NRP 508
Health Policy & Role of the APN
FINAL EXAM REVIEW
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,1. Multiple Choice: What is the primary goal of national health
policy?
a) To ensure access to healthcare for all citizens
b) To promote pharmaceutical companies
c) To regulate hospital pricing
d) To support medical research
Correct Answer: a) To ensure access to healthcare for all
citizens
Rationale: The main objective of national health policy is to
provide equitable access to healthcare services for all segments of
the population, ensuring that everyone can receive adequate
medical care regardless of their economic status.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The ________ model of care emphasizes a
holistic approach to health care, where patients are viewed as whole
persons.
Correct Answer: Biopsychosocial
Rationale: The biopsychosocial model of care considers
biological, psychological, and social factors in the assessment and
treatment of patients, promoting a more comprehensive approach
to healthcare.
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, 3. True/False: Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) are not
authorized to prescribe medications.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: APNs, depending on their scope of practice and
regional regulations, often have the authority to prescribe
medications as part of their role in providing comprehensive
healthcare.
4. Multiple Response: Which of the following are roles of the
Advanced Practice Nurse? (Select all that apply)
a) Diagnosing health issues
b) Conducting research
c) Policy advocacy
d) Medical billing
Correct Answers: a) Diagnosing health issues, b) Conducting
research, c) Policy advocacy
Rationale: APNs have a wide range of responsibilities, including
diagnosing health issues, engaging in research to improve
healthcare practices, and advocating for policies that enhance
patient care. Medical billing is typically not a direct responsibility of
APNs.
5. Multiple Choice: In health policy, the term 'cost-containment'
refers to:
©UOP 2024/2025
Health Policy & Role of the APN
FINAL EXAM REVIEW
©UOP 2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: What is the primary goal of national health
policy?
a) To ensure access to healthcare for all citizens
b) To promote pharmaceutical companies
c) To regulate hospital pricing
d) To support medical research
Correct Answer: a) To ensure access to healthcare for all
citizens
Rationale: The main objective of national health policy is to
provide equitable access to healthcare services for all segments of
the population, ensuring that everyone can receive adequate
medical care regardless of their economic status.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The ________ model of care emphasizes a
holistic approach to health care, where patients are viewed as whole
persons.
Correct Answer: Biopsychosocial
Rationale: The biopsychosocial model of care considers
biological, psychological, and social factors in the assessment and
treatment of patients, promoting a more comprehensive approach
to healthcare.
©UOP 2024/2025
, 3. True/False: Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) are not
authorized to prescribe medications.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: APNs, depending on their scope of practice and
regional regulations, often have the authority to prescribe
medications as part of their role in providing comprehensive
healthcare.
4. Multiple Response: Which of the following are roles of the
Advanced Practice Nurse? (Select all that apply)
a) Diagnosing health issues
b) Conducting research
c) Policy advocacy
d) Medical billing
Correct Answers: a) Diagnosing health issues, b) Conducting
research, c) Policy advocacy
Rationale: APNs have a wide range of responsibilities, including
diagnosing health issues, engaging in research to improve
healthcare practices, and advocating for policies that enhance
patient care. Medical billing is typically not a direct responsibility of
APNs.
5. Multiple Choice: In health policy, the term 'cost-containment'
refers to:
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