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NR 222 Health and Wellness
Exam 1 Questions &
Answers 2026-2027 |
Chamberlain University |
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DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 50 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales
for NR 222 Health and Wellness. It covers foundational nursing principles and public health
initiatives. This resource is suitable for students to review key concepts, reinforce
understanding of correct responses, and prepare for their exams.
TOPICS
Foundations of Nursing Practice Q1–Q16
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Q17–Q41
Nursing Process and Care Planning Q42–Q50
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, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 50
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"
CORRECT ANSWER
c) The nurse files an incident report regarding a medication error.
RATIONALE
Accountability is demonstrated by taking responsibility for actions and their outcomes, including
reporting errors to ensure patient safety and improve care processes. Filing an incident report
directly addresses a medication error, reflecting the nurse's ownership of the event and
commitment to systemic improvement.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 50
Which statement is an accurate description of nursing?
a) "Nursing includes the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to health and
illness"
b) "Nursing is a profession dependent upon the physician."
c) "It is the role of the physician, not the nurse, to help patients understand their health."
d) "Nursing includes the diagnosis and cure of human diseases and any potential health
problems."
CORRECT ANSWER
a) "Nursing includes the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to health and
illness"
RATIONALE
Nursing focuses on the patient's holistic experience, addressing their unique responses to health
and illness, which encompasses assessment, diagnosis, and intervention. This definition aligns with
the scope of practice, distinguishing nursing from solely disease-centric medical models.
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, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 50
The first practicing nurse epidemiologist was
a) Florence Nightingale
b) Mildred Montag
c) Mary Agnes Snively
d) Clara Barton
CORRECT ANSWER
a)Florence Nightingale
RATIONALE
Florence Nightingale pioneered data collection and analysis in nursing, using statistics to improve
sanitation and reduce mortality rates, thereby establishing the foundation for modern
epidemiology in public health. This demonstrates her foundational role in applying scientific
methods to nursing practice and population health outcomes.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 50
A nurse is accused of inappropriate professional behavior and malpractice. Which tool will
be used to determine if the allegations are true?
a) ANA Standards of Practice
b) Advocacy
c) WHO Plan of Action for Registered Nurses
d) The JC National Patient Safety Goals
CORRECT ANSWER
a) ANA Standards of Practice
RATIONALE
The American Nurses Association (ANA) Standards of Practice define the authoritative,
professional, and legal benchmarks for nursing care, serving as the primary criteria against which
nursing conduct is evaluated in malpractice and misconduct cases. This framework establishes the
expected level of professional performance for all registered nurses.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NR 222 Health and Wellness
Exam 1 Questions &
Answers 2026-2027 |
Chamberlain University |
Latest Verified Questions
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 50 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 50 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales
for NR 222 Health and Wellness. It covers foundational nursing principles and public health
initiatives. This resource is suitable for students to review key concepts, reinforce
understanding of correct responses, and prepare for their exams.
TOPICS
Foundations of Nursing Practice Q1–Q16
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Q17–Q41
Nursing Process and Care Planning Q42–Q50
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 50
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"
CORRECT ANSWER
c) The nurse files an incident report regarding a medication error.
RATIONALE
Accountability is demonstrated by taking responsibility for actions and their outcomes, including
reporting errors to ensure patient safety and improve care processes. Filing an incident report
directly addresses a medication error, reflecting the nurse's ownership of the event and
commitment to systemic improvement.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 50
Which statement is an accurate description of nursing?
a) "Nursing includes the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to health and
illness"
b) "Nursing is a profession dependent upon the physician."
c) "It is the role of the physician, not the nurse, to help patients understand their health."
d) "Nursing includes the diagnosis and cure of human diseases and any potential health
problems."
CORRECT ANSWER
a) "Nursing includes the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to health and
illness"
RATIONALE
Nursing focuses on the patient's holistic experience, addressing their unique responses to health
and illness, which encompasses assessment, diagnosis, and intervention. This definition aligns with
the scope of practice, distinguishing nursing from solely disease-centric medical models.
Page 2
, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 50
The first practicing nurse epidemiologist was
a) Florence Nightingale
b) Mildred Montag
c) Mary Agnes Snively
d) Clara Barton
CORRECT ANSWER
a)Florence Nightingale
RATIONALE
Florence Nightingale pioneered data collection and analysis in nursing, using statistics to improve
sanitation and reduce mortality rates, thereby establishing the foundation for modern
epidemiology in public health. This demonstrates her foundational role in applying scientific
methods to nursing practice and population health outcomes.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 50
A nurse is accused of inappropriate professional behavior and malpractice. Which tool will
be used to determine if the allegations are true?
a) ANA Standards of Practice
b) Advocacy
c) WHO Plan of Action for Registered Nurses
d) The JC National Patient Safety Goals
CORRECT ANSWER
a) ANA Standards of Practice
RATIONALE
The American Nurses Association (ANA) Standards of Practice define the authoritative,
professional, and legal benchmarks for nursing care, serving as the primary criteria against which
nursing conduct is evaluated in malpractice and misconduct cases. This framework establishes the
expected level of professional performance for all registered nurses.
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