[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
NR 222 Exam 1 | Comprehensive
2026/2027 Exam Questions &
Answers | WCU Nursing Review with
Rationales
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
50 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 50 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales covering essential
nursing concepts. Each item pairs a board-style question with a concise explanation of the principles involved,
making it suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification study.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Nursing Accountability and Explores the principles of accountability and ethical standards
Ethics in nursing practice. 5 Qs 10.0%
Focuses on the contributions of significant nursing figures
Historical Figures in Nursing such as Florence Nightingale and Mary Agnes Snively. 5 Qs 10.0%
Nursing Education and Covers the importance of ongoing education and practice
Professional Development standards for nurses. 4 Qs 8.0%
Health Promotion and Disease Examines strategies for primary prevention and health
Prevention promotion in various populations. 4 Qs 8.0%
Addresses the importance of cultural sensitivity and
Cultural Competence in Nursing competence in providing nursing care. 4 Qs 8.0%
Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Discusses the legal responsibilities and regulations governing
Nursing nursing practices. 4 Qs 8.0%
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Healthcare Disparities and Investigation of disparities in healthcare access among
Access different populations. 4 Qs 8.0%
Focuses on the nurse's role in educating and advocating for
Patient Education and Advocacy patients' needs. 4 Qs 8.0%
Complementary and Alternative Explores the use of folk healing methods and alternative
Medicine therapies in patient care. 4 Qs 8.0%
Nursing Assessment and Covers the processes involved in patient assessment and the
Diagnosis formulation of nursing diagnoses. 4 Qs 8.0%
Care Planning and Focuses on the development and adjustment of care plans
Implementation based on patient needs. 4 Qs 8.0%
Discusses ethical dilemmas and principles such as
Ethics in Patient Care beneficence and veracity in nursing. 4 Qs 8.0%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 50 Qs 100.0%
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TOPIC 1: NURSING ACCOUNTABILITY AND ETHICS
5 Questions • 10.0% of Exam • Explores the principles of accountability and ethical standards in nursing practice.
QUESTION 1
Which of the following nursing situations best reflects accountability?
[a)] The nurse assesses the patient for the possible cause of his pain
[b)] The nurse takes the oncology nursing certification examination
[c)] The nurse files an incident report regarding a medication error.
[d)] An education seminar on "Eating for a healthy Heart"
Answer: C) The nurse files an incident report regarding a medication error.
Rationale: Filing an incident report for a medication error demonstrates accountability by acknowledging a deviation from
safe practice and initiating a process for learning and prevention. This action directly addresses professional responsibility
for patient safety and adherence to established protocols.
QUESTION 2
While providing care to patient, the nurse is responsible, both professionally and
legally. Which concept does this describe?
[a)] Accountability
[b)] Autonomy
[c)] Patient Advocacy
[d)] Patient Education
Answer: A) accountability.
Rationale: Accountability is the professional and legal responsibility for one's actions and decisions in patient
care. This concept directly addresses the nurse's obligation to be answerable for their practice.
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NR 222 Exam 1 | Comprehensive
2026/2027 Exam Questions &
Answers | WCU Nursing Review with
Rationales
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
50 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 50 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales covering essential
nursing concepts. Each item pairs a board-style question with a concise explanation of the principles involved,
making it suitable for exam preparation, course review, and certification study.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Nursing Accountability and Explores the principles of accountability and ethical standards
Ethics in nursing practice. 5 Qs 10.0%
Focuses on the contributions of significant nursing figures
Historical Figures in Nursing such as Florence Nightingale and Mary Agnes Snively. 5 Qs 10.0%
Nursing Education and Covers the importance of ongoing education and practice
Professional Development standards for nurses. 4 Qs 8.0%
Health Promotion and Disease Examines strategies for primary prevention and health
Prevention promotion in various populations. 4 Qs 8.0%
Addresses the importance of cultural sensitivity and
Cultural Competence in Nursing competence in providing nursing care. 4 Qs 8.0%
Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Discusses the legal responsibilities and regulations governing
Nursing nursing practices. 4 Qs 8.0%
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Healthcare Disparities and Investigation of disparities in healthcare access among
Access different populations. 4 Qs 8.0%
Focuses on the nurse's role in educating and advocating for
Patient Education and Advocacy patients' needs. 4 Qs 8.0%
Complementary and Alternative Explores the use of folk healing methods and alternative
Medicine therapies in patient care. 4 Qs 8.0%
Nursing Assessment and Covers the processes involved in patient assessment and the
Diagnosis formulation of nursing diagnoses. 4 Qs 8.0%
Care Planning and Focuses on the development and adjustment of care plans
Implementation based on patient needs. 4 Qs 8.0%
Discusses ethical dilemmas and principles such as
Ethics in Patient Care beneficence and veracity in nursing. 4 Qs 8.0%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 50 Qs 100.0%
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TOPIC 1: NURSING ACCOUNTABILITY AND ETHICS
5 Questions • 10.0% of Exam • Explores the principles of accountability and ethical standards in nursing practice.
QUESTION 1
Which of the following nursing situations best reflects accountability?
[a)] The nurse assesses the patient for the possible cause of his pain
[b)] The nurse takes the oncology nursing certification examination
[c)] The nurse files an incident report regarding a medication error.
[d)] An education seminar on "Eating for a healthy Heart"
Answer: C) The nurse files an incident report regarding a medication error.
Rationale: Filing an incident report for a medication error demonstrates accountability by acknowledging a deviation from
safe practice and initiating a process for learning and prevention. This action directly addresses professional responsibility
for patient safety and adherence to established protocols.
QUESTION 2
While providing care to patient, the nurse is responsible, both professionally and
legally. Which concept does this describe?
[a)] Accountability
[b)] Autonomy
[c)] Patient Advocacy
[d)] Patient Education
Answer: A) accountability.
Rationale: Accountability is the professional and legal responsibility for one's actions and decisions in patient
care. This concept directly addresses the nurse's obligation to be answerable for their practice.
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