NS 115 Final Exam Questions With
Verified Answers
Evidence-Based Practice Definition - ANSWER an integration of the best
evidence available, nursing expertise and the values and preferences of the
individuals, families, and communities.
Steps of Evidence-Based Practice - ANSWER 1. Ask a question
2. Collect the best and relevant evidence
3. Critically appraise the evidence you gather
4. Integrate all evidence with one's clinical expertise.
5. Apply the evidence found
6. Share the outcomes with others
Steps of Research Process - ANSWER 1. Idenify the problem
2. Study design
3. Conducting the study
4. Data Analysis
5. Recommend further research
PICOT - ANSWER P-Population
I-Intervention
C-Comparison
O-Outcome
T-Time
Level of Evidence - ANSWER 1- Systematic Review (highest)
2- Randomized Control Trial
3- Quasi Experimental
4- Case control cohort study
5- Qualitative Studies
6- Expert opinion (always lowest)
Quantitative Research - ANSWER Descriptive, Correlational, Quasi-
Experimental, Experimental
Qualitative Research - ANSWER Phenomenological, Grounded theory,
Ethnographic, Exploratory, Historical (Interviews/focus groups/narratives)
, Institute of Medicine (IOM) - ANSWER IOM reports help regulators,
policymakers, and healthcare providers in making informed decisions about
health care
Concept of Professionalism - ANSWER The assimilation of nursing skills and
knowledge integrated with dignity and respect for all human beings,
incorporating the assumptions and values of the profession while maintaining
accountability and self awareness
Characteristics of a Profession - ANSWER -systematic body of knowledge that
provides a framework for professions practice
-standardized, formal higher education
-commitment to providing a service that benefits individuals and the community
-maintenance of unique role that recognizes autonomy, responsibility and
accountability
-Control of practice responsibility through standards and code of ethics
-commitment to members of profession through a professional organizations
Standards of Practice - ANSWER Competent level of nursing care.
Demonstrated through critical thinking model (nursing process)
1. Establishing professional & caring relationships
2. Using evidence-based interventions
3. Providing ethical holistic care across life span to diverse groups
Nurse Practice Act - ANSWER Rules and regulations of nursing enforced by
each state
National League of Nursing - ANSWER First nursing organization in the United
State; the premier organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing
education
State Board of Nursing - ANSWER Exam required to pass to revise RN licensure
American Nurses Association - ANSWER ANA advances the nursing profession
by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting a safe and ethical
work environment, bolstering the health and wellness of nurses, and advocating
on health care issues that affect nurses and the public. ANA is at the forefront of
improving the quality of health care for all.
ACEN Accreditation of Education of Nurses - ANSWER Accredits all types of
nursing education programs including master's, baccalaureate, associate's and
diploma
International Council of Nurses - ANSWER ICN advances nursing, nurses and
health through its policies, partnerships, advocacy, leadership development,
networks, congresses and special projects.
Verified Answers
Evidence-Based Practice Definition - ANSWER an integration of the best
evidence available, nursing expertise and the values and preferences of the
individuals, families, and communities.
Steps of Evidence-Based Practice - ANSWER 1. Ask a question
2. Collect the best and relevant evidence
3. Critically appraise the evidence you gather
4. Integrate all evidence with one's clinical expertise.
5. Apply the evidence found
6. Share the outcomes with others
Steps of Research Process - ANSWER 1. Idenify the problem
2. Study design
3. Conducting the study
4. Data Analysis
5. Recommend further research
PICOT - ANSWER P-Population
I-Intervention
C-Comparison
O-Outcome
T-Time
Level of Evidence - ANSWER 1- Systematic Review (highest)
2- Randomized Control Trial
3- Quasi Experimental
4- Case control cohort study
5- Qualitative Studies
6- Expert opinion (always lowest)
Quantitative Research - ANSWER Descriptive, Correlational, Quasi-
Experimental, Experimental
Qualitative Research - ANSWER Phenomenological, Grounded theory,
Ethnographic, Exploratory, Historical (Interviews/focus groups/narratives)
, Institute of Medicine (IOM) - ANSWER IOM reports help regulators,
policymakers, and healthcare providers in making informed decisions about
health care
Concept of Professionalism - ANSWER The assimilation of nursing skills and
knowledge integrated with dignity and respect for all human beings,
incorporating the assumptions and values of the profession while maintaining
accountability and self awareness
Characteristics of a Profession - ANSWER -systematic body of knowledge that
provides a framework for professions practice
-standardized, formal higher education
-commitment to providing a service that benefits individuals and the community
-maintenance of unique role that recognizes autonomy, responsibility and
accountability
-Control of practice responsibility through standards and code of ethics
-commitment to members of profession through a professional organizations
Standards of Practice - ANSWER Competent level of nursing care.
Demonstrated through critical thinking model (nursing process)
1. Establishing professional & caring relationships
2. Using evidence-based interventions
3. Providing ethical holistic care across life span to diverse groups
Nurse Practice Act - ANSWER Rules and regulations of nursing enforced by
each state
National League of Nursing - ANSWER First nursing organization in the United
State; the premier organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing
education
State Board of Nursing - ANSWER Exam required to pass to revise RN licensure
American Nurses Association - ANSWER ANA advances the nursing profession
by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting a safe and ethical
work environment, bolstering the health and wellness of nurses, and advocating
on health care issues that affect nurses and the public. ANA is at the forefront of
improving the quality of health care for all.
ACEN Accreditation of Education of Nurses - ANSWER Accredits all types of
nursing education programs including master's, baccalaureate, associate's and
diploma
International Council of Nurses - ANSWER ICN advances nursing, nurses and
health through its policies, partnerships, advocacy, leadership development,
networks, congresses and special projects.
