Test Bank for Fundamentals of Nursing: Active
Learning for Collaborative Practice 3rd Edition By
Barbara L. Yoost and Lynne R. Crawford
, Chapter 01: Nursing, Theory, and Professional Practice
Yoost & Crawford: Fundamentals of Nursing: Active Learning for Collaborative
Practice, 3rd Edition
Multiple Choice Questions
1. A group of nursing students are discussing the impact of non-nursing theories in clinical practice. Which theory
should they prioritize for patient care?
A. Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory
B. Paul’s Critical-Thinking Theory
C. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
D. Rosenstock’s Health Belief Model
Answer: C
Rationale: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs focuses on physiological and psychological factors affecting health, helping
nurses prioritize patient care. Erikson’s theory relates to psychosocial development, Rosenstock’s model addresses health
behavior, and Paul’s theory focuses on critical thinking.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
2. A nursing student is reviewing nursing history. Florence Nightingale is credited with which definition of nursing?
A. The imbalance between patient and environment affects health.
B. Nursing focuses on interpersonal processes between nurse and patient.
C. The nurse assists the patient in achieving independence.
D. Human beings and environments interact in continuous energy fields.
Answer: A
Rationale: Florence Nightingale’s theory emphasized environmental factors (e.g., clean air, water, and sanitation) that
impact health. Peplau’s theory (B) focuses on interpersonal relationships, Henderson’s theory (C) centers on patient
independence, and Rogers’ theory (D) describes human energy fields.
Category: Health Promotion and Maintenance
Concepts: Health Promotion
,3. Which nurse established the American Red Cross during the Civil War?
A. Dorothea Dix
B. Linda Richards
C. Lena Higbee
D. Clara Barton
Answer: D
Rationale: Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. Dorothea Dix led the U.S. Sanitary Commission, Linda
Richards was America’s first trained nurse, and Lena Higbee was the superintendent of the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps.
Category: Health Promotion and Maintenance
Concepts: Professionalism
4. Which organization added safety as a sixth essential nursing competency?
A. Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
B. Institute of Medicine (IOM)
C. American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
D. National League for Nursing (NLN)
Answer: A
Rationale: The IOM’s five core competencies include patient-centered care, teamwork, evidence-based practice,
quality improvement, and informatics. QSEN added safety as a sixth competency.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
5. When hiring new graduate nurses, the nurse manager recognizes they will not be considered “competent” until
they:
A. Graduate and pass the NCLEX.
B. Have worked for 2 to 3 years.
C. Complete their final year of nursing school.
D. Are officially hired.
Answer: B
,Rationale: Benner’s model identifies five levels of proficiency: novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, and
expert. New nurses reach competence after 2–3 years of experience.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
6. A prospective nursing student wants to conduct research at the university level. Which degree is most
appropriate?
A. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
B. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
C. Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
D. Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)
Answer: D
Rationale: A PhD in Nursing prepares nurses for academic research and teaching. The DNP focuses on clinical
practice, while ADN and BSN degrees do not qualify for independent research roles.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
7. A hospital is seeking Magnet status. Which organization should the nurse manager contact?
A. American Nurses Association (ANA)
B. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
C. National League for Nursing (NLN)
D. Joint Commission
Answer: B
Rationale: The ANCC awards Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing. The ANA sets nursing standards, the NLN
oversees nursing education, and the Joint Commission accredits healthcare facilities.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
8. A nurse is attending to a patient who declines two units of packed red blood cells. Upon informing the healthcare
provider about the patient’s decision, the nurse is fulfilling which role?
Learning for Collaborative Practice 3rd Edition By
Barbara L. Yoost and Lynne R. Crawford
, Chapter 01: Nursing, Theory, and Professional Practice
Yoost & Crawford: Fundamentals of Nursing: Active Learning for Collaborative
Practice, 3rd Edition
Multiple Choice Questions
1. A group of nursing students are discussing the impact of non-nursing theories in clinical practice. Which theory
should they prioritize for patient care?
A. Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory
B. Paul’s Critical-Thinking Theory
C. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
D. Rosenstock’s Health Belief Model
Answer: C
Rationale: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs focuses on physiological and psychological factors affecting health, helping
nurses prioritize patient care. Erikson’s theory relates to psychosocial development, Rosenstock’s model addresses health
behavior, and Paul’s theory focuses on critical thinking.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
2. A nursing student is reviewing nursing history. Florence Nightingale is credited with which definition of nursing?
A. The imbalance between patient and environment affects health.
B. Nursing focuses on interpersonal processes between nurse and patient.
C. The nurse assists the patient in achieving independence.
D. Human beings and environments interact in continuous energy fields.
Answer: A
Rationale: Florence Nightingale’s theory emphasized environmental factors (e.g., clean air, water, and sanitation) that
impact health. Peplau’s theory (B) focuses on interpersonal relationships, Henderson’s theory (C) centers on patient
independence, and Rogers’ theory (D) describes human energy fields.
Category: Health Promotion and Maintenance
Concepts: Health Promotion
,3. Which nurse established the American Red Cross during the Civil War?
A. Dorothea Dix
B. Linda Richards
C. Lena Higbee
D. Clara Barton
Answer: D
Rationale: Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. Dorothea Dix led the U.S. Sanitary Commission, Linda
Richards was America’s first trained nurse, and Lena Higbee was the superintendent of the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps.
Category: Health Promotion and Maintenance
Concepts: Professionalism
4. Which organization added safety as a sixth essential nursing competency?
A. Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
B. Institute of Medicine (IOM)
C. American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
D. National League for Nursing (NLN)
Answer: A
Rationale: The IOM’s five core competencies include patient-centered care, teamwork, evidence-based practice,
quality improvement, and informatics. QSEN added safety as a sixth competency.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
5. When hiring new graduate nurses, the nurse manager recognizes they will not be considered “competent” until
they:
A. Graduate and pass the NCLEX.
B. Have worked for 2 to 3 years.
C. Complete their final year of nursing school.
D. Are officially hired.
Answer: B
,Rationale: Benner’s model identifies five levels of proficiency: novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, and
expert. New nurses reach competence after 2–3 years of experience.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
6. A prospective nursing student wants to conduct research at the university level. Which degree is most
appropriate?
A. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
B. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
C. Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
D. Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)
Answer: D
Rationale: A PhD in Nursing prepares nurses for academic research and teaching. The DNP focuses on clinical
practice, while ADN and BSN degrees do not qualify for independent research roles.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
7. A hospital is seeking Magnet status. Which organization should the nurse manager contact?
A. American Nurses Association (ANA)
B. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
C. National League for Nursing (NLN)
D. Joint Commission
Answer: B
Rationale: The ANCC awards Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing. The ANA sets nursing standards, the NLN
oversees nursing education, and the Joint Commission accredits healthcare facilities.
Category: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care
Concepts: Care Coordination
8. A nurse is attending to a patient who declines two units of packed red blood cells. Upon informing the healthcare
provider about the patient’s decision, the nurse is fulfilling which role?
