NU 311 CLINICAL NURSING
SKILLS EXAM 1 SOUTH ALABAMA
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS.
GRADED A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Familiarize yourself with the USA College of Nursing Dress Code
What are the characteristics of a profession? ANSWER - Extensive education
Theoretical body of knowledge
Specific service
Autonomy in decision making
Code of ethics
What is the ANA? ANSWER - American Nurses Association
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 1 ANSWER - -Provision 1
...practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and
unique attribute of EVERY person
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 2 ANSWER - -Provision 2
The nurse's primary COMMITMENT TO THE PATIENT, whether an individual,
family, group, or population
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 4 ANSWER - -Provision 4
,The nurse has AUTHORITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND RESPONSIBILITY for
nursing practice; makes decisions; and takes action consistent with the
obligation to promote health and to PROVIDE optimal care
Know the difference between the ANA Scope and Standards of Care and the
State Nurse Practice Acts (SNPA) ANSWER - These are not laws but influence
policy development
SNPA-NURSING LICENSURE....It's the Law!
-Define the scope of practice within each state; protects public
-To practice nursing in the United States, RN candidates must pass the NCLEX-
RN exam
-Same exam in every state
-Regardless of educational preparation, the exam is the same
-Tests minimum knowledge base
Know the principles of delegation ANSWER - -The decision of whether or not to
delegate or assign is based upon the judgment concerning the condition of the
patient, the competency of the members of the nursing team, and the degree of
supervision that is required of the RN if a task is delegated.
-The RN delegates only those tasks for which she or he believes that the care
worker has the knowledge and skill to perform, taking into account training,
cultural competence, experience, and facility policy and procedures.
What may be delegated to nursing assistive personnel (NAP)? ANSWER - 1:
ADLs
2: non sterile specimen collection
3: I&O
4: vital signs
, What is the difference between responsibility and accountability? ANSWER -
The transfer of responsibility for the performance of a task from one individual
to another while retaining accountability for the outcome
-The individual receiving the assignment is responsible for the performance of
the task
-The individual delegating the task retains accountability for the outcome
You can delegate responsibility
You cannot delegate accountability to anyone
Throughout each chapter are guidelines for delegation and collaboration. Be sure
to review for each assigned chapter.
In most chapters of our book, you will find sections titled Evidence-Based
Practice, Patient-Centered Care, and Safety Guidelines. ALWAYS be familiar
with content in these sections!
Be familiar with EBP ANSWER - EBP is a problem-solving approach to clinical
practice that combines the best available evidence in combination with a
clinician's expertise, patient preferences and values, and available health care
resources in making decisions about patient care
Know how to recognize best evidence when reviewing research ANSWER - The
best evidence comes from well-designed, systematically conducted research
studies found in scientific journals. You must also use sources of evidence that
include quality improvement and risk management data, infection control data,
retrospective or concurrent chart review, and clinicians' expertise.
SKILLS EXAM 1 SOUTH ALABAMA
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS.
GRADED A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Familiarize yourself with the USA College of Nursing Dress Code
What are the characteristics of a profession? ANSWER - Extensive education
Theoretical body of knowledge
Specific service
Autonomy in decision making
Code of ethics
What is the ANA? ANSWER - American Nurses Association
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 1 ANSWER - -Provision 1
...practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and
unique attribute of EVERY person
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 2 ANSWER - -Provision 2
The nurse's primary COMMITMENT TO THE PATIENT, whether an individual,
family, group, or population
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 4 ANSWER - -Provision 4
,The nurse has AUTHORITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND RESPONSIBILITY for
nursing practice; makes decisions; and takes action consistent with the
obligation to promote health and to PROVIDE optimal care
Know the difference between the ANA Scope and Standards of Care and the
State Nurse Practice Acts (SNPA) ANSWER - These are not laws but influence
policy development
SNPA-NURSING LICENSURE....It's the Law!
-Define the scope of practice within each state; protects public
-To practice nursing in the United States, RN candidates must pass the NCLEX-
RN exam
-Same exam in every state
-Regardless of educational preparation, the exam is the same
-Tests minimum knowledge base
Know the principles of delegation ANSWER - -The decision of whether or not to
delegate or assign is based upon the judgment concerning the condition of the
patient, the competency of the members of the nursing team, and the degree of
supervision that is required of the RN if a task is delegated.
-The RN delegates only those tasks for which she or he believes that the care
worker has the knowledge and skill to perform, taking into account training,
cultural competence, experience, and facility policy and procedures.
What may be delegated to nursing assistive personnel (NAP)? ANSWER - 1:
ADLs
2: non sterile specimen collection
3: I&O
4: vital signs
, What is the difference between responsibility and accountability? ANSWER -
The transfer of responsibility for the performance of a task from one individual
to another while retaining accountability for the outcome
-The individual receiving the assignment is responsible for the performance of
the task
-The individual delegating the task retains accountability for the outcome
You can delegate responsibility
You cannot delegate accountability to anyone
Throughout each chapter are guidelines for delegation and collaboration. Be sure
to review for each assigned chapter.
In most chapters of our book, you will find sections titled Evidence-Based
Practice, Patient-Centered Care, and Safety Guidelines. ALWAYS be familiar
with content in these sections!
Be familiar with EBP ANSWER - EBP is a problem-solving approach to clinical
practice that combines the best available evidence in combination with a
clinician's expertise, patient preferences and values, and available health care
resources in making decisions about patient care
Know how to recognize best evidence when reviewing research ANSWER - The
best evidence comes from well-designed, systematically conducted research
studies found in scientific journals. You must also use sources of evidence that
include quality improvement and risk management data, infection control data,
retrospective or concurrent chart review, and clinicians' expertise.
