) The BSN is more technically focused.
B) The BSN allows autonomous functioning in the community.
C) The BSN is more cost-effective.
D) The BSN has full support of all interested parties.
3. A nurse is meeting with a committee of state legislators to discuss raising the
education level for entry to BSN. Which potential outcome should this nurse
stress in discussion with this committee?
A) Is likely to improve the job performance of all current ADNs
B) Is likely to have a short-term effect of reducing the current nursing shortage
C) May increase recruitment to and retention in the field in the long run
D) May destabilize the nursing workforce due to increased job satisfaction for ADNs
4. Why are many in the nursing profession working toward making the BSN the
new entry level into nursing?
A) To increase the workforce
B) To increase employment opportunities
C) To enhance the quality of care
D) To increase pay and benefits
5. An ADN student is concerned about the future if the BSN becomes the new entry
level for nurses. Which legal protection should the student work to have included
in any new legislation?
A) Allowed continued practice as a nurse
B) Mandate only BSN can supervise
C) Recognize this is just a necessary legal definition
D) Provide financial aid for earning BSN
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, 6. An ADN student is considering what may happen if the educational requirements
to practice are raised. The student is concerned about the cost, time, and
struggling with family responsibilities. Which step should the student take to
ensure any needed change can be met by ADN-licensed nurses?
A) Is already occurring with adequate assistant resources
B) Will be relatively inexpensive as currently demonstrated
C) Will require development of alternate pathways
D) Additional classes will be online and easily accessible
7. A BSN graduate is questioned by a family member as to why he chose the BSN
route instead of the ADN. Which response best describes this graduate's reason?
A) To match the entry level of other health care professions
B) To eliminate the different pay scales
C) To improve client understanding of nurse's ability
D) To improve employment opportunities
8. A nurse understands that Mildred Montag is given credit for defining the
associate degree nursing program. Which point best describes Montag's view?
A) Preparation for beginning practitioners who would provide direct, safe nursing care
B) Preparation of advanced nurses capable of the independent judgment and autonomy
C) Preparation of registered nurses who could function safely in a variety of health
care settings
D) Preparation of broadly educated registered nurses with an understanding of various
issues affecting clients and health care delivery
9. The ADN graduate was surprised to learn that the ANA published a paper in 1965
detailing their position on the entry level of nursing. What did the nurse learn
about the ANA's position?
A) The education of all those who are licensed to practice nursing should take place in
institutions of higher education.
B) Minimum preparation for beginning professional nursing practice should be the
associate degree in nursing.
C) Minimum preparation for beginning technical practice should be the baccalaureate
degree in nursing.
D) There was no need for assistant nurses in the health care occupations.
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examination is used for both ADN and BSN graduates. On which subject should
this nurse allot the most study time?
A) Standardized content from the baccalaureate education
B) Minimum technical competencies of direct client care
C) Content approved by the American Nurses Association (ANA)
D) All subjects to achieve a higher score than do ADNs
2. The ADN student is considering whether to achieve a BSN before entry into
professional nursing. Which point is the best reason for seeking a BSN over an
ADN?
A) The BSN is more technically focused.
B) The BSN allows autonomous functioning in the community.
C) The BSN is more cost-effective.
D) The BSN has full support of all interested parties.
3. A nurse is meeting with a committee of state legislators to discuss raising the
education level for entry to BSN. Which potential outcome should this nurse
stress in discussion with this committee?
A) Is likely to improve the job performance of all current ADNs
B) Is likely to have a short-term effect of reducing the current nursing shortage
C) May increase recruitment to and retention in the field in the long run
D) May destabilize the nursing workforce due to increased job satisfaction for ADNs
4. Why are many in the nursing profession working toward making the BSN the
new entry level into nursing?
A) To increase the workforce
B) To increase employment opportunities
C) To enhance the quality of care
D) To increase pay and benefits
5. An ADN student is concerned about the future if the BSN becomes the new entry
level for nurses. Which legal protection should the student work to have included
in any new legislation?
A) Allowed continued practice as a nurse
B) Mandate only BSN can supervise
C) Recognize this is just a necessary legal definition
D) Provide financial aid for earning BSN
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, 6. An ADN student is considering what may happen if the educational requirements
to practice are raised. The student is concerned about the cost, time, and
struggling with family responsibilities. Which step should the student take to
ensure any needed change can be met by ADN-licensed nurses?
A) Is already occurring with adequate assistant resources
B) Will be relatively inexpensive as currently demonstrated
C) Will require development of alternate pathways
D) Additional classes will be online and easily accessible
7. A BSN graduate is questioned by a family member as to why he chose the BSN
route instead of the ADN. Which response best describes this graduate's reason?
A) To match the entry level of other health care professions
B) To eliminate the different pay scales
C) To improve client understanding of nurse's ability
D) To improve employment opportunities
8. A nurse understands that Mildred Montag is given credit for defining the
associate degree nursing program. Which point best describes Montag's view?
A) Preparation for beginning practitioners who would provide direct, safe nursing care
B) Preparation of advanced nurses capable of the independent judgment and autonomy
C) Preparation of registered nurses who could function safely in a variety of health
care settings
D) Preparation of broadly educated registered nurses with an understanding of various
issues affecting clients and health care delivery
9. The ADN graduate was surprised to learn that the ANA published a paper in 1965
detailing their position on the entry level of nursing. What did the nurse learn
about the ANA's position?
A) The education of all those who are licensed to practice nursing should take place in
institutions of higher education.
B) Minimum preparation for beginning professional nursing practice should be the
associate degree in nursing.
C) Minimum preparation for beginning technical practice should be the baccalaureate
degree in nursing.
D) There was no need for assistant nurses in the health care occupations.
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