NURS 1110 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE
ANSWERS
Academic Education correct answer Courses students take for academic credit in
an institution of higher learning that typically lead to a degree or completion of
certificate program
Aesthetic Way of Knowing correct answer Being able to creativity think about
something
Autonomy correct answer - Focuses on the patient's right to make decisions
about the matters that impact the patient
- To do so, patients need complete and open information or informed consent
- Nurses are to provide information to better ensure that others inform the
patient and then to support the patient's decision
- Act as the patient's advocate and to respect the patient's choices
- Can discuss decision with the patient and ensure that the patient recognizes the
potential consequences of decisions
Beneficience correct answer - Doing something good and caring for the patient
- Encompasses more than just physical care
- Involves awareness of the patient's situation and needs
- Means doing no harm and safeguarding the patient or nonmaleficence
Beurocratic Leadership correct answer Leadership based upon fixed official duties
under a hierarchy of authority, applying a system of rules for management and
decision-making.
,Caregiver correct answer
Change Agent (Intrapreneur) correct answer - Healthcare delivery system
experiences constant change
- Requires risk and the ability to see change in a positive light
- Works with the inter professional team to plan, implement and evaluate the
change to assess the outcomes
Change correct answer - Change is a process that is driven by forces that motivate
a person or an organization to consider what needs altering
- Key is to be clear about this need and to understand the why before taking the
next steps
Collaborator correct answer - Cooperative effort that focuses on a win-win
strategy
- Depends on each individual recognizing the perspective of others who are
involved and eventually reach a consensus of common goals
- A nurse collaborates with other healthcare providers, members of the
community, government agencies and many other individuals and organizations
- Teamwork is a critical component of daily nursing practice
Confidentiality correct answer - Have to keep patient information confidential
except as required to communicate in the care process and with team members
- Patients have the right to determine who sees their information and this
decision must be honored
- Information can't be discussed in any place where it can be overheard
, Conflict Resolution correct answer - Requires leadership and participation from
team members
- When difficult issues or problems arise, it is best to deal with them rather than
postpone decisions
- Avoid threats or negativity with little positive feedback because they can lead to
conflict
- Open communication is key to resolution of conflict and it is key to prevent
conflict when possible
- Compromise is required, must be done in a manner that respects divergent
opinions and that does not use negativity or reduce self-esteem
Continuing Education correct answer Systematic professional learning designed to
augment knowledge, skills and attitudes
Core Competencies: Apply Quality Improvement correct answer - Identify errors
and hazards in care
- Understand and implement basic safety design principles
- Continually understand and measure quality of care in terms of structure,
process, and outcomes in relation to patient and community needs
- Design and test interventions to change processes and systems of care
Core Competencies: Employ Evidence-Based Practice correct answer - Integrate
best research with clinical expertise and patient values for optimal care
- Participate in learning and research activities to the extent feasible
ANSWERS
Academic Education correct answer Courses students take for academic credit in
an institution of higher learning that typically lead to a degree or completion of
certificate program
Aesthetic Way of Knowing correct answer Being able to creativity think about
something
Autonomy correct answer - Focuses on the patient's right to make decisions
about the matters that impact the patient
- To do so, patients need complete and open information or informed consent
- Nurses are to provide information to better ensure that others inform the
patient and then to support the patient's decision
- Act as the patient's advocate and to respect the patient's choices
- Can discuss decision with the patient and ensure that the patient recognizes the
potential consequences of decisions
Beneficience correct answer - Doing something good and caring for the patient
- Encompasses more than just physical care
- Involves awareness of the patient's situation and needs
- Means doing no harm and safeguarding the patient or nonmaleficence
Beurocratic Leadership correct answer Leadership based upon fixed official duties
under a hierarchy of authority, applying a system of rules for management and
decision-making.
,Caregiver correct answer
Change Agent (Intrapreneur) correct answer - Healthcare delivery system
experiences constant change
- Requires risk and the ability to see change in a positive light
- Works with the inter professional team to plan, implement and evaluate the
change to assess the outcomes
Change correct answer - Change is a process that is driven by forces that motivate
a person or an organization to consider what needs altering
- Key is to be clear about this need and to understand the why before taking the
next steps
Collaborator correct answer - Cooperative effort that focuses on a win-win
strategy
- Depends on each individual recognizing the perspective of others who are
involved and eventually reach a consensus of common goals
- A nurse collaborates with other healthcare providers, members of the
community, government agencies and many other individuals and organizations
- Teamwork is a critical component of daily nursing practice
Confidentiality correct answer - Have to keep patient information confidential
except as required to communicate in the care process and with team members
- Patients have the right to determine who sees their information and this
decision must be honored
- Information can't be discussed in any place where it can be overheard
, Conflict Resolution correct answer - Requires leadership and participation from
team members
- When difficult issues or problems arise, it is best to deal with them rather than
postpone decisions
- Avoid threats or negativity with little positive feedback because they can lead to
conflict
- Open communication is key to resolution of conflict and it is key to prevent
conflict when possible
- Compromise is required, must be done in a manner that respects divergent
opinions and that does not use negativity or reduce self-esteem
Continuing Education correct answer Systematic professional learning designed to
augment knowledge, skills and attitudes
Core Competencies: Apply Quality Improvement correct answer - Identify errors
and hazards in care
- Understand and implement basic safety design principles
- Continually understand and measure quality of care in terms of structure,
process, and outcomes in relation to patient and community needs
- Design and test interventions to change processes and systems of care
Core Competencies: Employ Evidence-Based Practice correct answer - Integrate
best research with clinical expertise and patient values for optimal care
- Participate in learning and research activities to the extent feasible
