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Chapter 1: The Vista of Nursing Burton Smith: Fundamentals of Nursing Care Concepts, Connections & Skills, 4th Edition-Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE Select the best choice that answers the question listed… 1. An LPN nursing student is reviewing requirements related to nurse practice acts. Which statement provides the most accurate description of individual state nurse practice acts? 1. Nurse practice acts are regulated by the federal government. 2. Nurse practice acts have identical role regulations for LPNs and RNs. 3. Differences exist between scope of practice and/or educational requirements. 4. State governments provide the content for each nurse practice act. 2. Which priority information should the nurse review in the state nurse practice act in order to deliver care within the scope of practice? 1. Verify educational background. 2. Confirm length of licensure. 3. Review principles of delegation. 4. Note members of the board of nursing (BON). 3. A nurse is discussing how evidence-based practice (EBP) can help improve delivery of care to patients. Which statement best describes EBP? 1. EBP requires that the nurse use government databases to obtain information. 2. EBP focuses on long-term results to improve outcomes. 3. EBP research does not have to be peer reviewed. 4. EBP establishes a methodological approach to improve outcomes. 4. The LPN/LVN nurse is interested in being able to function as an advanced nurse practitioner. Which educational plan best describes a pathway to advanced nursing practice? 1. Working in a long-term facility while going back to school to get a diploma in BSN program 2. Continuing to work in an acute care facility and applying to a PVN to ADN program 3. Applying to a university to a BSN program after one year of clinical practice 4. Continuing to work as an LPN/LVN for a few years and then reassess interest 5. A student nurse is reviewing characteristics associated with the nursing profession. Which option best represents Watson’s theory of nursing as it relates to nursing characteristics? 1. Individualization of care 2. Coordinating care 3. Integration of information 4. Admit one’s mistakes 6. A student nurse is being evaluated by a nursing instructor. Which situation warrants immediate action? 1. The student nurse has come back from a break a few minutes late. 2. The student nurse is asking the patient when family members will arrive. 3. The student nurse forgot to bring a stethoscope to clinical. 4. The student nurse is using a personal cell phone while in the clinical environment. 7. Which statement best addresses the core concepts of QSEN as they relate to knowledge, skills, and attitude (KSA)? 1. Awareness of cultural diversity leads to bias. 2. Coordination of care is based on effective communication. 3. Quality care is based on patient preference. 4. Application of generalized nursing care plans leads to improved practice. 8. A student nurse is looking to incorporate cultural diversity in the plan of care for a group of patients. Which nursing theorist should the student nurse research? 1. Imogene King 2. Madeleine Leininger 3. Jean Watson 4. Betty Neuman 9. A student nurse is preparing to sit for National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing. Which statement indicates that additional teaching is needed as it relates to NCLEX-PN? 1. The test includes a clinical component. 2. The test is delivered online. 3. Results of the test are shared with each state board of nursing. 4. The test is based on a specific detailed test plan. 10. A high school graduate plans to attend a one-plus-one program. How should this student explain the program, to her friends? 1. “I can have my LPN courses applied to a baccalaureate degree.” 2. “My courses from the LPN program will be placed toward an associate degree.” 3. “I can apply to a master of science in nursing degree program after two years.” 4. “I’ll become an LPN first and then take another year of classes while I work as a nurse.” 11. A licensed practical nurse (LPN) has applied and completed an associate degree program in nursing and passed RN licensure. Which statement indicates that additional information is needed as it relates to graduate studies in nursing? 1. The nurse will not have to take additional licensure exams in nursing. 2. The nurse needs to continue completing professional education activities. 3. The nurse can continue to work while pursuing graduate studies. 4. The nurse does not have to submit paperwork related to licensure. 12. While providing medications, a nurse realizes that an incorrect dose was given to a patient. Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when reporting the error to the manager? 1. Being caring 2. Being honest 3. Being organized 4. Being responsible 13. A nurse notes that a patient’s blood pressure has dropped. The patient has nausea, dizziness, and abdominal pain. Which characteristic does the nurse demonstrate when the health-care provider (HCP) is notified of the patient’s condition? 1. Being caring 2. Being honest 3. Being organized 4. Being responsible 14. A nurse provides care and meets the needs of a patient until the patient is able to resume self-care. Which nursing theory is this nurse implementing? 1. Levine 2. Johnson 3. Neuman 4. Henderson 15. A nurse is working with a patient who is considered to be a high fall risk. Which priority action should the nurse implement? 1. Secure a bed alarm. 2. Assist the patient to the bathroom as needed. 3. Place the call bell in reach. 4. Place one side rail while the patient is in bed. 16. A nurse reviews a new medication prescribed for a patient and contacts the pharmacy to ask questions about the prescribed dose and route. Which behavior does the nurse demonstrate in this situation? 1. Safety 2. Quality 3. Teamwork 4. Collaboration Multiple Response Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question. 17. A manager reviews the organizational policy about unprofessional conduct. Which actions should the manager describe that would lead to revoking or suspending a nursing license? Select all that apply. 1. Accidentally causing a skin tear on a frail elderly patient 2. Conduct that violates the nurse practice act 3. Documenting patient care at the end of the shift 4. The use of drugs or alcohol while on duty 5. Failure to supervise nursing assistants and unlicensed assistive personnel 18. The Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) project was established to equip the next generation of nurses to help make needed changes in health care. Which are included in the six prelicensure knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs) for nursing and graduate students? Select all that apply.

