Fundamentals Final Exam Review Questions And Answers

Which organization can require nurses to take continuing education courses as a condition of licensure renewal? Select one: a. American Nurses Association b. National League for Nursing c. Sigma Theta Tau d. State Board of Nursing - ANS State Board of Nursing Which of the following best explains the importance of standards of practice? Select one: a. Nurses and other healthcare providers have the same standards of practice b. Standard of practice only apply to nurses who work in hospital settings. c. Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care d. Standards of practice differ among registered nurses because the roles are different based on the population they serve. - ANS Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care. Which of the following best describes the legal definition of a nurse? Assume all education programs are accredited. Select one: a. Graduate of a nursing education program and has passed the National Council Licensure Exam b. Person with advanced training and certified to administer medications in most healthcare settings c. Graduate licensed to practice in an acute care setting or a home care environment d. Graduate with advanced education licensed to practice under the direct supervision of a physician - ANS Graduate of a nursing education program and has passed the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) A patient who is being discharged asks the nurse, "Can I take you out for dinner to show my appreciation for all that you have done for me? I really like you." The nurse's best response is which of the following? Select one: a. "Yes, that would be nice. It is really great to be appreciated." b. "No, and please do not ask again. You should have been told that already." c. "Thank you; however, I have to refuse, even though the thought is appreciated." d. "We will have to wait 3 days after you have been discharged to have a relationship." - ANS Thank you; however, I have to refuse, even though the thought is appreciated. Which of the following concepts refers to conflicts that arise between two or more ethical principles in patient care scenarios? Select one: a. Nursing ethics b. Bioethics c. Ethical dilemma d. Moral distress - ANS Moral distress A mentally competent patient has an extremely low blood count and will likely die without a blood t