TEST BANK- Contemporary Nursing, 10th
Edition Issues, Trends, & Management by
Barbara Cherry & Susan R. Jacob||
Complete Verified Chapters 1-29||
GRADED A+
1. Which of the following best describes evidence-based practice (EBP)
in nursing?
a. Making decisions based solely on clinical experience
b. Following hospital policy without question
c. Integrating clinical expertise with the best available research and
patient preferences
d. Using only research findings in care decisions
Rationale: EBP combines clinical expertise, research evidence, and
patient preferences to optimize care outcomes.
2. Which nursing role focuses primarily on coordinating care and
advocating for patient needs within the healthcare system?
a. Clinical nurse specialist
b. Nurse case manager
c. Nurse educator
d. Nurse researcher
Rationale: Nurse case managers oversee patient care coordination and
ensure resources and care are efficiently used.
,3. The primary purpose of nursing theory is to:
a. Provide rigid rules for nursing practice
b. Standardize medical interventions
c. Guide practice, research, and education in nursing
d. Replace evidence-based practice
Rationale: Nursing theories provide a framework for practice and
research, improving patient care and education.
4. Which of the following is a key component of professional nursing
values?
a. Personal preference
b. Political alignment
c. Altruism, autonomy, human dignity, integrity, and social justice
d. Financial gain
Rationale: Nursing values focus on ethical principles that guide
professional conduct and patient care.
5. Which organization is responsible for establishing standards for
nursing education and practice in the U.S.?
a. FDA
b. CDC
c. ANA
d. NLN
Rationale: The National League for Nursing (NLN) sets educational
standards; the ANA focuses on professional standards and advocacy.
6. The best description of patient-centered care is:
a. Focus on disease management
b. Care that respects and responds to individual patient preferences,
,needs, and values
c. Following hospital routines regardless of patient input
d. Prioritizing technology over human interaction
Rationale: Patient-centered care prioritizes patient values and active
participation in care decisions.
7. Which nursing action demonstrates cultural competence?
a. Ignoring patient beliefs to speed care
b. Using the same teaching method for all patients
c. Respecting cultural differences and incorporating them into care
d. Avoiding discussion of cultural issues
Rationale: Cultural competence involves understanding and respecting
patient diversity in healthcare delivery.
8. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) primarily aims to:
a. Reduce nursing salaries
b. Limit hospital admissions
c. Increase access to healthcare and improve quality
d. Standardize nursing education
Rationale: The ACA improves access to care, enhances quality, and
reduces healthcare costs.
9. Which of the following is an example of primary prevention?
a. Administering insulin to a diabetic patient
b. Rehabilitation after stroke
c. Providing immunizations to healthy children
d. Screening for breast cancer
Rationale: Primary prevention prevents disease before it occurs, such as
through immunizations or health education.
, 10. Delegation in nursing is defined as:
a. Transferring accountability to another nurse
b. Transferring responsibility for performing a task while retaining
accountability
c. Ignoring patient care duties
d. Performing all tasks personally
Rationale: Nurses delegate tasks to others but remain accountable for
overall patient care outcomes.
11. Which type of nursing research focuses on understanding patients’
experiences and perceptions?
a. Quantitative research
b. Experimental research
c. Qualitative research
d. Clinical trial research
Rationale: Qualitative research explores subjective experiences,
meanings, and perceptions of patients.
12. The Magnet Recognition Program primarily recognizes hospitals
for:
a. High patient volumes
b. Low costs
c. Nursing excellence and quality patient care
d. Advanced technology
Rationale: Magnet hospitals are recognized for outstanding nursing
practices and work environments.
13. Which leadership style involves shared decision-making and
collaboration with staff?
Edition Issues, Trends, & Management by
Barbara Cherry & Susan R. Jacob||
Complete Verified Chapters 1-29||
GRADED A+
1. Which of the following best describes evidence-based practice (EBP)
in nursing?
a. Making decisions based solely on clinical experience
b. Following hospital policy without question
c. Integrating clinical expertise with the best available research and
patient preferences
d. Using only research findings in care decisions
Rationale: EBP combines clinical expertise, research evidence, and
patient preferences to optimize care outcomes.
2. Which nursing role focuses primarily on coordinating care and
advocating for patient needs within the healthcare system?
a. Clinical nurse specialist
b. Nurse case manager
c. Nurse educator
d. Nurse researcher
Rationale: Nurse case managers oversee patient care coordination and
ensure resources and care are efficiently used.
,3. The primary purpose of nursing theory is to:
a. Provide rigid rules for nursing practice
b. Standardize medical interventions
c. Guide practice, research, and education in nursing
d. Replace evidence-based practice
Rationale: Nursing theories provide a framework for practice and
research, improving patient care and education.
4. Which of the following is a key component of professional nursing
values?
a. Personal preference
b. Political alignment
c. Altruism, autonomy, human dignity, integrity, and social justice
d. Financial gain
Rationale: Nursing values focus on ethical principles that guide
professional conduct and patient care.
5. Which organization is responsible for establishing standards for
nursing education and practice in the U.S.?
a. FDA
b. CDC
c. ANA
d. NLN
Rationale: The National League for Nursing (NLN) sets educational
standards; the ANA focuses on professional standards and advocacy.
6. The best description of patient-centered care is:
a. Focus on disease management
b. Care that respects and responds to individual patient preferences,
,needs, and values
c. Following hospital routines regardless of patient input
d. Prioritizing technology over human interaction
Rationale: Patient-centered care prioritizes patient values and active
participation in care decisions.
7. Which nursing action demonstrates cultural competence?
a. Ignoring patient beliefs to speed care
b. Using the same teaching method for all patients
c. Respecting cultural differences and incorporating them into care
d. Avoiding discussion of cultural issues
Rationale: Cultural competence involves understanding and respecting
patient diversity in healthcare delivery.
8. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) primarily aims to:
a. Reduce nursing salaries
b. Limit hospital admissions
c. Increase access to healthcare and improve quality
d. Standardize nursing education
Rationale: The ACA improves access to care, enhances quality, and
reduces healthcare costs.
9. Which of the following is an example of primary prevention?
a. Administering insulin to a diabetic patient
b. Rehabilitation after stroke
c. Providing immunizations to healthy children
d. Screening for breast cancer
Rationale: Primary prevention prevents disease before it occurs, such as
through immunizations or health education.
, 10. Delegation in nursing is defined as:
a. Transferring accountability to another nurse
b. Transferring responsibility for performing a task while retaining
accountability
c. Ignoring patient care duties
d. Performing all tasks personally
Rationale: Nurses delegate tasks to others but remain accountable for
overall patient care outcomes.
11. Which type of nursing research focuses on understanding patients’
experiences and perceptions?
a. Quantitative research
b. Experimental research
c. Qualitative research
d. Clinical trial research
Rationale: Qualitative research explores subjective experiences,
meanings, and perceptions of patients.
12. The Magnet Recognition Program primarily recognizes hospitals
for:
a. High patient volumes
b. Low costs
c. Nursing excellence and quality patient care
d. Advanced technology
Rationale: Magnet hospitals are recognized for outstanding nursing
practices and work environments.
13. Which leadership style involves shared decision-making and
collaboration with staff?
