NUR 240 Exam 1 Study Guide 2026 | Complete Review |
Graded A+
1. What is the definition of ethical reasoning in the context of nursing?
Ethical reasoning is the systematic process of thinking through
actions based on ethical principles.
Ethical reasoning is the process of following hospital protocols without
question.
Ethical reasoning is the evaluation of patient outcomes based solely
on clinical data.
Ethical reasoning is the ability to make quick decisions without
considering ethical implications.
2. Battery is a/an:
Statement one expects to prove true
Injury resulting from the activity of a health care professional
Intentional act intended to make another person fearful
Intentional nonconsensual touching
3. In a situation where a nurse faces a conflict between patient wishes and
ethical codes, what should the nurse prioritize according to ethical
principles?
The nurse should prioritize hospital policies over patient needs.
The nurse should prioritize the ethical obligations to clients while
considering professional standards.
The nurse should consult with administrative staff before making any
decisions.
, The nurse should always follow the patient's wishes regardless of
ethical codes.
4. What is case management?
When a nurse educates a patient on their diagnosis upon discharge
A multidisciplinary effort to improve the quality and cost of care for
patients suffering chronic diseases
When case, or care, managers are advocates who help patients
understand their current health status, what they can do about it,
and why treatments are important
When insurance companies evaluate a patient's case to determine if
they will cover the treatments recommended
5. Describe the role of ethical principles in guiding nursing practice.
Ethical principles guide nursing practice by providing a framework
for making decisions that respect patient rights and promote well-
being.
Ethical principles dictate the specific medical treatments a nurse must
provide.
Ethical principles are irrelevant to nursing practice and focus only on
legal issues.
Ethical principles are solely concerned with the financial aspects of
healthcare.
6. In nursing ethics, what is the primary focus of the principle of justice?
Informed consent
Patient autonomy
Equitable distribution of benefits
, Confidentiality
7. Which of the following statements best defines ethics?
Ethics is the study of right and wrong behaviour.
Ethics is the study of problems associated with the practice of nursing.
Ethics is a way of understanding moral issues, norms, and practices.
Ethics is a response to a situation or similar situations.
8. The nurse allows the delegate to clarify without fear of repercussion. Which
of the following five rights of delegation is being demonstrated?
Right supervision/evaluation
Right person
Right circumstance
Right task
Right direction/communication
9. Describe the role of patient education in the management of specific medical
conditions by nurses.
Patient education focuses solely on medication instructions.
Patient education is only important for chronic conditions.
Patient education is optional and not necessary for condition
management.
Patient education is crucial as it empowers patients to understand
their conditions and adhere to care plans.
, 10. In a scenario where a nurse delegates a task to a nursing assistant, what must
the nurse ensure to maintain accountability?
That the task is not documented in the patient's record.
That the nursing assistant completes the task without supervision.
That the nursing assistant is qualified and understands the task.
That the nursing assistant has no prior experience.
11. Which of the following statements accurately defines case management?
A role and process that focuses on procuring, negotiating, and
coordinating the care, services and resources needed by individuals
with complex issues throughout an episode or continuum
A process of care delivery that aims at managing the clinical services
needed by patients, ensuring appropriate resource utilization,
enhancing the quality of care, and facilitating cost-effective patient
care outcomes
A collaborative process that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates,
monitors, and evaluates the options and services required to meet an
individual's health needs, using communication and available
resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes
All of the above
12. Which populations are identified as experiencing health disparities?
Minority populations, the uninsured, those living in poverty,
immigrants, refugees, and members of the LGBTQIA community.
Individuals with chronic illnesses and the elderly.
Wealthy individuals and those with private insurance.
Only the uninsured and immigrants.
Graded A+
1. What is the definition of ethical reasoning in the context of nursing?
Ethical reasoning is the systematic process of thinking through
actions based on ethical principles.
Ethical reasoning is the process of following hospital protocols without
question.
Ethical reasoning is the evaluation of patient outcomes based solely
on clinical data.
Ethical reasoning is the ability to make quick decisions without
considering ethical implications.
2. Battery is a/an:
Statement one expects to prove true
Injury resulting from the activity of a health care professional
Intentional act intended to make another person fearful
Intentional nonconsensual touching
3. In a situation where a nurse faces a conflict between patient wishes and
ethical codes, what should the nurse prioritize according to ethical
principles?
The nurse should prioritize hospital policies over patient needs.
The nurse should prioritize the ethical obligations to clients while
considering professional standards.
The nurse should consult with administrative staff before making any
decisions.
, The nurse should always follow the patient's wishes regardless of
ethical codes.
4. What is case management?
When a nurse educates a patient on their diagnosis upon discharge
A multidisciplinary effort to improve the quality and cost of care for
patients suffering chronic diseases
When case, or care, managers are advocates who help patients
understand their current health status, what they can do about it,
and why treatments are important
When insurance companies evaluate a patient's case to determine if
they will cover the treatments recommended
5. Describe the role of ethical principles in guiding nursing practice.
Ethical principles guide nursing practice by providing a framework
for making decisions that respect patient rights and promote well-
being.
Ethical principles dictate the specific medical treatments a nurse must
provide.
Ethical principles are irrelevant to nursing practice and focus only on
legal issues.
Ethical principles are solely concerned with the financial aspects of
healthcare.
6. In nursing ethics, what is the primary focus of the principle of justice?
Informed consent
Patient autonomy
Equitable distribution of benefits
, Confidentiality
7. Which of the following statements best defines ethics?
Ethics is the study of right and wrong behaviour.
Ethics is the study of problems associated with the practice of nursing.
Ethics is a way of understanding moral issues, norms, and practices.
Ethics is a response to a situation or similar situations.
8. The nurse allows the delegate to clarify without fear of repercussion. Which
of the following five rights of delegation is being demonstrated?
Right supervision/evaluation
Right person
Right circumstance
Right task
Right direction/communication
9. Describe the role of patient education in the management of specific medical
conditions by nurses.
Patient education focuses solely on medication instructions.
Patient education is only important for chronic conditions.
Patient education is optional and not necessary for condition
management.
Patient education is crucial as it empowers patients to understand
their conditions and adhere to care plans.
, 10. In a scenario where a nurse delegates a task to a nursing assistant, what must
the nurse ensure to maintain accountability?
That the task is not documented in the patient's record.
That the nursing assistant completes the task without supervision.
That the nursing assistant is qualified and understands the task.
That the nursing assistant has no prior experience.
11. Which of the following statements accurately defines case management?
A role and process that focuses on procuring, negotiating, and
coordinating the care, services and resources needed by individuals
with complex issues throughout an episode or continuum
A process of care delivery that aims at managing the clinical services
needed by patients, ensuring appropriate resource utilization,
enhancing the quality of care, and facilitating cost-effective patient
care outcomes
A collaborative process that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates,
monitors, and evaluates the options and services required to meet an
individual's health needs, using communication and available
resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes
All of the above
12. Which populations are identified as experiencing health disparities?
Minority populations, the uninsured, those living in poverty,
immigrants, refugees, and members of the LGBTQIA community.
Individuals with chronic illnesses and the elderly.
Wealthy individuals and those with private insurance.
Only the uninsured and immigrants.
