DAVIS ADVANTAGE FOR
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
CARE
CONCEPTS, CONNECTIONS &
SKILLS
4TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)MARTI BURTON;
DAVID SMITH
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A nursing student asks why understanding the history of nursing
is important. Which response by the instructor is most
appropriate?
A. It helps nurses memorize historical dates for licensure
examinations.
B. It explains how past events continue to influence professional
nursing practice and patient care.
C. It eliminates the need to study current evidence-based
practice.
D. It is only useful for nurses pursuing graduate education.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Understanding nursing history helps nurses appreciate how the
profession evolved, recognize the impact of past leaders and
healthcare reforms, and understand current professional
standards and patient-centered care. Historical knowledge
supports professional identity and informed practice rather
than memorization of dates.
Question 2
A high school graduate wants to become a registered nurse.
Which statement by the nurse is most accurate?
,A. There is only one educational pathway to RN licensure.
B. All nursing programs require a master's degree for entry.
C. Multiple educational pathways can lead to RN licensure,
depending on regulatory requirements.
D. Practical nursing education automatically grants RN licensure.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Registered nurses may enter practice through different
approved educational pathways depending on the country's or
state's regulatory requirements. Regardless of the pathway,
graduates must meet licensure requirements established by the
appropriate regulatory authority.
Question 3
A newly licensed nurse is unsure whether performing a specific
procedure falls within the legal scope of practice. What is the
nurse's best initial action?
A. Ask another new graduate for advice.
B. Review the applicable nurse practice act and institutional
policies.
C. Perform the procedure if a coworker has done it before.
D. Decline all unfamiliar procedures permanently.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
The nurse practice act and employer policies define legal scope
of practice. Reviewing these resources helps determine
whether the activity is authorized and whether additional
education or competency validation is required. Practicing
outside the legal scope places patients and the nurse at risk.
Question 4
A nurse is asked to float to another unit. Which assignment is
most appropriate?
A. Accept any assignment regardless of competency.
B. Refuse all assignments outside the home unit.
C. Accept an assignment that matches current education,
training, and demonstrated competency.
D. Delegate all unfamiliar responsibilities to assistive personnel.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Nurses are accountable for accepting assignments that fall
within their competence. They should communicate limitations,
request orientation when appropriate, and ensure patient
safety. Accepting assignments beyond competence or refusing
all assignments without discussion is inappropriate.
Question 5
Which action best demonstrates professionalism in nursing?
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
CARE
CONCEPTS, CONNECTIONS &
SKILLS
4TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)MARTI BURTON;
DAVID SMITH
TEST BANK
,Question 1
A nursing student asks why understanding the history of nursing
is important. Which response by the instructor is most
appropriate?
A. It helps nurses memorize historical dates for licensure
examinations.
B. It explains how past events continue to influence professional
nursing practice and patient care.
C. It eliminates the need to study current evidence-based
practice.
D. It is only useful for nurses pursuing graduate education.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Understanding nursing history helps nurses appreciate how the
profession evolved, recognize the impact of past leaders and
healthcare reforms, and understand current professional
standards and patient-centered care. Historical knowledge
supports professional identity and informed practice rather
than memorization of dates.
Question 2
A high school graduate wants to become a registered nurse.
Which statement by the nurse is most accurate?
,A. There is only one educational pathway to RN licensure.
B. All nursing programs require a master's degree for entry.
C. Multiple educational pathways can lead to RN licensure,
depending on regulatory requirements.
D. Practical nursing education automatically grants RN licensure.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Registered nurses may enter practice through different
approved educational pathways depending on the country's or
state's regulatory requirements. Regardless of the pathway,
graduates must meet licensure requirements established by the
appropriate regulatory authority.
Question 3
A newly licensed nurse is unsure whether performing a specific
procedure falls within the legal scope of practice. What is the
nurse's best initial action?
A. Ask another new graduate for advice.
B. Review the applicable nurse practice act and institutional
policies.
C. Perform the procedure if a coworker has done it before.
D. Decline all unfamiliar procedures permanently.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale:
The nurse practice act and employer policies define legal scope
of practice. Reviewing these resources helps determine
whether the activity is authorized and whether additional
education or competency validation is required. Practicing
outside the legal scope places patients and the nurse at risk.
Question 4
A nurse is asked to float to another unit. Which assignment is
most appropriate?
A. Accept any assignment regardless of competency.
B. Refuse all assignments outside the home unit.
C. Accept an assignment that matches current education,
training, and demonstrated competency.
D. Delegate all unfamiliar responsibilities to assistive personnel.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Nurses are accountable for accepting assignments that fall
within their competence. They should communicate limitations,
request orientation when appropriate, and ensure patient
safety. Accepting assignments beyond competence or refusing
all assignments without discussion is inappropriate.
Question 5
Which action best demonstrates professionalism in nursing?
