Professional Final Exam
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A few minutes after the nurse has given an intradermal injection to a patient who
is undergoing skin testing for allergies, the patient complains about feeling
anxious, short of breath, and dizzy. Which of the actions included in the
emergency protocol should the nurse take first?
A) Start O2 at 4L/min NC
B) Obtain IV access with a large bore catheter
C) Administer epinephrine (Adrenalin) 0.3 mL SQ
D) Give albuterol (Proventil) 2.5 mg via nebulizer correct answer ans: c
A healthcare provider whose native country is India is explaining the treatment
plan to a patient. The patient tells the nurse she is having trouble understanding
the provider but is embarrassed about asking to repeat the information over and
over. The nurse should assess for which results due to this disparity in provider-
patient communication?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Patient dissatisfaction
b. Optimal health outcome
c. Poor adherence
d. Increased patient confidence
e. Improved communication correct answer ans: a,c
,A hospital is experiencing a drop in patient admissions, resulting in the
implementation of a hiring freeze. What is a potential critical consequence of this
internal organizational decision?
a. A decrease in the availability of future nurses to hire
b. A savings of salaries and benefits
c. Increased scholarships to nursing students from the local high school
d. Increased cross-training of current staff correct answer ans: a
A hospital organization is applying for Magnet© status to show excellence in
nursing practice. What components would indicate that the hospital is meeting
Magnet© principles?
(Select all that apply.)
a. The education budget for nursing has been cut to provide for new laboratory
equipment.
b. On average, 40% of new nurses are leaving within 1 year of hire.
c. Nurses are active participants on all major hospital committees.
d. Quality improvement projects are planned and evaluated by nurses.
e. Patient care outcome data are reported in the annual executive board meeting.
correct answer ans: c,d
A hospital organization is working to improve a feeling of being valued and
respected among all staff members. Which action by administration would
reinforce the feeling of being valued?
, a. Create professional pathways that require advanced education for any
advancement of staff.
b. Seek staff input when planning a remodeling project of patient rooms.
c. Form committees that consist of upper management to plan organizational
goals.
d. Consistently schedule required staff meetings at the same time each month.
correct answer ans: b
A leader exhibiting the attribute of change is best portrayed by which of the
following descriptions?
a. The leader tells the staff that they must comply with the new program to be
implemented.
b. The leader communicates the vision and goals of the organization and how the
departmental goals will serve these goals.
c. The leader develops goals for the department that will promote the
department at the cost of other departments' goals.
d. The annual plan for the department is not changed, so the department will not
have additional work. correct answer ans: b
A new nurse manager is reviewing the attributes of a health care organization.
Which of the following attributes would be expected for a health care
organization?
Select all that apply.
a. Providing care for underserved minority patients
b. Providing transportation to work sites
Questions with Accurate
Answers
A few minutes after the nurse has given an intradermal injection to a patient who
is undergoing skin testing for allergies, the patient complains about feeling
anxious, short of breath, and dizzy. Which of the actions included in the
emergency protocol should the nurse take first?
A) Start O2 at 4L/min NC
B) Obtain IV access with a large bore catheter
C) Administer epinephrine (Adrenalin) 0.3 mL SQ
D) Give albuterol (Proventil) 2.5 mg via nebulizer correct answer ans: c
A healthcare provider whose native country is India is explaining the treatment
plan to a patient. The patient tells the nurse she is having trouble understanding
the provider but is embarrassed about asking to repeat the information over and
over. The nurse should assess for which results due to this disparity in provider-
patient communication?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Patient dissatisfaction
b. Optimal health outcome
c. Poor adherence
d. Increased patient confidence
e. Improved communication correct answer ans: a,c
,A hospital is experiencing a drop in patient admissions, resulting in the
implementation of a hiring freeze. What is a potential critical consequence of this
internal organizational decision?
a. A decrease in the availability of future nurses to hire
b. A savings of salaries and benefits
c. Increased scholarships to nursing students from the local high school
d. Increased cross-training of current staff correct answer ans: a
A hospital organization is applying for Magnet© status to show excellence in
nursing practice. What components would indicate that the hospital is meeting
Magnet© principles?
(Select all that apply.)
a. The education budget for nursing has been cut to provide for new laboratory
equipment.
b. On average, 40% of new nurses are leaving within 1 year of hire.
c. Nurses are active participants on all major hospital committees.
d. Quality improvement projects are planned and evaluated by nurses.
e. Patient care outcome data are reported in the annual executive board meeting.
correct answer ans: c,d
A hospital organization is working to improve a feeling of being valued and
respected among all staff members. Which action by administration would
reinforce the feeling of being valued?
, a. Create professional pathways that require advanced education for any
advancement of staff.
b. Seek staff input when planning a remodeling project of patient rooms.
c. Form committees that consist of upper management to plan organizational
goals.
d. Consistently schedule required staff meetings at the same time each month.
correct answer ans: b
A leader exhibiting the attribute of change is best portrayed by which of the
following descriptions?
a. The leader tells the staff that they must comply with the new program to be
implemented.
b. The leader communicates the vision and goals of the organization and how the
departmental goals will serve these goals.
c. The leader develops goals for the department that will promote the
department at the cost of other departments' goals.
d. The annual plan for the department is not changed, so the department will not
have additional work. correct answer ans: b
A new nurse manager is reviewing the attributes of a health care organization.
Which of the following attributes would be expected for a health care
organization?
Select all that apply.
a. Providing care for underserved minority patients
b. Providing transportation to work sites
