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Question: USA College of Nursing Dress Code
Answer:
Students will purchase the approved uniform from the University of South Alabama book
store. The uniform fits loosely and appropriately. Avoid a uniform that clings or is too tight.
Dress uniforms come to the knees. Pants are ankle length. All uniform and accessories must
comply with the clinical agency policy.
2. An official USA College of Nursing name badge is worn at all times in the clinical
setting unless otherwise instructed.
3. A USA student patch is sewn on the left sleeve of the uniform and lab coat. The name
badge should be placed on the upper left front of the uniform. The USA patch is only worn
when the student is in the student role and is the only identifying marker allowed on the
uniform (no monogram or additional patches).
4. Undergarments are to be worn and should not be visible through the uniform. Slips are
worn with dresses. Students must wear an unadorned solid white round-neck collarless
undershirt, long or short sleeved, under the scrub top.
5. No hats, caps, or other unapproved head coverings are allowed to be worn in the
clinical setting. Approved head coverings must align with the CON and clinical agency
uniform policies. FOOTWEAR: Solid brown, black, or white fluid impervious shoes are worn
with the uniform. Color is inclusive of the logo. If laces are worn, the laces must be the same
color as the shoe. Nursing shoes are preferred. Shoes with high tops, high heels, open toes, or
open backs are not approved. Brand names on shoes should be inconspicuous. Women wear
white hose when wearing dresses. No socks are to be worn over hose with dress uniforms.
Solid white, brown, or black crew socks or hose/compression hose must be worn at all times.
Color is inclusive of the logo. LAB COATS: The approved lab coat is worn over business or
professional attire (when deemed appropriate by the course
Question: What is the ANA?
Answer:
American Nurses Association
Question: ANA Code of Ethics 1
Answer:
The nurse practices with compassion and respect for inherent dignity, worth and unique
attributes of every person.
Question: ANA Code of Ethics 2
Answer:
The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family group,
community or population
,Question: ANA Code of Ethics 4
Answer:
The nurse has authority, accountability, and responsibility for nursing practice: makes
decisions; and takes action consistent with the obligation to promote health and to provide
optimal care.
Question: What the difference between the ANA Scope and Standards
of Care and the State Nurse Practice Acts
Answer:
Scope of practice refers to the professional activities defined under state law. The scope of
practice for nurses is determined by each state's nurse practice act. Standards of care set
minimum criteria for job proficiency.
Question: Principles of Delegation
Answer:
The transfer of responsibility for the performance of a task from one individual to another
while retaining accountability for the outcome The individual receiving the assignment is
responsible for the performance of the task The individual delegating the task retains
accountability for the outcome.
Question: What may be delegated to nursing assistive personnel
(NAP)? LPN
Answer:
Monitoring client findings as input to the RN's ongoing assessment Reinforcement of client
teaching from standard care plan Tracheostomy care Suctioning Checking nasogastric tube
patency and administration of enteral feedings Insertion of urinary catheter Medication
administration (IV meds?)
Question: What may be delegated to nursing assistive personnel
(NAP)? CNA
Answer:
Activities of daily lining (ADLs): Bathing, Grooming, Dressing, Toileting, Ambulating,
Feeding (without swallowing precautions), positioning, bedmaking Specimen collection
(non-sterile) Intake and output Vital signs (on stable clients)
Question: What is the difference between responsibility and
accountability?
Answer:
You can delegate responsibility You cannot delegate accountability to anyone
, Question: Responsible
Answer:
The individual receiving the assignment is for the performance of the task
Question: accountability
Answer:
The individual delegating the task retains for the outcome.
Question: The RN admits a client with a diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB).
Which type of transmission based isolation precautions will the nurse
correctly implement?
Answer:
Airborne
Question: Handwashing with soap and water is:
Answer:
necessary for hand hygiene if hands are visibly soiled.
Question: The clinical instructor understands the student nurse needs
further education regarding restraints when the student:
Answer:
carefully secures the restraint strap with a double knot for patient safety.
Question: Which nursing action demonstrates applying evidence into
nursing practice?
Answer:
Implementing hourly rounds during day shift and every 2 hours during the evening and night
shifts
Question: When the client is to be discharged, the RN may delegate
which activity to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP)?
Answer:
Gathering and securing the client's personal items and supplies for transport.