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TEST BANK
SOLUTIONS
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING CARE CONCEPTS, CONNECTIONS &
SKILLS 4TH EDITION


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, [Table of Contents]

Chapter 1, The Vista of Nursing -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3

Chapter 2, Health-Care Delivery, Settings, and Economics-------------------------------------------------------------------22

Chapter 3, Ethics, Law, and Delegation in Nursing-----------------------------------------------------------------------------44

Chapter 4, The Nursing Process: Critical Thinking, Decision Making, and Clinical

Judgment-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------66

Chapter 5, Documentation-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------100

Chapter 6, Communication and Relationships------------------------------------------------------------------------------118

Chapter 7, Promoting Health and Wellness---------------------------------------------------------------------------------133

Chapter 8, Ethnic, Cultural, and Spiritual Aspects of Care ---------------------------------------------------------------152

Chapter 9, Growth and Development Throughout the Life Span---------------------------------------------------------172

Chapter 10 Loss, Grief, and Dying----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------192

Chapter 11, Complementary and Alternative Medicine----------------------------------------------------------------------214

Chapter 12. Patient Teaching-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------237

Chapter 13, Safety-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------259

Chapter 14, Medical Asepsis and Infection Control-------------------------------------------------------------------------281

Chapter 15, Personal Care------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------303

Chapter 16, Moving and Positioning Patients--------------------------------------------------------------------------------323

Chapter 17,Vital Signs----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------347

Chapter 18, Applying Heat and Cold Therapies----------------------------------------------------------------------------364

Chapter 19, Pain Management, Rest, and Restorative Sleep--------------------------------------------------------------388

Chapter 20, Admission, Transfer, and Discharge---------------------------------------------------------------------------410

Chapter 21, Physical Assessment-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------434

Chapter 22, Surgical Asepsis---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------455

Chapter 23, Nutrition----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------476

Chapter 24, Nutritional Care and Support ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------498

Chapter 25, Diagnostic Tests--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------521

Chapter 26,Wound Care-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------543

Chapter 27, Musculoskeletal Care--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------566

Chapter 28, Respiratory Care-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------590


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,Chapter 29, Fluids, Electrolytes, and Introduction to Acid–Base Balance---------------------------------------------612

Chapter 30, Bowel Elimination and Care-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------633

Chapter 31, Urinary Elimination and Care-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------654

Chapter 32, Care of Elderly Patients------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------677

Chapter 33, Care of the Surgical Patient------------------------------------------------------------------------------------699

Chapter 34, Phlebotomy and Blood Specimens----------------------------------------------------------------------------723

Chapter 35, Researching and Preparing Medications--------------------------------------------------------------------745

Chapter 36, Administering Oral, Topical, and Mucosal Medications--------------------------------------------------766

Chapter 37, Administering Intradermal, Subcutaneous, and Intramuscular Injections-----------------------------788

Chapter 38 Intravenous Therapy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------808




TEST BANK SOLUTIONS TRINITY TEST BANKS-BURTON SMITH 4TH ED.

, Chapter 1: The Vista of Nursing

Burton Smith: Fundamentals of Nursing Care Concepts, Connections & Skills, 4 th Edition-Test Bank




MULTIPLE CHOICE

Select the best choice that answers the question listed…


1. An LPN nursing student is reviewing requirements related to nurse practice acts. Which statement provides the
most accurate description of individual state nurse practice acts?

1. Nurse practice acts are regulated by the federal government.

2. Nurse practice acts have identical role regulations for LPNs and RNs.

3. Differences exist between scope of practice and/or educational requirements.

4. State governments provide the content for each nurse practice act.

2. Which priority information should the nurse review in the state nurse practice act in order to deliver care

within the scope of practice?

1. Verify educational background.

2. Confirm length of licensure.

3. Review principles of delegation.

4. Note members of the board of nursing (BON).

3. A nurse is discussing how evidence-based practice (EBP) can help improve delivery of care to patients.

Which statement best describes EBP?

1. EBP requires that the nurse use government databases to obtain information.

2. EBP focuses on long-term results to improve outcomes.

3. EBP research does not have to be peer reviewed.

4. EBP establishes a methodological approach to improve outcomes.

4. The LPN/LVN nurse is interested in being able to function as an advanced nurse practitioner. Which educational
plan best describes a pathway to advanced nursing practice?

1. Working in a long-term facility while going back to school to get a diploma in BSN program

2. Continuing to work in an acute care facility and applying to a PVN to ADN program

3. Applying to a university to a BSN program after one year of clinical practice

4. Continuing to work as an LPN/LVN for a few years and then reassess interest
TEST BANK SOLUTIONS TRINITY TEST BANKS-BURTON SMITH 4TH ED.

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