Fundamentals of Nursing, Ninth Edition - Taylor: Chapter One Questions with Correct Answers

Which nursing group provides a definition and scope of practice for nursing? A.) International Council of Nurses (ICN) B.) American Academy of Neurology (AAN) C.) American Nurses Association (ANA) D.) The Joint Commission Correct Answer C.) American Nurses Association (ANA) pg. 11 The registered nurse (RN) working with a licensed practical nurse (LPN) understands which about LPNs? A.) They must take a licensure exam. B.) They may work independently. C.) They have a higher degree than most RNs. D.) The program is 4 years in length. Correct Answer A.) They must take a licensure exam. p. 13-14 The nurse going back to school for nurse midwifery can trace education for nurse midwifery to which nursing leader? A.) Mary Breckinridge B.) Sojourner Truth C.) Lavinia Dock D.) Margaret Sanger Correct Answer A.) Mary Breckinridge p. 9 Which scenario is the best example of a nurse in the role of counselor? A.) A nurse allowing a crying client to verbalize fears of death B.) A nurse telling a client the side effects of a medication C.) A nurse providing the physician a client's test results D.) A nurse ensuring that a client has follow-up care at a free clinic Correct Answer A.) A nurse allowing a crying client to verbalize fears of death pg. 11 A nurse identifies a client's health care needs and devises a plan of care to meet those needs. Which guideline is being followed in this case? A.) Nursing standards B.) Nursing orders C.) Nurse practice acts D.) Nursing process Correct Answer D.) Nursing process pg. 19