NURS 705 CLINICAL INQUIRY I PRACTICE EXAM MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY — DNP PROGRAM 2026/2027 COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.

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NURS 706 — CLINICAL INQUIRY II — PRACTICE EXAM
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY — DNP PROGRAM 2026/2027
COMPLETE (100) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
NURS
Prepare for the NURS 706 Exam – Maryville University with a focused study resource
designed to reinforce key concepts from Clinical Inquiry II. It supports review of
clinical project implementation, data collection, research concepts, data
management, data analysis methods, and interpretation of project findings. Use the
practice material to strengthen evidence-based reasoning, analytical skills, and
application of research concepts to clinical practice. This resource is best suited for
Maryville University NURS 706 students, DNP learners, and graduate nursing students
preparing for Clinical Inquiry II assessments.



MULIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: CLINICAL INQUIRY AND PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
(Questions 1–20)
Question 1:
What is the primary focus of NURS 706 — Clinical Inquiry II?
A) Designing an evidence-based research study
B) Implementing the clinical project and completing data collection
C) Disseminating research findings through written and oral delivery
D) Analyzing organizational leadership theories
Answer: B) Implementing the clinical project and completing data
collection
Rationale: NURS 706 is designed for students to implement their clinical
project and complete data collection. Students apply integrated research
concepts pertaining to their clinical project and explore various methods
of data analysis and data management systems.

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Question 2:
Which of the following is a prerequisite for NURS 706?
A) NURS 700
B) NURS 704
C) NURS 705
D) NURS 708
Answer: C) NURS 705
Rationale: The prerequisite for NURS 706 is NURS 705 — Clinical Inquiry I.
In NURS 705, students design an evidence-based research study and
write a proposal.


Question 3:
What must be completed prior to the start of NURS 706?
A) The literature review
B) Complete project data
C) The IRB application
D) The final project presentation
Answer: B) Complete project data
Rationale: Complete project data is needed prior to the start of this
course. Students must have their data collected before they can begin the
analysis phase in NURS 706.


Question 4:
Which step is critical when selecting an evidence-based intervention for a
clinical project? (Select all that apply)
A) Assessing the quality of evidence
B) Evaluating feasibility in the practice setting
C) Determining relevance to the patient population
D) Choosing the intervention with the lowest cost
Answer: A, B, and C

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Rationale: When selecting an evidence-based intervention, it is critical to
assess the quality of evidence, evaluate feasibility in the practice setting,
and determine relevance to the patient population. Cost is a
consideration but should not be the sole determining factor.


Question 5:
A DNP student is implementing a hospital-wide protocol to reduce
postoperative delirium. Baseline data show high variability in assessment
documentation. Which intervention best ensures fidelity and reliability?
A) Standardized delirium assessment tools with staff training and competency
validation
B) Relying on nurses' clinical judgment without documentation
C) Posting guidelines on unit bulletin boards only
D) Auditing documentation quarterly without feedback
Answer: A) Standardized delirium assessment tools with staff training and
competency validation
Rationale: Standardized tools combined with training and competency
checks improve assessment reliability and intervention fidelity. This
approach addresses the variability in documentation and ensures
consistent application of the protocol.


Question 6:
A capstone project aims to reduce central line-associated bloodstream
infections (CLABSIs). Which system-level intervention is most likely to have
sustained impact?
A) Bundle of evidence-based insertion practices integrated into electronic
workflows and checklists
B) Posting hand hygiene reminders in break rooms
C) One-time staff education session
D) Random audits without feedback
Answer: A) Bundle of evidence-based insertion practices integrated into
electronic workflows and checklists

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Rationale: Integration into workflows and use of checklists standardizes
practice and sustains improvement. System-level interventions that are
embedded into daily practice are more likely to have lasting impact than
passive strategies like posting reminders or one-time education.


Question 7:
During capstone project planning, a DNP student identifies high staff turnover
as a barrier to sustaining a pressure ulcer prevention program. Which strategy
most effectively enhances sustainability?
A) Develop a short-term training module for current staff
B) Embed protocols into the electronic documentation system with automatic
reminders
C) Assign only experienced nurses to high-risk patients
D) Increase financial incentives for staff adherence
Answer: B) Embed protocols into the electronic documentation system
with automatic reminders
Rationale: Embedding interventions into workflow and documentation
ensures continuity regardless of staff turnover, supporting sustainability.
This system-level approach is more durable than relying on individual
staff training or incentives.


Question 8:
When implementing a new policy in a healthcare organization, which of the
following is most important for successful adoption?
A) Engaging frontline staff in the implementation process
B) Mandating compliance without explanation
C) Implementing the policy without training
D) Ignoring staff feedback
Answer: A) Engaging frontline staff in the implementation process
Rationale: Engaging frontline staff in the implementation process is
critical for successful adoption. Staff buy-in and participation improve