Question: USA College of Nursing Dress Code
Answer:
Students will purchase the approved uniform from the University of South Alabama book
store. The uniform fits loosely and appropriately. Avoid a uniform that clings or is too tight.
Dress uniforms come to the knees. Pants are ankle length. All uniform and accessories must
comply with the clinical agency policy.
2. An official USA College of Nursing name badge is worn at all times in the clinical
setting unless otherwise instructed.
3. A USA student patch is sewn on the left sleeve of the uniform and lab coat. The name
badge should be placed on the upper left front of the uniform. The USA patch is only worn
when the student is in the student role and is the only identifying marker allowed on the
uniform (no monogram or additional patches).
4. Undergarments are to be worn and should not be visible through the uniform. Slips are
worn with dresses. Students must wear an unadorned solid white round-neck collarless
undershirt, long or short sleeved, under the scrub top.
5. No hats, caps, or other unapproved head coverings are allowed to be worn in the
clinical setting. Approved head coverings must align with the CON and clinical agency
uniform policies. FOOTWEAR: Solid brown, black, or white fluid impervious shoes are worn
with the uniform. Color is inclusive of the logo. If laces are worn, the laces must be the same
color as the shoe. Nursing shoes are preferred. Shoes with high tops, high heels, open toes, or
open backs are not approved. Brand names on shoes should be inconspicuous. Women wear
white hose when wearing dresses. No socks are to be worn over hose with dress uniforms.
Solid white, brown, or black crew socks or hose/compression hose must be worn at all times.
Color is inclusive of the logo. LAB COATS: The approved lab coat is worn over business or
professional attire (when deemed appropriate by the course
Question: What is the ANA?
Answer:
American Nurses Association
Question: ANA Code of Ethics 1
Answer:
The nurse practices with compassion and respect for inherent dignity, worth and unique
attributes of every person.
Question: ANA Code of Ethics 2
Answer:
The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family group,
community or population
,Question: ANA Code of Ethics 4
Answer:
The nurse has authority, accountability, and responsibility for nursing practice: makes
decisions; and takes action consistent with the obligation to promote health and to provide
optimal care.
Question: What the difference between the ANA Scope and Standards
of Care and the State Nurse Practice Acts
Answer:
Scope of practice refers to the professional activities defined under state law. The scope of
practice for nurses is determined by each state's nurse practice act. Standards of care set
minimum criteria for job proficiency.
Question: Principles of Delegation
Answer:
The transfer of responsibility for the performance of a task from one individual to another
while retaining accountability for the outcome The individual receiving the assignment is
responsible for the performance of the task The individual delegating the task retains
accountability for the outcome.
Question: What may be delegated to nursing assistive personnel
(NAP)? LPN
Answer:
Monitoring client findings as input to the RN's ongoing assessment Reinforcement of client
teaching from standard care plan Tracheostomy care Suctioning Checking nasogastric tube
patency and administration of enteral feedings Insertion of urinary catheter Medication
administration (IV meds?)
Question: What may be delegated to nursing assistive personnel
(NAP)? CNA
Answer:
Activities of daily lining (ADLs): Bathing, Grooming, Dressing, Toileting, Ambulating,
Feeding (without swallowing precautions), positioning, bedmaking Specimen collection
(non-sterile) Intake and output Vital signs (on stable clients)
Question: What is the difference between responsibility and
accountability?
Answer:
You can delegate responsibility You cannot delegate accountability to anyone
, Question: Responsible
Answer:
The individual receiving the assignment is for the performance of the task
Question: accountability
Answer:
The individual delegating the task retains for the outcome.
Question: The RN admits a client with a diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB).
Which type of transmission based isolation precautions will the nurse
correctly implement?
Answer:
Airborne
Question: Handwashing with soap and water is:
Answer:
necessary for hand hygiene if hands are visibly soiled.
Question: The clinical instructor understands the student nurse needs
further education regarding restraints when the student:
Answer:
carefully secures the restraint strap with a double knot for patient safety.
Question: Which nursing action demonstrates applying evidence into
nursing practice?
Answer:
Implementing hourly rounds during day shift and every 2 hours during the evening and night
shifts
Question: When the client is to be discharged, the RN may delegate
which activity to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP)?
Answer:
Gathering and securing the client's personal items and supplies for transport.
